AMP: Artists' Meeting Place and Resource Collective

from Franklin Furnace

Distribution and Outreach Coordinator

Happy Birthday, Marsha!, a film by by Reina Gossett and Sasha Wortzel, is hiring for the part-time position of distribution and outreach coordinator immediately. The position will coordinate Fall 2018 through Spring 2019 screenings at film festivals, colleges, museums, and community centers. The filmmakers are based in NYC, however this position could be done remotely.

Happy Birthday, Marsha! is a short film about iconic transgender artist and activist, Marsha "Pay it No Mind" Johnson and her life in the hours before she ignited the 1969 Stonewall Riots in New York City. The film stars Independent Spirit Award Winner Mya Taylor as Johnson with cinematography by Arthur Jafa and an original score by Geo Wyeth.

This is a temporary part-time position that will require approximately 2 to 4 hours of work per week between June and December 2018.

Ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience working in distribution/outreach in film/media or a similar capacity. Prior experience working with film festivals, museums, and colleges a plus, but not required. Candidates should have familiarity with LGBTQ politics and a passion for cinema.

Skills Required:

Highly-organized, detail-oriented, strong communicator, excellent project management and community engagement skills

Passion for film and promoting queer storytelling

Excellent research, verbal and writing skills

Understanding of target audiences and comfortable speaking with diverse stakeholders

Willingness to learn, problem-solve, work independently and collaborate closely with our team

Familiarity with developing and maintaining robust spreadsheets

Ability to use and maintain Squarespace sites, Mailchimp, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook accounts

Compensation is a $15/hour. Rate negotiable.

People of color, women, trans/gnc folks, queer folks, and people with disabilities strongly encouraged to apply. 


TO APPLY: Please send an email to starppeoplefilm@gmail.com detailing your experience, interest in working to distribute this particular film, and your availability over the next 6 months. Please also send a resume/CV, two references, and your rates. Please put "HBDM Distribution and Outreach" in the subject line of your email.