Festival Publicist

Our Mission

SIFF is a Seattle-based 501(c)(3) arts nonprofit dedicated to the creation of vibrant experiences and spaces that champion film discovery and arts education.

• Partnership
• Sustainability
• Curiosity
• Inclusion
• Courage

SIFF is committed to being an anti‑racist and anti‑oppression organization. We strive to provide an environment that encourages inclusive experiences for all our audiences, volunteers, artists, staff, and greater community. To create inclusivity and belonging, SIFF expects everyone participating in our events to uphold and embrace this commitment.

We believe that our mission‑centered work to create and share space for community bears a responsibility to be fiercely inclusive of communities that have long been systematically marginalized and excluded. We are dedicated to improving racial equity within our organization and our community. Our strategic commitment means that we approach our work through an RESJ “lens,” to ensure we are centering RESJ principles through our work.

Join our marketing and communications team for the 52nd Seattle International Film Festival. The Festival Publicist leads execution of press & media outreach strategies for the 2026 Seattle International Film Festival working with the Marketing team to elevate SIFF’s promotional campaigns, media relations and material coordination to increase regional awareness and attendance.

March 23, 2025 - May 17, 2026

Artistic Director/Director of Advancement

$25/hour

• Lead organization and management of press events, screenings, comps, and media outreach for the Seattle International Film Festival
• Assist in managing the Festival Communications Calendar including dates, deadlines, and strategy
• Draft press releases and general copy for communications and invitations
• Work alongside the Festival PR agency to facilitate talent and filmmaker interviews
• Work with the Marketing Team to upload and maintain digital assets for press
• Document SIFF press clippings and manage reports provided by PR partners. Generally assist in media monitoring and reporting.
• Assist in management of media requests and relations including the management of  email inbox.
• Maintain & update media contact lists in SIFF database

• Bachelor’s degree (or currently enrolled student) or equivalent marketing experience
• Strong working knowledge of email marketing applications
• Strong working knowledge of, and best use practices of, social media platforms
• Exceptional ability to be proactive, manage details, and multitask in a fast paced environment
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Passion for, and knowledge of, film and entertainment

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.

• Please apply to this job posting directly at
• Attach your resume detailing all relevant professional and lived experience to the role.
• Attach a cover letter stating why you’re interested in SIFF and how your professional experience qualifies you to be successful in the role.
• Note:
  
  Our hiring teams appreciate and hold more value for self‑written cover letters. AI generated cover letters are easy to spot and prevent us from getting to know the real you!
• All attachments must be in PDF format.

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.

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