About our OrganizationEstablished in 1997, NYICFF’s mission is rooted in the belief of film as a path for young people to understand themselves and others. All programs are designed to celebrate the beauty and power of film, spark the inherent capacity of children to connect with complex, nuanced art, and encourage the creation of intelligent films that represent and celebrate unique, diverse, and historically excluded voices. NYICFF serves children, students, families, educators, filmmakers, and media arts professionals through its core activities: the annual, Oscar®-qualifying NYC film festival; national touring program; and Film-Ed, a media arts and literacy program.Associate DirectorReports to: Executive DirectorSupervises: Operations Coordinator; Marketing & Communications ManagerWe are seeking a highly organized, collaborative, and mission-driven leader to oversee strategy,operational systems, program logistics, and organizational communications across all initiatives.This role is responsible for ensuring the smooth execution of programs year-round, supportingcross-departmental coordination, and maintaining clear, effective communication internally andexternally.The ideal candidate is an exceptional project manager and relationship builder who thrives in afast-paced, creative environment and can balance strategic oversight with hands-on execution.Experience in arts administration, film exhibition, nonprofit operations, festivals, or eventproduction is strongly preferred.Key ResponsibilitiesServe as a member of organizational leadership contributing to strategic planning, institutional decision-making, and long-term goal-settingSupervise and support the Operations Coordinator and Marketing & Communications Manager through clear guidance, collaboration, and professional developmentCollect and analyze key data to generate insights and recommendations to support strategy, audience growth, and program effectivenessSupport organizational communications and audience engagement initiatives in collaboration with marketing and leadership teamsOversee operational delivery for all organizational programs and initiativesMaintain databases related to patrons, ticket sales, contacts, and organizational recordsDevelop, implement, and refine systems and workflows to ensure efficient and effective operations across departmentsCultivate and maintain strong relationships with screening partners, venues, filmmakers, and community organizationsOversee management of the Kid Flicks Tour from creation through outreach, promotion, booking, print traffic, and partner relationsCoordinate the creation of promotional and operational materials for programs/eventsFestival ResponsibilitiesCoordinate media creation, print traffic, and tech checks for festival screenings, and screening materials and screeners for use by staff and freelancersServe as primary filmmaker liaison from film selection through screening, promotion, and future programming, including execution of licensing contracts eventsCoordinate master records of film information, filmmaker details, written descriptionsOversee filmmaker hospitality, including travel booking, scheduling, on-site hosting, and special eventsAssist with audience experience and front-of-house coordination during festivals and eventsQualifications5-7+ years of experience in operations, arts administration, communications, event production, nonprofit management, or related fieldsStrong strategic thinking and creative problem-solving skills with ability to perform well under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environmentStrong project management and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detailExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to manage others while working collaboratively as part of a small, tight-knit teamProficiency with CMS platforms (e.g., WordPress), Adobe Creative Suite, and analytics toolsFamiliarity with film festivals, arts organizations, or cultural nonprofits preferredHow to ApplyThis is an in-person position in NYC with opportunities for remote work weekly and includes weekends during the annual Festival in March.Compensation includes salary in the range of $70,000–$75,000, commensurate with experience, plus a benefits package. Interested applicants should send a résumé and cover letter with "Associate Director" in the subject line to jobs@nyicff.org. No calls, please.NYICFF is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants receive consideration without regard to race, age, ethnicity, religion, gender, national origin, disability or any other basis prohibited by law.
