Volunteer with us!

HR Manager (x1)

• Communicate with candidates via email to schedule interviews
• Ensure new staff are onboarded to Slack, Google Suite, and other necessary programs
• Keep accurate record of signed Staff/Volunteer Agreements
• Remain up to date on HR best practices

Copyediting Assistant (x2)

• Proofread all copy, including for website data entry, social media posts, marketing materials, program book, press releases, etc.
• Ensure grammar, spelling, and syntax are correct and uniform throughout all material
• Refer to ACV Style Guide to ensure consistent brand voice and style across all platforms
• Correspond with other staff departments as needed to obtain or clarify information

Creative Associate (x1)

• Maintain creative content calendar and ensure assets are created/submitted on time
• Organize assets in Google Drive to be easily retrievable by various AAIFF teams
• Support Creative Manager in managing the team and making sure resources are allocated appropriately
• Support Creative Manager in developing creative strategy that is cohesive across design, web, and photo/video teams

Lead Designer (x1)

• Collaborate with the Creative Manager and designers to determine the art direction of the festival
• Create visual guide, templates, and brand elements that will be used for various AAIFF visual mediums (e.g. website, social, newsletter)
• Assign work to designers and make sure assets are delivered on time
• Work with other designers to produce and design assets needed for the festival, including print and digital materials
• Required technical skills: Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop

Program Book Designer (x1)

• Design the AAIFF program book (guide on AAIFF screenings, events, sponsors, etc) according to the art direction for AAIFF48
• Work with Editorial Manager to ensure all festival details are included in an effective manner
• Required technical skills: Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator

Graphic Designer (x3)

• Work with Lead Designer to design print marketing collateral (postcards, flyers, etc), social assets, and digital media (walk-in slides, video trailer)
• Help design additional support materials for community partners and sponsors as needed
• Work with Creative Manager and Lead Designer to centralize ACV’s visual identity
• Required Technical Skills: Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop

Video Editor (x1)

• Edit social media videos and recorded Q&As for promotion of ACV programming and mission in a timely manner
• Create a festival trailer and post-festival recap video
• Must have their own computer and editing software
• Required Technical Skills: Adobe Premiere or Avid Media Composer, as well as understanding of AE files and sound

Photo Editor (x1)

• Review archives and choose photos or artwork from past festivals to support Creative and Marketing teams  
• Cull, edit, and watermark photos taken from ACV live events in a timely manner
• Must be available during the festival, especially in the mornings to deliver watermarked assets before the evening programming starts
• Must be able to edit from their own computer

Photographer/Videographer (x10-15)

• Capture photos/video of festival screenings, Q&As, festival guests and filmmakers, guest interviews, and receptions
• Deliver raw photos to Photo Editor as required by the end of each festival day
• Must be available most days of the festival and have their own equipment

Associate Development Manager (x1)

• Collaborate with the Development Manager to customize specific pitches within ACV’s overall strategy
• Assist the Development Manager with overseeing the completion of tasks by the Sponsorship and Community Partner Coordinators
• Liaise with other teams to ensure the Development team is properly informed on what’s needed for ACV programs
• Create tailored pitch decks, contracts, and reports for sponsors and partners
• Ensure all internal outreach databases are up-to-date and organized
• Identify opportunities in programming to involve sponsors throughout the year
• Analyze and collect data for the end of year Impact Report

Sponsorship Coordinator (x2)

• Identify and partner with brands for potential in-kind sponsorship (food, beverage, raffle prizes) to support ACV’s events
• Establish partnership terms and oversee the execution of partnership agreements
• Identify opportunities for cross-promotion, collaboration, and integration for the brand with the festival
• Work closely with Programming and Marketing teams

Community Partner Coordinator (x2)

• Cultivate relationships with AAPI / Arts / Media non-profit partners, professional groups, and our general audience
• Develop proposals for audience growth
• Identify opportunities for brand building via partner collaboration or relevant cross-promotional support
• Develop and plan integrations for community partners during the festival (e.g. panels, happy hours, etc.)
• Partner with other film and media arts organizations to promote the festival
• Work closely with Programming and Marketing teams

Grant Writer (x1)

• Research government, foundational and corporate grants that fit with ACV’s programming
• Work with Grant Consultant and Directors on drafting grant proposals throughout the year
• Must have strong writing skills

Events Coordinator (x2)

• Optimize non-theatrical events (may include both online and in-person happy hours, receptions, and performances) to fulfill Programming/Development goals and to comply with latest safety protocols
• Research and scout potential venues, vendors, and talent
• Conduct a walkthrough when a location of interest has been identified
• Liaise between venue contact and ACV
• Work with other internal teams so all relevant sponsors, graphics, and other items needed are planned
• Work within a budget, submitting a wrap report at the end of each event
• Conduct tech check a week before the event
• Must be organized, calm under pressure, and have professional email etiquette
• Must be available for the complete run of events, including set-up, on-site management, and break down

Marketing Data Analyst (x1)

• Identify and interpret key data behind our newsletter, website, and social media channels
• Assess the impact of our marketing campaigns, allowing us to make research-backed decisions

Social Media Lead (x1)

• Manage a team of social media coordinators and ensure we have enough coverage for live events and post scheduling
• Work with Marketing Manager and develop social media strategy to increase ACV exposure
• Stay updated on emerging social media trends and incorporate them into the strategy
• Maintain social content calendar and make sure posts are going out on time

Social Media Coordinator (x4)

• Manage ACV’s social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter), create posts, and engage with our audience in our brand voice
• Knowledgeable on how to engage with media and AANHPI spaces on social platforms
• Experience with Canva preferred
• Must be available during the festival for live social media coverage

Newsletter Coordinator (x2)

• Manage ACV’s monthly newsletter, curating content from various partnerships as well as engaging with our audience in our brand voice
• Work with various AAIFF teams (e.g. Programming, Creative) to gather content for newsletter creation
• Stay updated on newsletter trends and best practices and incorporate them into our overall strategy

Press Coordinator (x2)

• Strategize press releases and develop media relationships to increase online and print press coverage of ACV programming
• Must be available during festival dates to coordinate press attendance at festival events and facilitate filmmaker interviews
• Must demonstrate excellent writing ability
• Existing public relations and media contacts a plus
• Ability to communicate in multiple languages a plus

Box Office Coordinator (x2)

• Manage the Elevent ticketing platform and process, enabling sale of merchandise and tickets
• Upload all screenings and events onto Elevent
• Communicate ticketing guidelines for programs and events
• Train volunteers and staff in using the Elevent and SplashThat systems, and enforce admission guidelines for events
• Generate box office reports and reconciliation sheets after every event (daily during the festival)
• Field ticket requests from sponsors, filmmakers, and special guests
• Distribute and assign passes to all passholders
• Scan tickets and distribute rush line tickets during the festival.

Guest Services Coordinator (x2)

• Disseminate ACV programming details and local recommendations to all guests.
• Work closely with Programmers to ensure AAIFF filmmakers are fully informed regarding accommodations and special events
• Liaise between ACV and accommodation partners (hotels, airlines) during AAIFF
• Respond to emails and answer questions from filmmakers
• Check in and distribute merch to passholders
• Must be available every day of the festival

Print Traffic Coordinator (x2)

• Responsible for the receiving, documenting, internal distribution, and returning of print materials between filmmakers and the venues
• Quality check exhibition screeners to ensure proper playback
• Send out VOD requests on the Elevent platform
• Communicate with Elevent to organize film blocks and thumbnails

Production Assistant (x2)

• Assist Production Manager with behind-the-scenes coordination and troubleshooting for in-person events, ensuring they they run on time
• Schedule and manage volunteers to ensure smooth flow during screenings, workshops, and other events
• Set up theaters prior to screenings with reserved seat signs, director chairs for Q&As, etc.
• Preferred candidates are organized, good with spreadsheets, and can think on their feet
• Must be available most days of the festival

Broadcast Technician (x1)

• Ensure good sound and video quality via coordinating tech rehearsals and proper equipment with screening venues
• Quality check recorded Q&As and ensure correct playback during in-person screenings
• Prior experience with audio-visual equipment, print trafficking and/or on-site production is highly preferred
• Must be available every day of the festival

Transportation Coordinator (x2)

• Drive a rental van to and from our storage unit to the venue
• Assist other staff members with loading and unloading the van 
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be comfortable driving in NYC
• Must be available every day of the festival

Programming Coordinator (x1)

• Assist the Programming Manager with overseeing the submissions, screening, and trafficking of films
• Facilitate information exchange between the Programming team and other departments to ensure deadlines are met
• Maintain documentation of programming work via Google Drive
• Schedule Q&A and panel times with selected filmmakers and panelists
• Organize the production of festival awards, and liaise with jurors to determine award winners
• Project management experience is a plus

Festival Programmer (x10)

• Review submissions and make selections to be screened at the festival. Categories include feature-length and short narratives, feature-length and short documentaries, music videos, and episodic.
• Aid in building the programming schedule
• Schedule and moderate Q&As with selected filmmakers
• Term: ~8-10 hours/week from February through April, or until all submissions have been reviewed. All work is remote.
• Cinema studies or film programming background preferred but not required

Screenplay Programmer (x2)

• Review screenplay submissions based on grading criteria, and select winners to be produced as a live reading
• Liaise with screenplay reading producing partner and selected screenwriters 
• Term: January through June
• Screenwriting, film production or film programming background preferred

Panel/Workshop Coordinator (x2)

• Brainstorm, execute, and curate festival workshops and panels with the Programming Manager
• Communicate and liaise with participants and production team to ensure panels and workshops run smoothly

Web Developer (multiple)

• Work with Web Lead and Lead Developer to make enhancements to ACV and AAIFF websites
• Manage the ACV and AAIFF websites and keep them up to date
• Work with Directors and Marketing team to ensure content is correct
• Experience with WordPress highly preferred

Data Entry Manager (x1)

• Work closely with Directors and Editorial Manager to ensure that data entered on ACV and AAIFF websites is up to date
• Manage Data Entry Assistants and divide up tasks
• Train Data Entry Assistants on best practices for data entry
• Ideal candidate will be flexible, patient, and enjoy working with details
• Experience with WordPress a plus

Data Entry Assistant (x2)

• Work with Data Entry Manager to enter film and event information onto festival website
• Pull information from various spreadsheets and documents
• Correct and maintain information as needed
• Ideal candidate is able to work quickly and accurately
• Experience with WordPress a plus

CineVue Contributor (multiple)

• Write film reviews, think pieces, academic papers, and profiles that engage the AANHPI community 
• Pitch potential profiles and long-form pieces during monthly meeting
• Work with a team of contributors to execute the content and marketing strategy led by the Managing Editor and AAIFF Marketing team
• Collaborate with other writers and staff when needed on big feature projects 
• Research and review new independent AANHPI cinema 
• Keep up to date on all film and television current events, especially related to the AANHPI community