Exhibitor Relations Director

Where you’ll have impact:
Exhibitor Relations & Release Strategy

Serve as MUBI’s primary point of contact for exhibition partners across national circuits, regional chains, independent theaters, and arthouse cinemas.

Secure theatrical sales and maintain strong theatrical support for MUBI releases through ongoing exhibitor relationships, strategic negotiations, and collaborative release planning.

Work with exhibitors to maximize screen placement, playdates, holdovers, expansion opportunities, and audience engagement initiatives.

Represent MUBI at industry events, exhibitor conferences, screenings, trade shows, and CinemaCon.

Theatrical Marketing & Partnerships

Lead exhibitor-facing marketing initiatives, including trailer placement, lobby materials, digital campaigns, promotional partnerships, and premium format opportunities.

Develop and manage exhibitor-specific marketing programs and budgets across theatrical releases.

Collaborate with internal teams to align theatrical campaigns with broader distribution, marketing, publicity, and audience development strategies.

Manage relationships with premium exhibition partners, including IMAX, Dolby, Barco, D-BOX, and other emerging technologies.

Screenings, Events & Operations

Oversee premieres, advance screenings, filmmaker appearances, Q&As, promotional screenings, research screenings, and special theatrical events.

Coordinate event execution with exhibitors, filmmakers, talent representatives, vendors, and internal stakeholders.

Manage the delivery and placement of theatrical marketing materials, including trailers, key art, one-sheets, signage, and promotional assets.

Ensure seamless execution of in-theater campaigns and audience-facing initiatives across MUBI’s release slate.

Planning, Reporting & Team Leadership

Build campaign presentations, release calendars, exhibitor communications, and strategic planning materials.

Monitor box office performance, market trends, competitive releases, and exhibitor feedback to inform theatrical strategy.

Provide regular reporting and recommendations to senior leadership on exhibitor engagement and campaign effectiveness.

What you’ll bring:
5+ years of experience in exhibitor relations, theatrical distribution, studio relations, or a related field.

Strong relationships within the North American theatrical exhibition community preferred.

Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

Demonstrated ability to manage high-profile partnerships and cross-functional initiatives.

Strong strategic thinking, analytical capabilities, and commercial awareness.

Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven entertainment environment.

Passion for theatrical exhibition, independent cinema, and audience development.