NYFF Volunteer Coordinator

Description

POSITION: NYFF, Volunteer Coordinator, New York Film Festival

DEPARTMENT: NYFF Production

LOCATION:  New York, New York

TERM:   8/8-10/21/2022 

About FLC

For over 50 years, Film at Lincoln Center has been dedicated to supporting the art and elevating the craft of cinema and enriching film culture. Film at Lincoln Center fulfills its mission through the programming of festivals, series, retrospectives, and new releases; the presentation of podcasts, talks, and special events; and the creation and implementation of artist initiatives. Since its founding in 1969, this nonprofit organization has brought the celebration of American and international film to the world-renowned Lincoln Center arts complex, making the discussion and appreciation of cinema accessible to a broad audience and ensuring that it remains an essential art form for years to come.

About the role  

The Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for the organization, recruitment, deployment, and oversight of the NYFF Volunteer Corps.  The Coordinator will work closely with full-time staff to identify volunteer opportunities, clarify training and oversight plans, conduct recruitment efforts, and oversee the day-to-day operations of the Festival’s volunteer program.  The ideal candidate is highly organized with an interest in the production of large-scale events.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES

• Oversee NYFF’s Volunteer Database;
• Establish and communicate clear expectations for volunteer oversight to festival staff;
• Conduct meetings with internal stakeholders to identify volunteer needs;
• Manage volunteer inbox as well as field questions from the public about volunteering requirements, opportunities, and general questions;
• Revise and distribute volunteer relevant scoping/training documents and materials;
• Conduct two in-person volunteer information sessions for prospective volunteers;
• Oversee volunteer placements/assignments throughout the festival;
• Oversee the distribution/creation of volunteer credentials, uniforms, meal vouchers, etc;
• Act as the primary point of contact on the ground for volunteers, performing regular rounds and checking in with scheduled volunteers throughout each day; 
• Administer volunteer benefits throughout the festival including screening access, volunteer appreciation day, and the Volunteer Wrap Party;
• Generate reports on the status of the program as required;
• Participate in the Festival Wrap Process, turning in a full written report.

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS REQUIRED

• Ability to work onsite during pre-production and at NYFF venues throughout the festival
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong leadership skills including flexibility and calm under pressure
• Comfortable working with databases as well as common productivity tools (GSuite, etc)
• 2-3 years of production or operations experience
• Familiarity with film festival best practices ideal

SUPERVISION

Reports to Producer, NYFF

Travel:

None

Film at Lincoln Center is committed to a workforce that is representative of the varied audiences we are privileged to serve. We provide a work environment that does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Film at Lincoln Center prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.