Festival Operations Director

As the producer of the Philadelphia Film Festival and creative force behind the Philadelphia Film Society Center, PFS Bourse Theater, and PFS East Theater, the Philadelphia Film Society (PFS) raises awareness of film as an important art form in Philadelphia and serves as a vital piece of the city’s arts and culture community. The seasonal Festival Operations Director plays a critical role in the planning and execution of a successful 10-day film festival, overseeing the operational, logistical, and administrative functions that bring the event to life. Manage logistical planning for festival theater venuesCoordinate festival operations across departmentsDevelop and execute a timeline and workplan for the management of the festival and ensure that festival operates smoothly and deadlines are met.Develop and manage comprehensive festival operations schedules, production timelines, and staffing plans.In partnership with the Director of Theater Operations, coordinate load-in/load-out, venue setup, and infrastructure needs (signage, furniture, tech equipment, etc. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in film festival management, arts administration, logistics, or related field.Minimum 3–5 years of experience in festival, live event, or venue operations management.Strong leadership, organizational, and multitasking skills.Proven ability to manage budgets, timelines, and large teams.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Google Workspace, Excel).Comfort working long hours and weekends during the festival period.Commitment to accessibility, sustainability, and community engagement in festival operations.TO APPLY It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job, nor is it to be interpreted as a contract for employment.

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