Festival Manager, Accessibility

Sundance Institute

. Manage the creation and operational implementation of all accessibility accommodations for Festival guests .

Posted 9/17/2026contractBoulder • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $1,111 - $1,352 per weekWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing accessibility accommodations and leading diverse teams, with a strong focus on communication, organizational skills, and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Proven ability to train staff and volunteers while effectively managing relationships with service providers and vendors.

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Accessibility ManagementTeam LeadershipAmericans With Disabilities Act (ADA)Organizational SkillsVendor Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Accessibility AccommodationsEvent Accessibility CoordinationAmerican Sign Language (ASL)Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART)Operational Budget ManagementInvoice ProcessingProgrammatic Barrier AssessmentConflict De-escalationOnboardingScheduling

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsCoachingInterpersonal SkillsProblem SolvingPrioritization

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

DiversityEquityInclusionBelongingLive Events

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the creation and operational implementation of all accessibility accommodations for Festival guests
Lead the frontline Accessibility team of contractors, staff, and volunteers, including scheduling, role implementation, onboarding, and coaching
Train and supervise the Festival Coordinator handling accessibility requests, inquiries, concerns, and feedback through the hotline and email
Coach staff, volunteers, and service providers on Institute standards, expectations, and best practices for live events
Serve as primary point of contact for Festival partners, providing guidance, reference materials, and introductions to local service providers
Build structure and scope around communication services
Manage relationships with ASL and CART vendors, including rate negotiation
Support operational budget management, expense balancing, and invoice processing
De-escalate interpersonal conflicts and address unexpected accommodation breakdowns at official Festival venues in real time
Assess programmatic barriers and create department-specific operating procedures
Complete a comprehensive wrap report reviewing improvement areas and successful practices
Work with the Manager, Accessibility on various accessibility projects as directed

Requirements

What you’ll need

3 years of experience in diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging or transferable
Understanding of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and event accessibility
Communication skills required to work effectively with a variety of people and communication styles
Experience working with people with disabilities, coordinating American Sign Language/Communication Access Realtime Translation vendors, and implementing environmental accommodations is preferred
Strong organizational skills including the ability to manage and prioritize to meet simultaneous deadlines
Valid driver's license and successful completion of MVR background check
Legal authorization to work in the United States
Ability to work full time (40 hours per week) from Monday, October 26, 2026 to Friday, February 12, 2027
Ability to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends, and respond to on-call needs as assigned

Benefits

Comp & perks

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