Film Curator & Programmer, Boston Jewish Film

JCC Greater Boston is hiring a part-time Film Curator & Programmer for Boston Jewish Film (BJF). Reporting to the Director of Arts & Ideas, you'll program BJF's annual festivals, series and year-round screenings, and curate the experience around each one, from filmmaker conversations and panels to performances and educational programs. This is a salaried, exempt, hybrid role at 25 hours a week, with some evenings and weekends around festivals.

Responsibilities:
• Research, screen and recommend films for the Boston Jewish Film Festival, The Israeli Film Series and year-round programs
• Help shape BJF's artistic vision, themes and programming
• Curate Q&As, panels, lectures, performances and educational programs around screenings
• Build relationships with filmmakers, distributors, sales agents, festivals and cultural organizations
• Recommend speakers, scholars, artists and community leaders for programs
• Write film descriptions and curatorial notes, introduce films and moderate discussions

Qualifications:
• 5+ years in film programming, curation, festival programming, arts administration or a related field
• Bachelor's degree in film, cinema studies, arts administration, Jewish studies or communications preferred
• Strong knowledge of contemporary film; familiarity with Jewish, Israeli or international cinema highly preferred
• Excellent writing, communication and project management skills

Salary: $42,500–$46,875 per year, based on qualifications and experience

Benefits:
A free individual membership to JCC Greater Boston's fitness and wellness facility in Newton, discounts on JCC programs and events, and a supportive hybrid work environment.