Job: Senior Film Program Officer at Japan Society (NY)
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Via the Japan Society website:
SENIOR FILM PROGRAM OFFICER
http://japansociety.org/content.cfm/employment
Under the direction of the Artistic Director, and working closely with outside consultants and/or guest curators, the Senior Film Program Officer will be responsible for the implementation of year-round film programs at the Japan Society, which includes: program planning, print booking, overall management of film/video screening, budgeting and fundraising and financial tracking, marketing, promotion and outreach. Responsibilities also include: identifying high-profile film directors and actors to bring to the Society’s film screening events, handling public and professional inquiries related to the Society’s Film Program, supervising a part-time Film program staff member and interns/volunteers, and working with other programming area for special events.
Qualifications
- Vast and deep knowledge of Japanese films, including, but not limited to, classic films, contemporary films, and documentary films;
- Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three years related working experience in a not-for-profit organization;
- Previous experience in non-profit screening of 35 mm, 16 mm, and digital formats;
- Familiarity with and interest in international cinema, and film industry;
- Creative self-starter;
- Strong writing skills in English. Bilingual ability in English/Japanese is a big plus;
- Ability to work multiple projects at a time in a fast-paced environment;
- Excellent organizational and communication skills;
- Excellent research skills and customer services skills;
- Computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, data base Raisers Edge). Basic knowledge of Final Cut is a plus;
- Flexible schedule to work evenings and/or weekends to attend Film Program screenings and/or special events.
To Apply: Email a letter of interest and resume to: jobs@japansociety.org.
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