SIFF - Festival Digital Marketing Associate

Social Media Manager is needed in Seattle, United States.

Client: SIFF

Location: Seattle, United States

Contract: Temporary

Job Description

The Festival Digital Marketing Associate is responsible for assisting in the creation and implementation of the festival digital marketing strategy. This position focuses on building awareness of SIFF and the Seattle International Film Festival and increasing festival screening attendance and ticket sales.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist with the management of the SIFF website including page creation, editing, content management, and troubleshooting
• Create and send email marketing campaigns and track resulting web traffic and conversions
• Assist with digital campaign tracking and reporting using Google Analytics
• Assist with content creation, curation, and distribution across all social channels (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Letterboxd, YouTube, and TikTok)
• Capture live content at Festival events and screenings for SIFF social media channels
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s in Marketing or a related field; or equivalent combination of training and experience in lieu of degree
• Experience using web content management systems
• Strong working knowledge of digital marketing applications
• Proficiency in email marketing, Google Analytics, online best practices and protocols
• Displays in-depth knowledge and understanding of social media platforms and how each can be deployed
• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion at all times
• Must be available to work evenings and weekends during the Festival (May 9–19) and other times as needed leading up

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, be detail and deadline-oriented, and take initiative
• Ability to collaborate with all areas of the organization and provide exceptional service internally and externally
• Passion for, and knowledge of, film and cinema

Work Environment

Hybrid allowed. This temporary position will work onsite at our Seattle office (SIFF Film Center) and may be required to be onsite for Festival screenings and events at our venues. Remote work is allowed, with schedule agreed upon with supervisor.

Physical Demands

The employee is regularly required to interact with coworkers and supervisors, sit and stand for extended periods of time, and occasionally lift up to 10 pounds.

To Be Considered For This Role

Attach your resume detailing all relevant professional experience to the role

A cover letter stating why you’re interested in SIFF and your experience to be successful in the role

All attachments must be in PDF file

Additional Information

Please note that, at this time, to be in-person at any SIFF venue (including working in our offices) you must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

AAP/EEO Statement

SIFF provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.