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Denver Film Festival Transportation Coordinator

Classification: Seasonal/Full Time: Early September – Mid November

Salary Range: $2,250 – $2,750

Location: Sie FilmCenter – 2510 E. Colfax Ave., Denver, CO 80206, on location as needed, and occasional remote work

Reporting Structure: Reports to Transportation Manager

Position Summary: 

Denver Film seeks a seasonal, full-time Transportation Coordinator to assist the Transportation Department for the Denver Film Festival (DFF), the largest premier film event in the Rocky Mountain Region that happens across multiple venues over 10 days filled with films, red carpet events, panels, and special events. With more than 130 invited guests, jurors, and panelists, the Transportation Coordinator plays a critical role in the experience of filmmakers and other guests

About Denver Film:

The first Denver International Film Festival was successfully launched in May 1978. Three years later, the 501(c)(3) nonprofit Denver Film Society was created to expand opportunities to bring films to Denver that otherwise might not be shown and to celebrate and cultivate film as an art form.  Over the years the organization has grown into one the largest and most respected cultural institutions in the Rocky Mountain region. In 2019, the organization rebranded to Denver Film to build a more inclusive organization. This effort continues as we focus on diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility across our wide array of year-round programs, including the Colorado Dragon Boat Film Festival, Women+Film Festival, CinemaQ Film Festival, CineLatinx Film Festival, Film on the Rocks, the Denver Film Festival, and other programming. Denver Film operates the Sie FilmCenter, which is the year-round cinematic home hosting over 800 films, education programs, community conversations, filmmakers from around the world, and special events throughout the year. 

Our Mission: 

Our mission is to create entertaining and transformative experiences for the Colorado community through the power of diverse voices in film. 

Our Values:

  • • Creativity – We cultivate curiosity and innovation in everything we do to transform lives through film
  • • Community – We strive to create a sense of fellowship with others; we continuously explore ways in which film can foster community
  • • Accessibility – We advocate for diverse ideas, cultures, opinions, and needs of communities with focuses on diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility
  • • Professionalism – We act with respect, integrity, and competence. We are accountable for our actions and choices
  • • Excellence – We challenge ourselves to mindfully curate films that educate, inform, and invoke through provocative conversations
  • • Collaboration – We embrace partnership and teamwork, working collaboratively to build community through film

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

The Transportation Coordinator will assist the Transportation Manager to run the transportation systems and needs for the 2025 Denver Film Festival, ensuring smooth  transport of festival guests to and from the airport, hotels, and festival venues according to their itineraries. In addition to other duties as assigned, this position will be responsible for the following:

  • • Transportation
    • • Assisting in the evaluation of vehicle needs for the festival
    • • Working with the DFF Transportation Manager to develop and execute a plan for the transportation headquarters, including determining necessary supplies
    • • Assisting to secure parking meter permits in accordance with Festival program dates
    • • Assisting in the coordination with the Volunteer Department to engage volunteer drivers
    • • Assisting in the preparation and presentation of transportation needs, rules, procedures, and paperwork at dedicated volunteer meeting prior to the festival
    • • Assisting in the identification of the need for codes for ride-sharing services to supplement other transportation services
    • • Assisting in establishing a relationship with a gas station to streamline fuel needs
    • • Assisting in the management of the Transportation hotline throughout the festival
    • • Ensuring all data and materials are archived post-Festival
    • • Writing and delivering a comprehensive wrap report following the conclusion of the Festival
  • • Inter-Departmental Coordination
    • • Interfacing with Programming, Transportation, Accounting, PR, and other DFF departments to assist in determining needs and protocols
    • • Working cooperatively with all DFF departments including, but not limited to, Transportation, Programming, Publicity, and Operations to ensure the lines of communication are open, needs are clear, and plans are set
  • • General
    • • Tracking all expenses including Festival petty cash with accuracy
    • • Working to support the Festival overall and the needs of all departments
    • • Providing exceptional customer service to all stakeholders and guests
    • • Ensuring that Denver Film’s high Festival standards and the expectations of guests are met before, during, and after the Festival
  • • Performing additional duties as assigned

Desired Skills

  • • A love of film, arts, and culture
  • • Commitment to the Mission, Vision and Values of Denver Film
  • • The experience and desire to build, mentor, and lead a diverse team through a collaborative and open management style
  • • Experience managing staff members in a positive and team focused manner.
  • • Excellent inter-personal, verbal and written communication skills with ability to act in professional manner with members of the public and with staff members
  • • Maintains confidentiality and security of Denver Film’s confidential information
  • • The ability to be calm and move confidently under high pressure scenarios
  • • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while supporting the goals and initiatives of a collaborative team
  • • Strong time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines
  • • Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and organizational skills
  • • Exceptional customer service skills
  • • Intermediate to advance skills in word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation software and internet required

Special Requirements

  • • Reliable access to transportation
  • • Able to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required
  • • Able to climb up and down stairs; able to climb up and down ladders; able to kneel, bend, stoop, crouch, reach and carry; able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs., including up and down stairs

How to Apply:

Please fill out the form below to submit your cover letter and application.

Timeline:

Review of applications begins on receipt. The deadline to apply is mid-August. If your application is moved forward, the application process may include 1-2 interviews with Denver Film staff members. The starting date will depend on the Denver Film Festival production schedule.

Denver Film is an equal-opportunity employer.  At Denver Film, we are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to promote inclusiveness in everything we do.  We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.  Denver Film is also committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).  While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and see.  We will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.

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