Founded in 1985 by filmmaker Richard Linklater, AFS creates life-changing opportunities for filmmakers, catalyzes Austin and Texas as a creative hub, and brings the community together around great film. AFS supports filmmakers towards career leaps, encouraging exceptional artistic projects with grants and support services. AFS operates Austin Studios, a 20-acre production facility, to attract and grow the creative media ecosystem. Austin Public, a space for our city’s diverse mediamakers to train and collaborate, provides many points of access to filmmaking and film careers. The AFS Cinema is an ambitiously programmed repertory and first run arthouse with broad community engagement. By hosting premieres, local and international industry events, and the Texas Film Awards, AFS shines the national spotlight on Texas filmmakers while connecting Austin and Texas to the wider film community. AFS is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
OPEN POSITIONS
Head of Marketing and Engagement
Job Purpose Summary
Austin Film Society is seeking a Head of Marketing and Engagement (HoME) to take global ownership of AFS’s marketing, communications, outreach and engagement strategies with a goal of seamlessly integrating these functions into our diverse slate of programmatic and operational efforts. The HoME must be experienced in marketing and communications strategy, event strategy, audience development, and community engagement.
This executive-level position is a key leadership role that will report directly to the CEO and oversee a seven-member Marketing and Communications department. As a leader at AFS, this role must work successfully across the organization and effectively enroll others in developing and executing strategy. The ideal candidate will demonstrate high professionalism, extensive experience in cross-organizational collaboration, and strategic decision-making capabilities.
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Essential Responsibilities & DutiesStakeholder Care and Expansion Strategy- Maximize audiences in service of AFS’s dual bottom line of program impact and financial sustainability
- Develop omnichannel marketing strategy to ensure all facets support AFS’s diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) efforts
- Drive revenue growth by optimizing marketing strategies to attract and retain new customers and donors
- Create and oversee partnership strategy for promotional and community partnerships; support programmatic and development partnerships
- Develop strategy to engage with targeted AFS audiences
Integration of Marketing, Communications and Events across AFS- Oversee the execution of the annual Texas Film Awards Gala for maximum engagement and storytelling impact. Lead event planning, marketing and communications strategy, creative direction, and event budgeting.
- Develop an organization-wide events strategy that advances AFS’s strategic plan and meets net income goals
- Support the fundraising team via:
Institutional communications cycle using information from programs and events
Messaging and collateral as needed across all campaigns and events - Enhance strategies that grow new and repeat business at the AFS Cinema
Brand Integrity and Awareness Strategy- Expand awareness of AFS’s brand locally and statewide
- Lead major institutional communication moments, including crisis communications
- Collaborate with Director of Marketing to facilitate and provide direction of AFS storytelling and institutional marketing opportunities
- Ensure digital and printed marketing assets effectively convey AFS’s brand and story
Operations and Leadership- Oversee the implementation of marketing strategies; provide reports on efficacy to CEO and Executive Team
- Build, lead, and mentor a proactive, collaborative, impactful and highly regarded team; responsible for all aspects of managing people including hiring, coaching, developing, and managing performance aligned with AFS’s values
- Supervise Director of Marketing; Sr. Manager, Events and PR; and Outreach & Engagement Manager
- Oversee resource allocation for marketing, communications, outreach, and operations across programs
- Serve on the AFS Leadership Team and Executive Team
Required Critical Skills
- 10+ years of relevant experience in translating artistic vision through marketing, communications, and branding strategies
- Demonstrated record of conceptualizing and implementing audience development strategies
- Skilled in creating powerful, compelling written and oral communications for fundraising, as well as experience and credibility when presenting to external audiences
- Ability to demonstrate a strong team-oriented approach, fostering collaboration and effective communication with colleagues across various departments
- Strong managerial and coaching skills, fluent at providing feedback and mentoring
- Ability to engage, cultivate and manage relationships with key strategic partners
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects to meet deadlines and produce results
- Ability to self-advocate, communicate, and negotiate effectively
- Appreciation for AFS’s mission and vision
Compensation and Benefits
Salary: $100K/yr
Benefits:- 12 paid holidays per year plus PTO and sick leave accrual
- Options for 100% employer-sponsored health, vision, and dental benefits
- SIMPLE IRA with employer match
- Employer-sponsored life insurance
- Employer-sponsored mobile phone plan
- Employee AFS Cinema and Austin Public perks
- Flexible work hours
- Optional accident, critical illness, legal, pet insurance, and more
Position Type and Expected Hours
This is a full-time, exempt position. Work hours vary. Some nights and weekends required.
Complexities and Conditions of Employment
Physical / Environmental Demands: Sitting and/or standing, keyboarding, reading, grasping, mousing, handwriting for up to 8-hours per day, and lifting or moving weight of 20lbs are essential requirements for the position. Position requires reliable transportation.
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Community Media Instructor – Colorist & DaVinci Resolve (contract)
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Job Purpose Summary AFS seeks a part-time contractor to maintain and continue to develop curriculum and teach the following classes at Austin Public within AFS’s Community Media Department:
INTRO TO DAVINCI RESOLVE
This 6-hour, hands-on class will focus on the craft of color correction through the use of DaVinci Resolve software. It covers basic concepts of finishing and post workflows, as well as the technical and aesthetic theories that influence colorists. Students interested in coloring their own projects should leave the class with a grasp of the possibilities offered by DaVinci. They will also be more prepared to consider color correction during pre-production when planning projects for the future. Topics include but not limited to: basic color theory, post workflow and codecs, luminance control, hue offset, power windows, motion tracking, color “correction” vs building a “look”, common problems and how to tackle them, flat vs broadcast images and LUTs.
THE ART OF COLOR CORRECTION
This 3-hour, intermediate presentation style class explores the history and theory of color correction. Designed for content creators, directors, or aspiring colorists, participants will leave the course with the ability to speak to other artists about the color needs of their own projects, as well as begin to explore and apply the art form to their future work.
These two classes are held every 1 to 3 months on a weekend or week nights (based on Instructor’s availability) with a maximum of 8 participants for Intro to DaVinci Resolve and 10 for The Art of Color Correction.
Additional training opportunities within your field of interest, if desired, will be available for trainees within the AFS Creative Careers program.
Essential Responsibilities & Duties- Fully maintain existing curriculum as well as continue to develop curriculum for the classes listed above, based on the needs of AFS’s Community Media department.
- Train these two classes on a regular basis (every 1-3 months). Engage with the students and encourage further creative development.
Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities- Minimum two years experience working with DaVinci Resolve software
- Advanced knowledge of practical and critical aspects of color correction aesthetics and techniques
- Intermediate knowledge of general post-production workflows
- Advanced management skills and written and verbal communication skills, including ability to build strong relationships with diverse student populations
- Previous experience as a trainer or teacher is preferred
Expected Hours and Compensation
This is a part-time, contract labor position paid an hourly rate of $45-$55/hour for instruction time. Contractor will be given 8 hours of curriculum development time at a rate of $20/hour during the length of a yearly contract with AFS. Contractor is expected to be available to train at least 8 classes a year based on the needs of the Community Media Department. Class times and frequency are subject to change based on demand.
Additional Perks- Contractor will receive a free yearly subscription within the AFS Producer Program.
- Contractor will receive free certifications on any equipment and software in which the contractor trains.
- Contractor will receive a 50% discount on any available spots within 3 days leading up to an Austin Public class and/or workshop.
Complexities and Conditions of Employment
The Contractor will be expected to supply their own computer/laptop for prep and curriculum development. The Contractor will be expected to acquire and create any training materials to be used and/or passed out during the class. Contractor will have access to the copy machine at Austin Public, as needed.
How to Apply
Email your resume and cover letter as one PDF to Doug Gray, Station Manager at jobs@austinfilm.org with “Colorist Instructor – Your Name” in the subject line. All applications will be acknowledged by email. All inquiries are confidential. The Austin Film Society supports workplace diversity and equal opportunity for all individuals. Open until filled
AFS CREATIVE CAREERS (INTERNSHIP PROGRAM)
The AFS Creative Careers program offers paid internships, technical training and professional development. Learn more about the program structure and offerings at https://www.austinfilm.org/creative-careers/
