Department: Col of Visual and Performing Arts

Classification: Admin Office Specialist 3

Job Category: Classified Staff

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)

Location: Fairfax, VA

Workplace Type: Hybrid Eligible

Pay Band: 03

Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience

Criminal Background Check: Yes

About the Department:

Film and Video Studies offers courses leading to a BA in Film and Video with optional pathways in directing and producing, cinematography, editing, sound, and screenwriting. The department coordinates (and co-coordinates) a series of public film screenings and events, student showcases, and a Visiting Filmmakers Series while supporting a cohesive faculty and staff to carry out departmental objectives.

About the Position:

The Marketing and Events Coordinator oversees marketing for Film and Video Studies, manages logistics for program events, the Visiting Filmmakers Series, and student exhibitions, and supervises student workers at George Mason University. The ideal candidate will have experience in marketing and arts and/or film events management. 

Responsibilities:

Student Exhibitions and Film Events 

• Organizes and coordinates exhibitions of student films and staged readings of screenplays, including casting and scheduling, event space logistics, and budgeting; 
• Coordinates technical support with faculty and staff for student film festivals, traveling Best of Film programs, etc.;
• Markets and promotes the Film and Video Studies program (for recruitment, class enrollments, and publicity) and events (student film festival, student production fair, visiting artists events);
• Maintains program websites and publishes monthly e-newsletters with achievements and events for the film community; and 
• Sends out a bi-weekly creative digest to students identifying regional and national resources and opportunities. 

Visiting Filmmakers Series at George Mason University 

• Organizes and manages VFS events, including logistics of facilities, visiting artists, fundraising, media requests, communication, and technical support. Supports the coordination of artist contract payments, travel, and lodging.

Information, Resources, and Communications 

• Maintains informational resources for students and alumni as they relate to productions, exhibitions, jobs, and other academic and professional opportunities.

Supervises student workers 

• Recommends and budgets for the hiring of student employees to support work and advertise and hire for the position(s); and
• Manages and oversees the work of student staff, including training and mentorship of student workers.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent;
• Experience in marketing and arts and/or film events management;
• Mid-level office administrative experience;
• Understanding and experience with Adobe Creative Suite;
• All typical skills necessary for operating in an office environment; and
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Mac OSX.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor?s degree in related field;
• Staff management experience preferred;
• Familiarity with Banner, 25Live, Drupal, Emma, Canva, Hootsuite, eVA, Mason Finance Gateway, Patriot Web and University policy and procedures a plus; and
• Demonstrated experience working with colleagues and students from diverse backgrounds.

Instructions to Applicants: 

For full consideration, applicants must apply for Marketing and Events Coordinator at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Cover Letter/Letter of Intent and Resume for review.

Posting Open Date: July 31, 2024

For Full Consideration, Apply by:  August  14, 2024

Open Until Filled:  Yes

About George Mason University

George Mason University is a public, comprehensive, research university established by the Commonwealth of Virginia located in Northern Virginia, outside of Washington, D.C. Mason was initially founded as a branch of the University of Virginia in 1949, and became an independent institution in 1972. George Mason University is an innovative and inclusive academic community committed to creating a more just, free, and prosperous world.

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