Communication & Marketing Manager
/Organization:
The Documentary Media Society - DOXA Documentary Film Festival
Deadline:
Jan. 20, 2025
Organization Description:
DOXA Documentary Film Festival, produced by the Documentary Media Society, is a
community-oriented arts organization that premieres Canadian and international documentaries to
Vancouver audiences during an annual 11-day festival, along with year-round programming and
initiatives. The next festival will take place May 1-11, 2025.
The Documentary Media Society is a member tenant of the 110 Arts Co-op which manages The Post at 750 office and studio facilities.
Website:
Job Description:
The Communication & Marketing Manager will work closely with the Managing Director and the Programming team to provide organizational leadership and strategic planning and direction. This individual is responsible for executing effective communication strategy while working within the mission, vision, and values of DOXA. An ideal candidate possesses leadership qualities, is proactive, collaborative, self-motivated, organized, and passionate to strengthen our community.
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and sociable individual who is passionate about the arts to join our small team. This is a unique opportunity to learn and expand your skills within an open-minded mid-size festival that operates within a collaborative management style.
Responsibilities:
Communications and Community Outreach:
• Work with the Development Manager and the Managing Director on communications and marketing strategy
• Work with DOXA core management to develop and lead outreach strategies for the 2025
DOXA Documentary Film Festival, and additional events as needed
• Coordinate DOXA’s website content updates
• Coordinate and execute DOXA newsletter campaigns
• Work with the DOXA team to maintain and update DOXA’s social media accounts; being present during festival time at venues in order to update social media in real time
• Track, collect and file media clippings from various sources, including print and online
• Support the Development Manager in the research and implementation of new formal and informal community partnerships for DOXA films, while maintaining connections with existing community partners
• Develop a strategy for purchasing advertising spaces, within preset budget, along with the Managing Director and Development Manager
Design:
• Coordinate and oversee the production of the DOXA Documentary Film Festival Program Book, alongside the Programming team and the Managing Director
• Assist in the collection of film materials (stills, bios, production details, etc.) alongside programming staff
• Work with DOXA core staff and DOXA’s Graphic Designer on festival graphic design elements / graphic assets
• Social media, newsletter, website in-house assets
• Assist in the compiling and quality control of sponsorship and advertising materials alongside Development Manager
• Develop print and web materials, as required
Advertising / Marketing:
• Assist the Development Manager in advertising sales and fulfillment for the 2025 Festival
• Support the Development Manager in the coordination and fulfillment of partnerships related to marketing
• Liaise with various marketing personnel, such as DOXA’s publicist, graphic designer and online marketing agency, in order to expand DOXA’s marketing efforts
General Duties:
• Work within the set timeline required to carry out the duties of the position
• Keep accurate and easily accessible records of all work in order to ensure organizational
continuity (files, hours, etc.)
• Complete a Final Report following the 2025 DOXA Documentary Film Festival with a timeline, task breakdown and recommendations/learnings
• General miscellaneous duties assigned, as required
• Meet with DOXA staff, board and committees, as required
• Share general office duties, including telephone, mail, reception and other as required
Qualifications:
A degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field is preferred.
A background in event management, film studies, or design will be considered a major asset
Experience in developing and executing communication and outreach strategies.
Proven ability to coordinate digital and print marketing campaigns (newsletters, websites, social media).
Strong writing and editing skills for producing newsletters, social media posts, and web content.
Proficiency in managing social media platforms (Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, etc.) and real-time event coverage.
Experience in editing a printed Festival Guide will be considered a major asset
Proficiency on Adobe Suite
How to Apply:
Please send resume and cover letter to hr@doxafestival.ca with the title of the position you are applying for and your name in the subject line
Remuneration:
Contract dates : mid-January to end of May 2025 Seasonal full time, 35 hours/week Salary: $28 to $30 per hour,, depending on experience
Contact Name: Arnaud Menindes
Contact Email: hr@doxafestival.ca
