SIFF 2010 Festival Job Postings
SIFF 2010 positions are seasonal; approximate dates of the contract are listed with each position description. The 2010 Seattle International Film Festival runs May 20-June 13.
Please send your resume and cover letter to siffjobs@siff.net. Be sure to state the position for which you are applying in the subject line of your email, as well as in your cover letter. We will begin scheduling first interviews the week of February 18 for positions starting in March. All other interviews will be scheduled in March. No phone calls please!
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Guest Relations
Guest Relations Travel Coordinator (March 22 to June 30)
Under the direction of the Guest Relations Manager, the Travel Coordinator schedules travel and lodging for approximately 200 Festival guests from around the world. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Working with the guest section of the database
- Arranging travel and ground transportation for out-of-town guests
- Interfaces with Guest Relations Coordinator regarding ground transportation
- Working with Suite/Transportation coordinator for local transportation
Guest Suite Coordinator (May 3 to June 30)
Under the direction of the Guest Relations Manager, the Guest Suite Coordinator is responsible for all details relating to the guest suite.
- Room set-up and hospitality including catering, gift bags, etc.
- Overseeing Guest Suite volunteers
- Check-in and registration of all guests
- Creating guest passes
- Arranging comp tickets
- Performing general concierge duties
Festival Operations
Festival Operations Coordinator (February 22 to June 30)
The Festival Operations Coordinator assists the Director of Operations in oversight of all aspects of the Festival’s Operations department, including venue set-up and strike, production schedule management, leading weekly operation meetings, interdepartmental communications, and Festival reporting to the Managing Director. The Festival Operations Coordinator oversees the Box Office, Print Traffic, Production, Volunteer, and Theatre Operation departments and staff. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Overseeing the Box Office, Print Traffic, Production, Volunteer, and Theatre Operation departments
- Hiring support staff, including interns
- Liaising with all Festival departments concerning Festival operations
- Oversight of the Operations budget for SIFF, apprising the Director of Operations and Managing Director of actual and projected expenses
- Coordinating the Operations timeline
- Attending executive staff meetings representing Operations department
- Other duties as assigned
Production Manager (April 5 to June 18)
The Production Manager acts as a liaison between the Programming team and the Festival Operations team. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Planning, set up, execution, and break down of Festival special presentations including acquiring and setting up audio and visual equipment
- Coordinate equipment needs and production of Festival panels, discussions, and other Festival Forum events
- Coordination of rehearsal and production schedules
- Responsible for hiring and oversight of technical staff for special events
Stage Management experience is preferred.
Drivers/Loaders (April 28 to June 30)
The Drivers/Loaders are responsible for delivery and pick-up at all Festival venues and offices. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Pick-up and delivery at Festival venues and offices
- Deliveries to special events, forums, etc.
- Load-in and load-out of theater venues pre- and post-Festival
- Keeping route, delivery and mileage logs
- Assists in the transportation of guest to special events
Position includes heavy lifting.
Box Office Assistant (March 29 to June 30)
The Box Office Assistant supports the Box Office Manager in all aspects of ticket sales and management of box office staff. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Oversight of paid and volunteer ticket sales staff
- Coordination of box office and merchandise sales
- Management of online ticketing, will-call, and reporting
- Weekly reporting of payroll for box office staff
- Tracking and reporting of volunteer hours
- Other duties as assigned
Box Office Staff (April 30 to June 18)
Many box office ticket sales positions are available. If you are interested, please send a cover letter and resume.
Venue Management
Theater Managers (May 17 to June 21)
The Theater Manager works under the direction of the Theater Operations Coordinator. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Overseeing the front-of-house volunteer staff
- Working crowd control
- Ticket taking
- Liaising with year-round venue management and Theater Operations Coordinator, maximizing seating and ensuring shows begin on time
- Coordinating individual venue box office and merchandise sales
- Ensuring a positive screening experience for patrons
Previous theater management is preferred.
