Role OverviewThe Festival Coordinator, Events is charged with assisting the Festival Associate Managers, Events with the planning and operational execution of assigned events during the Sundance Film Festival. This temporary position works full-time (40 hours per week) from Wednesday, October 14, 2026 to Friday, February 26, 2027. The role supports the Festival Associate Managers, Events and Sundance Institute’s commitment to providing a successful and positive in-person Festival experience for all artists and patrons.
What You Will Do
Coordinating and implementing logistical needs for assigned events, building and editing event invitations, assisting event hosts with guest list curation, and monitoring expenses for assigned events.
Why It Might Be a Fit
You will be successful in this role if you show initiative and jump in quickly to support the team and proactively assist in the planning of events, stay adaptable to changing circumstances, and collaborate daily with the Events team and external departments.
Requirements
- Legal authorization to work in the United States
- 1–2 years of experience coordinating or assisting with events
- Outstanding verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Strong customer support skills
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask
- Ability to maintain confidential information
- Working knowledge of Airtable, Google Workspace, and familiarity with online events using Zoom Webinar or an equivalent platform
Benefits
- Paid sick leave and Institute holidays
- Employee assistance program
- Employee Wellness Initiatives
- Sundance Film Festival passes and benefits (varies each year)
- Hourly pay of $22.25
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