Fall Internship, Women Make Movies, New York, NY

Fall Internship

Posted on: June 26, 2014
Application deadline: August 8, 2014
Posted by: Women Make Movies

Internships are available for Fall 2014 term in:

• Marketing/Publicity

• Production Assistance/Fiscal Sponsorship

• Distribution

• Administration

All candidates must submit an Internship Application form, resume, and references.

Internship application found here:http://www.wmm.com/about/jobs.shtml#internship

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION

All WMM internship positions are unpaid. However, interns qualify for and have access to a number of services and benefits:

• Local travel reimbursement

• Free workshop attendance

• Free access to screen titles from the Women Make Movies collection

• College or University course credit

The ideal candidate will be studying film production or cinema studies and have an interest in human rights/social justice. We are looking for interns to start in mid-late August and continue until winter break.

Qualified candidates will demonstrate excellent communication skills; strong organizational skills; the ability to multi-task, work independently and work well under pressure; and will take initiative. Familiarity with Internet research, Windows XP and the Microsoft Office Suite necessary. Knowledge of and interest in feminist media a plus.

HOW TO APPLY

All candidates must submit an Internship Application form, resume, and references.

Internship application found here:http://www.wmm.com/about/jobs.shtml#internship

Office Coordinator, Women Make Movies, New York, NY

Office Coordinator

Posted on: July 14, 2014

Posted by: Women Make Movies

From cutting-edge documentaries that give depth to today's headlines, to films that push artistic and intellectual boundaries in all genres, Women Make Movies is the world's leading distributor of independent films by and about women. Founded in 1972, Women Make Movies (WMM) is a non-profit feminist, media arts organization dedicated to the distribution and exhibition of films by and about women. Additionally, Women Make Movies' Production Assistance (PA) Program provides assistance to emerging and experienced women directors in the production of new documentaries, fiction and experimental films.

We are looking for a smart, savvy, hardworking individual who can work independently in a busy, fast paced office. We want a superstar who is socially aware, feet firmly planted on the ground, and knows how to get the job done efficiently and effectively! Please have a strong sense of work ethic, especially with regard to showing up to work on time, every day. The right candidate will have at least two years experience in an office administration position, with an understanding of office management and maintenance, and excellent methods of communication. We are looking for someone to grow with the organization, who is able to understand the big picture, and who can successfully juggle multiple tasks in a productive and polite manner. The ideal candidate must also have a strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, be able to effectively prioritize, and must be willing and able to wear multiple hats.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for managing all aspects of the Front Desk.

• Responsible for day-to-day operations and functions of a 10-person office.

• Responsible for the Intern / Work Study Program

• Primary liaison with Building Superintendent and Subtenant.

• Assist Administrative Director with Human Resources (recruitment, hiring, training, insurance)

• Works closely with the Acquisitions Director on logging and tracking new film acquisitions

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Mandatory 2 - 3 years experience working in an administrative position (preferably with some supervisory experience)

• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft platform.

• Proficiency using organizational contact database and mailing lists.

• Detail oriented and strong organization skills.

• Excellent writing/communication/customer service skills.

• Must be comfortable on phones!!

• Sense of humor appreciated.

• Experience with a non-profit or media arts organization helpful.

• Commitment to multi-cultural feminist media.

• Friendly, professional, and pleasant demeanor.

• We are looking for the RIGHT person for this position; therefore we are open to both part and full time candidates.

HOW TO APPLY

Please email resume with a letter noting relevant experience and salary history to jobs@wmm.com. NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE. Please indicate Office Coordinator in the subject line and tell us where you saw the posting. Women Make Movies offers a competitive salary, as well as an excellent benefits package including employer-paid medical and dental insurance, long term disability, retirement plan, vacation, and paid holidays. Women Make Movies is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women of color, lesbians, and older women to apply.

Marketing & Outreach Coordinator, Women Make Movies, New York, NY

Marketing & Outreach Coordinator

Posted on: November 5, 2013
Posted by: Women Make Movies

DESCRIPTION

Women Make Movies is seeking an energetic, dedicated and highly motivated full-time Marketing and Outreach Coordinator. This person will be responsible for coordinating and implementing all areas of marketing, specifically, outreaching and marketing the WMM collection of films to educational, community and cultural organizations. In addition, this person will update and maintain the WMM website, WMM's presence on social networking sites, and develop new Web and organizational partnerships to publicize WMM campaigns.

This is a great opportunity for someone with web, outreach and marketing skills to work collaboratively with the sales and marketing department. Ideal candidate will have a passion for feminist, political and cultural activism and be enthusiastic and creative about using the internet and emerging digital strategies to market the WMM collection of films.

Founded in 1972, Women Make Movies (WMM) is a non-profit feminist, media arts organization dedicated to the distribution and exhibition of films by and about women. With a collection of more than 500 titles, WMM is the largest distributor of films by and about women in the world. WMM also facilitates the production of feminist media through a Production Assistance (PA) Program, which includes a workshop series and a fiscal sponsorship program.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2+ years professional experience in coordinating and executing outreach and marketing campaigns in a film and/or media environment using varied online tools including email programs. Grassroots outreach experience a plus.
• Excellent writing skills. Experience with publications and direct mail a plus.
• Knowledge and experience with web-based marketing activities (emails, blogs, tagging, social networking, viral marketing, SEO, Google adwords and analytics) and online videos. Some experience with HTML and web design preferred.
• Excellent research, analytic, administrative and multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work both independently and as a team.
• Team player, flexibility, professionalism and a positive attitude.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in written format.
• Enthusiasm and passion for WMM. Sense of humor a plus. 

HOW TO APPLY

Email, fax or mail your resume, along with a letter noting relevant experience and salary requirements/history to:
Women Make Movies
ATTN: Marketing and Outreach Coordinator
115 West 29^th Street, Suite 1200
New York, NY 10001
Fax: 212.925.2052
Email: jobs@wmm.com (please send documents in doc or pdf form as attachments)
Subject Line: Marketing and Outreach Coordinator

NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE.
 
Women Make Movies offers a competitive salary, as well as an excellent benefits package including employer-paid medical and dental insurance, long term disability, retirement plan, vacation, and paid holidays. Women Make Movies is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women of color, lesbians, and older women to apply.