EVENT MANAGER

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION – ATLFF

Now approaching its 50th year, the Atlanta Film Festival (ATLFF) is the Southeast’s preeminent celebration of cinema and the flagship production of the Atlanta Film Society. One of the largest and longest-running festivals in the country, ATLFF showcases the work of both emerging and established artists. Every spring, our 11-day festival presents approximately 150 local and international works representing 50+ countries selected from as many as 10,000+ submissions (consisting of 8,000+ films and 2,000+ screenplays) sent in from as many as 120+ countries.

For multiple years, ATLFF has been named a “Top 50 Festival Worth the Entry Fee” and one of the “25 Coolest Film Festivals in the World” by Movie Maker magazine as well as USAToday’s “10 Best Film Festivals.” Historically, over 90% of ATLFF’s program is chosen from submissions.

These priorities for on-screen extend also to off-screen with the Atlanta Film Society (ATLFS) striving to make sure that the breadth of Atlanta’s rich diversity in ethnicity, orientation, age, and gender is reflected in our audience, volunteers, jury, staff, and board.

The Event Manager will oversee all aspects of event planning and execution, ensuring each event operates seamlessly from conception through completion. Core responsibilities include coordinating with catering vendors; managing venue layouts and décor; developing and executing detailed run-of-show schedules; planning and confirming event menus; coordinating talent, speakers, and special guests; and addressing all logistical and operational requirements. The primary objective of this role is to deliver a smooth, well-organized, and memorable experience for all attendees.
The Event Manager must be a clear and confident communicator, a strong problem solver, and a friendly, approachable team member with a strong customer-service focus.

• Reports to the Operations Director
• Serve as the Events Manager for the Atlanta Film Festival
• Liaise with catering vendors and manage venue layout, decor, and design for all festival events.
• Develop and oversee the detailed run-of-show for each event, ensuring all elements are aligned for smooth execution.
• Be on-site for all events, as well as festival load-in and load-out, to oversee event setup, execution, and breakdown.
• Conduct venue visits to finalize event layout, seating, and decorations.
• Address all logistical details related to the events to ensure flawless operations.
• Oversee event logistics, including the preparation of presentation materials and post-event evaluations.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the success of the event.
• Write a comprehensive post-festival report covering your areas of responsibility

Commitment to the ATLFS Mission Statement
Attend all ATLFF Staff, Operations Department Meetings, and meetings with the Operations Director;

• Experience in festival event management or related fields.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and work both independently and collaboratively.
• Problem-solving skills and flexibility to address challenges as they arise.
• Prior experience with film festivals or large-scale events is a plus.
• Familiarity with Google Docs, Airtable, and Slack preferred.
• Strong passion for independent film and film festivals, with a commitment to inclusivity and spotlighting underrepresented artists.
• Knowledge of or connection to the Atlanta film community is a plus.
• Ability to manage and lead a team, with strong writing, proofreading, and attention to detail.
• Ability to address an audience and/or experience in (or openness to) public speaking.
• Professional and efficient under deadline pressures.

• Flat Fee of $5,000
• Upon successful completion of contract candidates will receive a 2026 Atlanta Film Society Membership.
• Compensation will not include travel to or during the event.
• Compensation will not include housing during the event provided during the event.

This is a seasonal position that lasts between March – May, 2026. The…