Marketing & Engagement Coordinator

This entry-level opportunity supports SIFF’s Marketing and Communications Team by helping coordinate deadlines, events, and promotional materials across year-round programs, festivals, and education initiatives. The role works under the supervision of the Senior Marketing Manager to increase awareness of SIFF Festivals, NFFTY, and SIFF Cinema programs through coordinated marketing activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support SIFF year-round cinema programming, festivals, education, fundraising, and SIFFsupports through digital marketing, social media marketing, public relations, graphic design, and creative marketing
• Assist with outreach to external organizations and partners, including relationship-building and the creation and distribution of promotional deliverables
• Support execution of venue activations alongside SIFF Marketing and Development staff, SIFF Cinema staff, and external partners
• Help manage projects and track deadlines for Marketing Department initiatives using Google Suite, Trello, and Slack
• Collaborate with the Senior Marketing Manager to curate social media content, support email marketing, and generate website copy
• Capture content for SIFF social channels on site at festivals, screenings, and special events
• Assist the Graphic Design Manager with coordination of print and web projects, including advertising, printed collateral materials, lobby displays, and digital graphics
• Support the Development team with benefit fulfillment for funders and sponsors, including logo placement, ticket or pass distribution, social media and eNews placement
• Assist the Digital Marketing Coordinator with website and email management
• Work with the Programs Coordinator in managing and organizing film assets
• Coordinate with studios and distributors to track and manage the delivery of posters and materials among SIFF venues

Required Qualifications

• Experience using Google Suite, Canva, and Trello (or similar project management systems)
• Demonstrated commitment to racial equity, diversity, and inclusion
• Exemplary written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated interest in collaborating across internal and external teams
• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion while serving as a voice of the organization in a media-driven environment
• Comfort with public speaking and presenting to groups
• Experience creating and implementing new processes to improve team or program efficiency and effectiveness

Technologies

• Google Suite, Canva, Trello, Slack, Google Analytics, Hootsuite

Desired Background

• Up to 3 years of school, internship, or prior professional experience supporting a Marketing team. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply
• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree, or another combination of relevant education and/or experience
• Strong interest in film and entertainment programming and in events hosted by neighboring Arts organizations
• Knowledge of Google Analytics and Hootsuite, or prior experience with analytics and reporting

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail and a deadline-oriented approach, with demonstrated initiative
• Capacity to collaborate across the organization and provide exceptional service internally and externally
• Passion for and knowledge of film and cinema

Work Environment

• Employees must reside and complete work duties within Washington State
• Hybrid role with a minimum of two (2) days in the office at SIFF Film Center
• Work will include onsite time at specified theater(s) and offices
• Noise level is usually moderate, and office duties are conducted in an open environment

Compensation and Position Details

• Salary range: USD 55,000 - 56,500 per year
• Full-time FLSA overtime non-exempt position
• Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, and certain degrees and certifications

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision
• HSA and FSA
• Sick leave and paid holidays
• Access to SIFF programming and events hosted by neighboring Arts organizations

How to Apply

Please apply directly at siff.net. Attach a resume detailing relevant professional and lived experience and a cover letter explaining interest in SIFF and how experience supports success in the role. Hiring teams value self-written cover letters; AI generated cover letters are easy to spot and may prevent consideration. All attachments must be in PDF format.