Film Festival Sr. Programmer

Launched in 2004, the International Ocean Film Foundation (IOFF) is a year-round ocean conservation advocacy organization using the power of visual storytelling to raise awareness to protect our oceans. With education at the heart of our mission, the foundation has a strong commitment to engage the next generation of ocean conservationists by offering a Free Ocean Film Education Program for middle school and high school students around the world. We achieve this by organizing a world-class environmental film festival, securing industry thought leaders and speakers, expanding our global audience base and empowering youth with opportunities.

The IOFF is recruiting for a volunteer Sr. Programmer to oversee a team of volunteer screeners to assist in curating the annual film festival program. Film festival screeners with at least 3-5 years of experience are encouraged to apply. Specific roles and responsibilities include the following.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITES

• Oversee a volunteer group of screeners who view the film submissions, rank them based on criteria, and curate the annual film program during the film festival season. (September - April).
• Working with the Executive Director and the Screening Committee members, confirm the criteria and process by which the films are evaluated, ranked and selected for the final program of official selections.
• Oversee, manage and report on the execution of the award selection process recognizing the best films of the season.
• Assist in actively soliciting current ocean inspired films to be submitted to the IOFF for consideration.
• Working with the Executive Director, assess opportunities for hosting Special Screenings with local partners, and potential global Traveling Program partners to ensure consistent branding and achieveing the long-term objectives of the IOFF.

EXPERIENCE

· Experience as a Sr. Programmer of films for film festivals or similar role

· Experience in evaluating and critiquing documentary films for technical qualities and effective storytelling attributes.

· Project management and leadership skills overseeing a team of seasoned volunteers.

· Must be available for in-person evening meetings and possible weekend meetings.

· Working knowledge of current ocean related issues and developments in the ocean community designed to improve ocean health is highly desirable.

· Interest in supporting independent filmmakers from around the world.

\Interested applicants should submit a resume or LinkedIn profile link to Ana Blanco, Executive Director at ana@intloceanfilmfest.org

Watch our video to learn more: 22nd Annual IOFF Trailer (no dates)