Coordinator, Marketing - Non-Chinese Market

Responsibilities

The programming team serves as the nucleus of MulanIFF, turning our artistic and curatorial visions into engaging and unique programming for our annual festival and year-round events. As Assistant Programmer, you will help create an impeccable experience for our audience. Reporting to the Artistic Director, your curatorial vision will shape the future of pan-Chinese cinemas.

• Manage the festival submission process and organize submission materials
• Liaise with filmmakers, distributors, and international sales to expand programming opportunities
• Identify outreach opportunities to connect new audiences with emerging filmmakers
• Identify potential presenting partners for specific films and programmes
• Write and organize all publicity information and materials related to films and screenings
• Introduce films to the audience and host Q&As with filmmakers

Requirements

Below are the skills, knowledge, and characteristics we believe will make a successful candidate. Both quantity and quality matter—we do not expect you to have all of them, and if you excel in even one area, we encourage you to apply.

• Demonstrated interest, knowledge, or academic background in Film/Media Studies or other humanities disciplines such as literature, fine arts, and philosophy
• A curatorial vision aligned with the direction of MulanIFF
• Working knowledge of emerging and established filmmakers, and key players in the Asian film industries
• Demonstrated research and organizational skills
• Excellent professional communication skills in English and/or Chinese

Schedule

This is a volunteer position with the following time commitments:

• Minimum 8 hours per week during peak season (March, April, and May)
• Minimum 5 hours per week during festival season and other times (January, February, June, July, and August to December)

Remote candidates are welcome to apply.