Film Curator & Programmer, Boston Jewish Film

JCC Greater Boston • Newton, MA

11d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Film Curator & Programmer works collaboratively with the Boston Jewish Film (BJF) team and reports to the Director of Arts & Ideas. The role contributes to BJF’s artistic vision through film research and evaluation, relationship-building with filmmakers and distributors, and curation of the full experience surrounding screenings. This includes conversations with filmmakers, speakers, panels, performances, educational components, and other audience engagement opportunities. The position programs annual festivals, series, and year-round screenings.

The position is regular, part-time, exempt, and salaried at 25 hours per week. It is hybrid, with in-person presence required for key team meetings and events; some administrative responsibilities may be performed remotely. Evening and weekend work is periodically required, including in preparation for and during film festivals. The role is part of JCC Greater Boston, a mission-driven organization that describes its workplace as diverse, welcoming, and guided by the values of Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in film programming, curation, festival programming, arts administration, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of contemporary film.
• Demonstrated ability to identify compelling films and develop creative programming around them.
• Excellent communication, writing, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong interest in connecting film with education, culture, and community engagement.
• Outstanding project management and organizational skills, including managing projects from design through implementation, meeting deadlines, attending to detail, and maintaining high quality standards.
• Ability to multitask, manage situations effectively and diplomatically, and adapt to evolving needs and circumstances.
• Excellent interpersonal and active listening skills.
• Record of working well independently and collaboratively, and building and sustaining collaborative relationships with varied stakeholders.
• Ability to meet the position’s physical and in-person requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends periodically, including in preparation for and during film festivals.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Film, Cinema Studies, Arts Administration, Jewish Studies, Communications, or a related field preferred; equivalent education and experience may be substituted at the JCC’s discretion.
• Familiarity with Jewish, Israeli, and/or international cinema highly preferred.
• Experience working with filmmakers, distributors, artists, speakers, or community partners preferred.

Responsibilities

• Curate wrap-around programming for individual screenings, including Q&As, panels, lectures, performances, and educational programs.
• Research, screen, evaluate, and recommend films for BJFF, The Israeli Film Series, and select year-round programs.
• Help shape the overall artistic vision, themes, and programming.
• Develop relationships with filmmakers, distributors, sales agents, festivals, and other film industry partners.
• Identify and recommend filmmakers, scholars, artists, educators, community leaders, and subject-matter experts to participate in programs.
• Build relationships with filmmakers, producers, distributors, archivists, critics, and other cultural organizations.
• Collaborate with programmers, educators, researchers, technicians, and marketing teams.
• Represent the institution at film festivals, industry events, and cultural gatherings.
• Collaborate with JCC departments and community partners to develop cross-disciplinary and audience engagement opportunities.
• Contribute film descriptions, curatorial notes, speaker information, and other program materials.
• Introduce films and/or moderate discussions as appropriate.
• Attend selected screenings and festival events, including evenings and weekends.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free individual membership to JCC Greater Boston’s fitness, recreation, and wellness facility in Newton.
• Access to the Fitness Center at Leventhal-Sidman.
• Access to group fitness classes.
• Arts and Culture adult programming at member rates.
• Discounts on a variety of JCCGB fitness and wellness programs and services.
• Free wellness events.
• Discounts to many JCCGB events, classes, and the outdoor pool.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level