Coordinator, Speaker Series
Toronto International Film Festival
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Full Time Job
Submission Deadline: FRIDAY, JUNE 8, 2018
TIFF is a charitable, cultural organization dedicated to presenting the best of international and Canadian cinema and creating transformational experiences for film lovers and creators of all ages and backgrounds in our home - TIFF Bell Lightbox. Our mission: To transform the way people see the world, through film.
TIFF is committed to embracing diversity and treating all individuals with respect, dignity and fairness by removing physical, social and economic barriers to participation.
We are currently hiring for the position of:
COORDINATOR, SPEAKER SERIES
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Adult Learning, the Coordinator, Speaker Series will work in a fast-paced environment, coordinating research, outreach, and administrative oversight of the Speaker Series programme at Festival 2018. We are seeking applicants who have a strong interest and some experience working in arts administration, non-profit or education. The position presents an opportunity for a person interested in film, public programming and education to gain further knowledge about these fields and to put into practice skills that they have learned in these areas.
Responsibilities
• Shall include but not be limited to…
• Coordinate administrative details for the Speaker Series programme, including: booking and scheduling all 6-8 events; liaising with Events team and guest office; conducting research and maintaining tracking documents; requesting screeners from film stakeholders; and serving as the key liaison for the series programming partner, the University of Toronto's Munk School of Global Affairs
• Serve as internal liaison for Speaker Series programme
• Work with Festival Programming and Film Office on scheduling of Speaker Series films and guests
• Work with Events and Visitor Experience on event coordination and logistics
• Work with the relevant Festival Publicist to coordinate interview opportunities for guests
• Work with the Interpreters' Manager, Festival Programming to ensure that any interpretation requests are met for guests
• Conduct community outreach, as directed by and according to established processes of the Festival Programming and Marketing departments
• Complete Festival Post-Mortem notes for Speaker Series programme
• Administrative support for fall season, including, but not limited to, guest research and invitations; guest and film tracking; liaising with programming partners; and event and initiative administration
• General administrative duties for the Adult Learning department as needed
Minimum Requirements
• 2-3 years experience providing support in arts administration, film or education
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Previous experience working with cultural organizations and academic institutions
• Knowledge of film
• Exceptional research skills
• Strong oral and written skills, with a focus on phone manner and interpersonal skills
• Natural ability to work efficiently on many projects with varying deadlines, and anticipate priorities
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Exceptional computer skills and database management (including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Mature personal judgment, exhibiting a high level of professionalism and diplomacy
• Adaptable to a flexible work schedule including some evenings and weekends
Contract Dates
• Tuesday, July 3, 2018 – Friday, September 21, 2018
How to Submit & Application Deadline
• Please submit cover letter, resumé and the names and phone numbers of 3 references as one (1) PDF or Word document, by 5pm on FRIDAY, JUNE 8, 2018.
• All applications must be submitted online through the posting found on our website tiff.net/careers.
• Please note in your cover letter where you saw this job posting.
We thank everyone who applies for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview are contacted. No telephone or walk-in inquiries please. All applications are considered confidential.
TIFF is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing accommodations in our hiring process for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, please inform us in advance and we will work with you to meet your needs.