New Orleans Film Society
2026 NOFF Social Media Coordinator
(Temporary / Independent Contractor)
MISSION
The New Orleans Film Society (NOFS) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting, nurturing, and amplifying the diverse voices of filmmakers. We aim to facilitate conversations through film and film-related programming that inspire, educate, challenge, and entertain our audiences.
VALUES STATEMENT
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Start with the art and allow artistic vision, equity, and social impact to guide our search for resources.
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Champion filmmakers who have been historically denied access to resources and opportunities within the industry–– including Southern artists, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ people, and people with disabilities.
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Seek deep audience engagement.
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Build a working environment that is fair and fulfilling.
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Exhibit dedication and passion and believe that inspired and impactful programs arise from collaboration and mutual respect.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Festival Social Media Coordinator is responsible for executing the New Orleans Film Festival’s social media strategy before, during, and immediately following the Festival. Working under the direct supervision of the Development Manager, this individual creates engaging content, coordinates the Festival’s social media presence across all approved platforms, provides real-time coverage of Festival events, and helps extend the Festival experience beyond the walls of our venues. The Festival Social Media Coordinator helps translate the energy, artistry, and community of NOFF into a compelling digital experience that expands the Festival’s reach, strengthens its reputation, celebrates filmmakers and partners, and invites new audiences into the NOFS community. This position is an important member of the Festival’s communications team. Creativity, initiative, and thoughtful ideas are encouraged. Strategic direction, messaging priorities, project assignments, and final approvals are provided by the Development Manager. The successful candidate will communicate proactively, exercise sound editorial judgment, adapt to changing priorities, receive feedback professionally, and consistently produce high-quality work that supports the organization’s goals.
CONTRACT PERIOD
Mid August through late October 2026
Work begins on a flexible part-time schedule and increases as Festival activity ramps up.
Full availability is required October 21 through October 27, 2026.
Festival week includes evenings, weekends, extended workdays, and rapidly changing priorities.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Content Creation & Publishing
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Execute the Festival’s approved social media strategy across Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn, X, and other approved platforms.
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Maintain and implement the Festival’s social media calendar.
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Create engaging photography, short-form video, Reels, Stories, graphics, and written content.
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Write compelling, accurate, and engaging captions that reflect the voice and brand of NOFS.
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Produce content that supports Festival programming, filmmaker promotion, ticket sales, memberships, sponsorships, and audience engagement.
Live Festival Coverage
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Attend assigned screenings, filmmaker conversations, receptions, educational programs, parties, red carpets, and special events.
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Capture and publish timely content throughout Festival events.
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Coordinate with photographers and videographers to receive, organize, edit, and publish content quickly.
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Identify memorable moments that help audiences experience the Festival in real time.
Community Engagement & Digital Collaboration
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Monitor comments, direct messages, and audience engagement across all socia lmedia platforms.
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Coordinate social media collaborations with filmmakers, sponsors, community partners, venues, artists, and participating organizations, including shared posts, collaborator tags, cross-platform promotion, and coordinated digital campaigns.
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Ensure sponsors, donors, members, grantors, and organizational partners receive accurate and timely social media recognition in accordance with organizational commitments.
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Escalate sensitive communications or media inquiries to the Development Manager when appropriate.
Analytics & Asset Management
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Monitor campaign performance and audience engagement throughout the Festival.
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Maintain organized archives of photography, video, graphics, and project files.
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Deliver a post-Festival analytics report summarizing campaign performance, audience engagement, lessons learned, and recommendations for future Festivals.
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Transfer organized digital assets and project files to NOFS at the conclusion of the contract.
PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
Success in this role will be measured by:
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Consistent execution of the Festival’s communications strategy.
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Timely publication of engaging, accurate, and high-quality content.
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Professional representation of the New Orleans Film Society and the New Orleans Film Festival across all digital platforms.
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Accurate fulfillment of sponsor, donor, member, and partner recognition commitments.
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Strong collaboration with staff, filmmakers, volunteers, photographers, videographers, venues, sponsors, and community partners.
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Responsiveness, reliability, professionalism, and sound judgment throughout the contract period.
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Growth in audience engagement and overall digital reach where reasonably achievable.
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Delivery of organized digital assets and a comprehensive post-Festival analytics report.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Demonstrated alignment with the mission and values of the New Orleans Film Society.
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Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
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Two to three years of professional experience managing organizational socialmedia.
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Proven experience creating engaging social media campaigns and digital content.
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Excellent writing, editing, and visual storytelling skills.
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Experience producing short-form video and photo content.
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Proficiency with Canva, Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Lightroom, Meta Business Suite, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn, X, Dropbox, and Google Workspace.
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Strong organizational and project management skills with excellent attention to detail.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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Reliable transportation throughout Greater New Orleans.
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Ability to work evenings and weekends during Festival events.
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Personal laptop and smartphone capable of professional content creation.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience working with film festivals, arts organizations, nonprofit organizations, or cultural institutions.
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Knowledge of independent film and the contemporary film industry.
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Experience covering live events through social media.
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Photography experience.
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Familiarity with Airtable and Microsoft Office.
COMPENSATION
This is a contract position, with a total compensation amount of $4,500.00, to be paid out in semimonthly installments over the duration of the contract.
This is a temporary independent contractor position and does not offer benefits. The earnings are subject to Self-Employment Tax and no deductions will be made from your checks. This job is not eligible for any cost reimbursements related to the contracted work. You will be issued an IRS Form 1099.
LOCATION
New Orleans Film Society staff work on a hybrid schedule, with some time in the office and some working remotely. The individual filling this position needs to be New Orleans-based because they need to be on the ground during NOFF and any other pre-festival in-person events/training/site visits.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
New Orleans Film Society fosters a creative and professional environment that reflects the diversity of New Orleans. We actively recruit a wide pool of applicants representing dimensions of difference that include — but are not limited to — age, national origin, ethnicity, race, religion, ability, sexual orientation, gender, or political affiliation.
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