Documentaries Coordinator Jobs

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12582 West Millennium Drive, Los Angeles, California
Category
IMAX Entertainment
Position Type
Temporary
About IMAX
With over 50 years of history as a global innovator in entertainment technology, our employees and their careers have constantly gone beyond the ordinary at IMAX. We combine proprietary technology with industry-leading knowledge and relationships with top studios and filmmakers to create theatrical experiences that take audiences beyond the edge of their seats to a world they never imagined. IMAX has revolutionized the way people experience movies and continues to push the boundaries of entertainment experiences beyond blockbusters and into exciting new directions.
Come explore IMAX – where innovation, creativity and passion come together. Get inspired, get involved, and ignite your future with IMAX!
/Requirements
Salary: Expected base pay rate for this role will be $20.00-$25.00 USD per hour at the commencement of employment.
However, if hired, base pay will be determined on an individualized basis (pay rates may vary) and is only one part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include discretionary bonuses and other IMAX sponsored benefit programs.
About The Role
The Coordinator, Documentaries will report directly to the department head and assist in the management of the IMAX Documentaries department and its current slate. You will support multiple projects across different developmental stages and alleviate the administrative work for the Head of Documentaries. In this position, you will be responsible for managing calendars and liaising with filmmakers, producers, directors and the studio network. For this role, you must be able to problem solve, multi-task and represent the department with a professional and organized demeanor. Previous administrative experience in supporting an executive is an asset.
What You'll Do

• Lead as the key documentary department point of contact and support networking events such as premieres and conventions
• Organize all departmental resources and files in a way that can be easily accessed or distributed
• Answer phone calls, organize calendars, take notes, track email chains, arrange lunch meetings or screenings, and coordinate travel arrangements
• Assist in budgeting for the documentary department, track departmental expenses and submit invoices
• Aid the inner IMAX network (i.e., the marketing, publicity, tech, and distribution teams) to project completion
• Manage key internal and external relations, maintain updated contact information, and respond to partners in a professional and timely manner
• Track and adjust internal workflow to connect departments and ensure project delivery is on schedule
• Initiate new projects and ideas for the benefit of the department, and stay up to date on industry news
• Create presentations and decks for internal and external partners
• Support the Head of Documentaries and perform administrative tasks for the department

What You'll Need

• Proficient in all MS office applications, Keynote, PowerPoint
• Must be available to work overtime or outside of typical 9-5 as required
• Previous experience in a Coordinator or Assistant role supporting an Executive
• Ability to speak multiple languages would be an asset
• Post-secondary degree/diploma or equivalent in Film Production/Business Administration

Nice to Have

• Team player with excellent communication skills; able to interact professionally with members of the organization as well as our external clients
• Project management skills; excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize
• Time management skills with the ability to handle multiple demands and competing priorities, and promptly respond to requests
• Interest or background in documentary and non-fiction media

Our Commitment To You
At IMAX, you will be part of a culture built on respect – we are committed to creating a welcoming and diverse atmosphere across our organization.
For consideration, please apply online. We thank all applicants for their interest in IMAX but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Tracking Code
1782