Festivals Marketing & Engagement Coordinator

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. Beginning in 1976 with the annual Seattle International Film Festival, then expanding into year-round programming, SIFF envisions a thriving arts ecosystem where film discovery encourages a more empathetic, joyful, and connected world. In its three theaters, SIFF offers screenings and special programs throughout the year.

Each role is a reflection of SIFF's mission and commitment to the community to share vibrant films and help audiences engage in the enjoyment of film.

At SIFF We Value... Partnership, Sustainability, Curiosity, Inclusion, Courage

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Social Justice

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.

The Festivals Marketing & Engagement Coordinator is responsible for assisting in the creation and implementation of the 20th National Film Festival for Talented Youth (NFFTY) and 53rd Seattle International Film Festival digital marketing strategy. This position focuses on building awareness of NFFTY and the Seattle International Film Festival and increasing festival screening attendance and ticket sales.

The position will play a key role in the success of NFFTY by focusing on outreach and an engaging marketing and content strategy for building audiences. Additionally, the Coordinator oversees all communications campaigns—including fundraising, launching new programs, and engaging with NFFTY's community.

Under supervision of the Senior Marketing Manager, the Festivals Marketing & Engagement Coordinator will also assist the SIFF Marketing Team in managing deadlines, events, and materials to support team organization and increase the awareness of the 2027 Seattle International Film Festival.

Dates of Employment:
January 4-May 25, 2027

Reports to:

Sr. Marketing Manager

Compensation: $23.00/hour

• Support NFFTY's marketing, including maintaining social media presence
• Proactively learns social media and content marketing trends, especially for teens and young adults, and pursues appropriate platforms and strategies to engage these demographics. They work closely with the Sr. Marketing Manager and NFFTY team to ensure NFFTY programs and associated promotional materials engage with youth from diverse backgrounds.
• Assist the Digital Marketing Coordinator with website management (for both NFFTY and the Seattle International Film Festival)
• Shares responsibility for reaching a global audience, seeking the best, brightest, and most promising emerging filmmakers for NFFTY's programs. A strong sense for seeking out communities of interest and influencers will be key to maximizing NFFTY’s position as the world’s preeminent discovery platform for talent.
• Manage NFFTY's social media calendar and content, curation, and distribution across all social platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky, Tik Tok, You Tube, etc).
• Build upon NFFTY's existing submission outreach database.
• Create and send email marketing campaigns and track resulting web traffic and conversions.
• Work within brand guidelines, create design elements for year-round communications and marketing campaigns, or oversee designers and interns in creation of these elements.

• Support project management and deadline tracking…