Festival Editor

Sundance Institute

. Edit, fact-check, and proofread the Festival Program Guide, website content, and additional publications .

Posted 10/14/2026contractUnited StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $22 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong editing and writing skills, with a focus on grammar, usage, and adherence to The Associated Press Stylebook. Capable of managing multiple projects effectively while maintaining confidentiality and collaborating with diverse teams.

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Editing ExperienceWriting SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAirtable Proficiency

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Hard Skills

EditingWritingGrammarProofreadingFact-CheckingDecision-MakingContent GenerationProject ManagementThe Associated Press StylebookDatabase Knowledge

Soft Skills

CommunicationNegotiationCollaborationTactfulnessGraceful Response to Feedback

Tools & Technologies

Google DriveAirtable

Industry Keywords

Festival Program GuideEditorial TeamBoulder, ColoradoFilm SlateOn-Site Support

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SaltStack

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Edit, fact-check, and proofread the Festival Program Guide, website content, and additional publications
Enforce house style to ensure consistency across Festival publications
Collaborate with writers
Assist the Festival Manager, Editing, by providing second reviews
Resolve conflicting opinions and make sound editorial decisions
Work with the Festival Manager, Editing, and the year-round Editorial team on editing-related tasks, on-site or remotely
Write original blog content leading up to the Festival connected to the upcoming film slate
Generate additional written content during the Festival as needed and assigned
Support the in-person elements of the Festival for four roles on-site in Boulder, Colorado; two roles may support remotely

Requirements

What you’ll need

2 years of editing experience
Strong skills in writing, grammar, usage, spelling, and The Associated Press Stylebook
Outstanding communication skills to work effectively with a wide variety of people, including the ability to negotiate edits in a tactful manner and respond gracefully to suggestions, corrections, and feedback
Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects and make decisions in a timely manner to meet deadlines
Working knowledge of databases, including Airtable
Proficiency in Google Drive
Ability to maintain confidential information
Legal authorization to work in the United States
Ability to work extended hours, including some evenings, weekends, and holidays
Ability to work full time (40 hours per week) during the temporary assignment
Roles must be based within a commutable distance to Boulder, CO, Salt Lake City, UT, Los Angeles, CA, or New York, NY

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid sick leave
Institute holidays
Employee assistance program
Employee Wellness Initiatives
Sundance Film Festival passes and benefits (varies each year)