Program Coordinator, Career Development

THE OPPORTUNITY

Reel Works is hiring a Program Coordinator to manage day-to-day training and recruitment logistics and support participants from recruitment through completion for our MediaMKRS career development programs.

Reports To:

Career Development Program Manager

Compensation:
Full-time 40 hours per week; $55k - $61k + Benefits

Benefits: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401K Match

Location:

This position requires candidates to be based in the New York City metropolitan area and work in a hybrid environment, with three (3) days per week in the Brooklyn office. In-person attendance is also required, as needed, at trainings, recruitment events, and program sites throughout New York City and New Jersey. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required. The physical office is located in Brooklyn, NY.

Final date to receive applications:
Aug 24, 2026

Estimated

Start Date:

Sep 28, 2026

Change the storytellers, change the world! At Reel Works, we believe talent is everywhere, but opportunity is not. Reel Works was founded in 2001 to encourage young people to share their stories through filmmaking. Our work has since expanded to help build a more inclusive media industry and provide emerging talent with the mentorship, skills, and professional networks needed to succeed.

Our mission is to educate, train, and mentor emerging talent from all backgrounds to succeed in the media industry. Through the power of storytelling and workforce development, we remove barriers to entry, unlock creative potential, and equip young people and emerging professionals with the tools to thrive in a rapidly evolving media industry.

Our workforce development program, MediaMKRS, was launched by Reel Works in 2019 to address the crisis of inclusion in the media industry with a goal to diversify the media landscape and create equitable solutions. MediaMKRS educates and empowers individuals from diverse backgrounds to succeed in the media industry through comprehensive training, hands‑on work experiences, networking opportunities, and unparalleled access to industry professionals needed for a thriving career.

To learn more, visit reelworks.org and mediamkrs.org.

Under the supervision of the Career Development Program Manager, the Program Coordinator will support the mission and vision of Reel Works by coordinating accessible, industry-aligned training that helps participants prepare for and pursue careers in media and entertainment. The Coordinator will serve as a key point of connection among participants, instructors, and program staff, ensuring that trainings are well organized and participants receive timely, consistent support.

Through thoughtful program coordination, participant engagement, and recruitment support, this role will help strengthen pathways into the industry for emerging media professionals.

• Coordinate virtual and in‑person trainings, including platform setup, venue preparation, materials, supplies, and event logistics
• Manage trainee agreements, waivers, schedules, onboarding materials, and other participant or grant documentation
• Serve as a primary trainee contact, providing timely, accessible information about schedules, locations, changes, and program expectations
• Track attendance, completion, enrollment, and waitlists; follow up on absences and coordinate accessibility requests
• Attend trainings and events as needed to support instructors, resolve logistical issues, and promote a positive participant experience
• Maintain accurate program records in Salesforce, participant databases, trackers, and Google Drive
• Support invoices, payment documentation, and budget tracking with the Accounting & Payroll Coordinator
• Compile evaluation surveys and routine program and funder reports with the Program Manager

• Coordinate recruitment schedules, registration, materials, and applicant communications with the Recruitment Coordinator and Program Manager
• Schedule and support recruitment events, information sessions, interviews, and employer or partner presentations
• Review applications, track applicant status, schedule…