NFFTY/ SIFF Marketing Coordinator

NFFTY/ SIFF Marketing Coordinator

About Us

Our Mission SIFF is a Seattle-based 501(c)(3) arts nonprofit dedicated to the creation of vibrant experiences and spaces that champion film discovery and arts education. At SIFF We Value… Partnership, Sustainability, Curiosity, Inclusion, Courage Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Social Justice SIFF is committed to being an anti-racist and anti-oppression organization. We strive to provide an environment that encourages inclusive experiences for all our audiences, volunteers, artists, staff, and greater community. To create inclusivity and belonging, SIFF expects everyone participating in our events to uphold and embrace this commitment. SIFF has a stated commitment Racial Equity and Social Justice (RESJ) We believe that our mission-centered work to create and share space for community bears a responsibility to be fiercely inclusive of communities that have long been systematically marginalized and excluded. We are dedicated to improving racial equity within our organization and our community. Our strategic commitment means that we approach our work through an RESJ “lens,” to ensure we are centering RESJ principles through our work.About the Position

Join our marketing and communications team for NFFTY (National Film Festival for Talented Youth) and the 52nd Seattle International Film Festival. We are a group of hard-working marketing pros with a passion for all things cinema. We value learning and growing together professionally, ensuring that everyone on the team feels supported, and making each other smile daily. We pride ourselves in being proactive, organized, and inspiring, as well as goofy in healthy doses!

The Festival Marketing Coordinator is responsible for assisting in the creation and implementation of the festival digital marketing strategy. This position focuses on building awareness of NFFTY and the Seattle International Film Festival and increasing festival screening attendance and ticket sales.

The position will play a key role in the success of NFFTY by focusing on outreach and an engaging marketing and content strategy for building audiences. Additionally, the Coordinator oversees all communications campaigns - including fundraising, launching new programs, and engaging with NFFTY’s community.

Under supervision of the Associate Director of PR & Communications, the Marketing Coordinator will also assist the SIFF Marketing Team in managing deadlines, events, and materials to support team organization and increase the awareness of the 2026 Seattle International Film Festival. Dates of Employment: January 20 – May 25, 2026Reports to: Associate Director of PR & Communications & NFFTY Managing DirectorCompensation: $23.00/hourPrimary Responsibilities

NFFTY* Support NFFTY’s marketing & PR efforts, including maintaining social media presence

• Proactively learns social media and content marketing trends, especially for teens and young adults, and pursues appropriate platforms and strategies to engage these demographics. They work closely with the Managing Director to ensure that NFFTY programs and associated promotional materials engage with youth from diverse backgrounds.
• The Marketing Manager shares responsibility for reaching a global audience, seeking the best, brightest, and most promising emerging filmmakers for NFFTY’s programs. A strong sense for seeking out communities of interest and influencers will be key to maximizing NFFTY’s position as the world’s preeminent discovery platform for talent.
• Manage NFFTY’s social media calendar and content, curation, and distribution across all social platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Vimeo, TikTok, YouTube, etc).
• Build upon NFFTY’s existing submission outreach database.
• Create and send email marketing campaigns and track resulting web traffic and conversions.
• Working within NFFTY’s brand guidelines, create design elements for year-round communications and marketing campaigns, or oversee designers and interns in creation of these elements.
• Assist with the maintenance and organization of NFFTY.org.

SIFF* Support project management and deadline tracking of Marketing Department projects utilizing Google Suite, Trello, and Slack

• Work with Associate Director of PR & Communications on advertising content creation, deadlines and submissions
• Work with Associate Director of Digital Marketing to curate social media content, support email marketing, and generate website copy
• Assist Social Media Manager with capturing content for SIFF’s social channels on site at Festivals, screenings, and special events
• Organize and track media links, photos, and press clippings under supervision of Associate Director of PR & Communications
• Assist Graphic Design with coordination of print and web projects, such as advertising, printed collateral materials, lobby displays, and digital graphics
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s with major in a closely related field; or equivalent combination of training and experience
• Experience using web content management systems
• Strong working knowledge of digital marketing applications
• Proficiency in email marketing, Google Analytics, online best practices and protocols
• Displays in-depth knowledge and understanding of social media platforms and how each can be deployed
• As a voice of the organization in a media-driven environment, ability to exercise good judgment and discretion at all times is required
• Must be available to work evenings and weekends during the NFFTY (March 26-29) and SIFF 52 (May 15–25) and other times as needed leading up

Ideal Candidate Will

• Possess excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Be able to work in a fast-paced environment, be detail and deadline-oriented, and take initiative
• Be able to collaborate with all areas of the organization, and to provide exceptional service both internally and externally
• Have a passion for, and knowledge of, film and cinema

Work Environment: Hybrid allowed. This temporary position will work onsite at our Seattle office (SIFF Film Center) and may be required to be onsite for Festival screenings and events at our venues. Remote work is allowed, with schedule agreed upon with supervisor. Benefits and Expectations* This is a full-time FLSA overtime non-exempt position

• Access to WA State Sick Leave accrual
• Access to discounts and passes to some SIFF programming and events hosted by neighboring Arts organizations
• This position is not eligible for health benefits, housing, nor paid company holidays

TO BE CONSIDERED

• Please apply to this job posting directly at siff.net.
• Attach your resume detailing all relevant professional and lived experience to the role.
• Attach a cover letter stating why you’re interested in SIFF and how your professional experience qualifies you to be successful in the role.
• Note: Our hiring teams appreciate and hold more value for self-written cover letters. AI generated cover letters are easy to spot and prevent us from getting to know the real you!
• All attachments must be in PDF format.

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