Film Curator, Programmer

JCC Greater Boston

. Contribute to Boston Jewish Film’s artistic vision, research, and film evaluation .

Posted 10/17/2026part-timeNewton • Massachusetts • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $42,500 - $46,875 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in film programming and curation, with a strong focus on community engagement and educational initiatives. Possesses exceptional communication and organizational skills to effectively manage relationships with filmmakers, distributors, and cultural organizations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Film ProgrammingCurationCommunity EngagementProject ManagementCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Film EvaluationResearchScreeningProgram DevelopmentFilm Description Writing

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsActive ListeningMultitaskingAdaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in FilmBachelor’s Degree in Cinema StudiesBachelor’s Degree in Arts AdministrationBachelor’s Degree in Jewish StudiesBachelor’s Degree in Communications

Industry Keywords

Film FestivalsFilmmakersDistributorsCultural OrganizationsJewish CinemaIsraeli CinemaInternational CinemaAudience EngagementEducational ComponentsArts Administration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contribute to Boston Jewish Film’s artistic vision, research, and film evaluation
Develop relationships with filmmakers, distributors, sales agents, festivals, and film industry partners
Curate the full experience surrounding screenings, including filmmaker conversations, speakers, panels, performances, educational components, and audience engagement opportunities
Program annual festivals, film series, and year-round screenings
Curate wrap-around programming for individual screenings
Research, screen, evaluate, and recommend films for BJFF, The Israeli Film Series, and selected year-round programs
Help shape artistic vision, themes, and programming
Identify and recommend filmmakers, scholars, artists, educators, community leaders, and subject-matter experts
Build relationships with filmmakers, producers, distributors, archivists, critics, and 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 on cross-disciplinary and audience engagement opportunities
Contribute film descriptions, curatorial notes, speaker information, and other program materials
Introduce films and moderate discussions as appropriate
Attend selected screenings and festival events, including evenings and weekends
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Film, Cinema Studies, Arts Administration, Jewish Studies, Communications, or a related field preferred
5+ years of experience in film programming, curation, festival programming, arts administration, or a related field
Experience working with filmmakers, distributors, artists, speakers, or community partners preferred
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted at the JCC’s discretion
Strong knowledge of contemporary film
Familiarity with Jewish, Israeli, and/or international cinema highly preferred
Ability to identify compelling films and develop creative programming around them
Superb communication, writing, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Strong interest in connecting film with education, culture, and community engagement
Outstanding project management and organizational skills
Ability to manage deadlines with attention to detail and maintain high quality standards
Ability to multitask and manage situations effectively and diplomatically
Ability to adapt to evolving needs and circumstances
Superb interpersonal and active listening skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with varied stakeholders
Hybrid work with visibility and in-person presence for key team meetings and other events
Ability to work evenings and weekends periodically, including during film festivals

Benefits

Comp & perks

Free individual membership to JCC Greater Boston’s fitness, recreation and wellness facility in Newton
Use of the Fitness Center at Leventhal-Sidman
Access to group fitness classes
Arts and Culture adult programming at member rates
Discounts on JCCGB fitness/wellness programs and services
Free wellness events
Supportive colleagues and team camaraderie
Individual autonomy
Mission-driven, values-driven, family-centric work environment
Career opportunities within JCC Greater Boston