Job Posting for New Haven 48HFP City Producer at 48HFP HQ
The 48HFP producer position is a great opportunity for someone who would like to gain valuable experience running a city in a worldwide film competition and festival, organize exciting and extraordinary events and screenings for filmmakers, make contacts and help cultivate the local film community, and be a key component of one of the largest and most respected network of filmmakers and producers around the world.
Requirements
The producer position has flexible hours that can supplement your existing employment or freelance work. A successful candidate will have the following qualities:
excellent organizational and communication skills
previous festival and/or event planning experience
creativity and problem-solving skills
knowledge of technology including email, social media, Zoom, Dropbox, Microsoft Word, or similar software
determination to put in time and effort to making the 48HFP a great event for local filmmakers
existing network of personal and professional contacts with groups, businesses, and individuals in the film, media, and arts communities
Desired but not required:
experience in film and photo editing
experience in the independent film/media industry
Expectations
The producer's duties may include, but are not limited to:
organization and on-site management of all events related to the local competition including Kickoff, Drop-off, Premiere Screenings, "Best of" Screenings, awards program, and networking events
instigating outreach to individuals, film groups, professional organizations, arts groups, educational facilities, as well as creating and discovering new opportunities for recruiting participants
effectively communicating with participants and team leaders to ensure everyone adheres to all 48HFP rules, regulations, and standards
responding quickly and regularly to all 48HFP headquarters' emails, Zoom, phone calls, and regular meetings
using 48HFP email lists, social media accounts, and other tools carefully and concisely
soliciting and securing local sponsorship
maintaining finances by following budgetary guidelines and recording accurate financial records
Team up!
Co-producers are welcome and can be an asset to your production team. If you and another person compliment each other's skills, apply together. Include both resumes and let us know in a cover letter how you both bring something to the team.
Benefits
In the film industry, the work of a producer can be tough, intense, and often thankless while still being an exhilarating and personally rewarding experience. In addition to that experience, the 48HFP is happy to offer the following benefits:
revenue share of income from all screenings
revenue share of local cash sponsorships
bonuses based on performance
free pass to Filmapalooza, the annual Awards Film Festival of the 48HFP
film festival, communications/PR, social media/marketing, and other industry-related training opportunities
It is a great way to meet filmmakers in your city and to make a name for yourself in your film community.
Please Note: City Producers are not eligible to participate
in the 48 Hour Film Project.
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$85,639 to $107,985
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