Programs Collections Assistant
Start Date: June 7th, 2021
End Date: September 23rd, 2021
Deadline to Apply: May 31st, 11:59pm EDT, 2021
Hours: 30 hours/week
Pay: $15/hr
This position is remote and CFMDC is open to hiring across Canada.
Canadian Filmmakers Distribution Centre (CFMDC) seeks a Program and Collections Assistant. As Canada's foremost not-for-profit distribution organization, we are dedicated to securing the availability and promoting the visibility of independent media art works.
Since 1967, CFMDC has been a critical source for programmers, institutions, festivals, educators and museums around the world. Based in downtown Toronto with over 4,000 film titles in our collection, CFMDC is committed to its role as an advocate for the dissemination of independent visions. The Program and Collections Assistant will work collaboratively with CFMDC's Director and staff members.
Responsibilities:
Assist with communications strategies, and responding to and resolving questions related to online event planning;
Assist with database and record keeping;
Assist with the set up and logistics of events such as online screenings, panel talks, and promotions;
Assist with content creation and posting on all CFMDC communications platforms including: Social media channels, website, press releases, etc.;
Assist in day-to-day tech, special projects and distribution;
Assist with other tasks related to media distribution.
Qualifications:
Well organized, with an ability to multitask and meet deadlines;
Exceptional verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills;
Takes initiative and is a problem solver;
Ability to work in a remote co-operative environment committed to equity and non-discrimination;
Interest in working in the non-profit arts sector;
Familiarity with Creative Cloud (premiere, media encoder, photoshop etc.), FileMaker and Asana is an asset;
Proficiency with Macintosh computers, database and design software.
This job is funded by Canada Summer Jobs. Applicants must be:
Between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment;
A Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment;
Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.
TO APPLY: Please send a cover letter and CV to hiring@cfmdc.org with Subject Line: Program and Collections Assistant, no later than May 31st, 2021 at 11:59pm EDT.
CFMDC is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applicants who are Indigenous, Black, a Person of Colour, 2SLGBTQIA+, trans, non-binary, a woman, a person with a disability, or a combination of these identities.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted, we do not confirm receipt of applications, and request not to be contacted by telephone.