Description:
Job Title: Programming Coordinator, Adelaide Film Festival
Job Type:
This role is offered as a 12-month contract starting March 2026 with the possibility of extension.
Location:
Adelaide, Australia
Job Description:
Working with Adelaide Film Festival programming team, the Coordinator provides administrative support to the Head of Programming and Industry in the coordination of a range of screening and industry programs for Adelaide Film Festival. The primary focus of the role is to coordinate the development and delivery of the screening and industry program by providing wide ranging administrative duties including database and media asset management and the coordination and scheduling of guests, speakers and stakeholders. The role involves assistance in film, speaker and guest research.
Key Responsibilities:
• Responsible for the coordination of AFF’s database as it relates to the programming department in regard to inputting of all films, events and guests with a high level of accuracy & timeliness, and producing reports as required.
• Responsible for AFF’s submission process for both the main program and AFF Youth including
managing the submission panels.
• Coordinating the AFF screening program’s media assets (feature films, shorts and multimedia) including ensuring screen files are sourced from distributors and filmmakers and that they are delivered to our media logistics company. Work with the Screening, Traffic & Programming Coordinator to ensure all files arrive in a timely fashion to be tested prior to screenings.
• Providing timely co-ordination of information (including sourcing stills, trailers and media kits) for the production, marketing, sponsorship, publicity and publication (print & web) requirements.
• Supervising programming team interns including AFF Youth and assisting with the coordination of the AFF Youth Jury.
• Assisting with the coordination of the screening program, lab & other events’ special guests, artists, program contributors and speakers engaged across the program. Working with the Guest Services Team to ensure the effective development, preparation and management of itineraries and schedules for artists, guests, board members and other stakeholders.
• Assisting to raise purchase orders and payment approvals with an emphasis on timeliness, accuracy and budgets.
• As directed, provide assistance to the Head of Programming and Industry with all aspects of
programmings research.
• At the conclusion of the event, providing a written report on the roles undertaken with any
recommendations for future festivals.
• Other duties as required.
Key Requirements:
Technical
• Knowledge of cinema history and screen business.
• Knowledge of and experience working in film industry (local, national and international).
• High level written and oral communication skills.
• Advanced computing skills; understanding of computer concepts particularly in relation to database management.
Personal
• Passionate about the delivery of successful, impactful events that can change lives, touch hearts, build community engagement and entertain.
• Personal qualities of energy, initiative, commitment to teamwork and collaboration and respect for others.
• Demonstrates judgment, to make sound decisions based on business needs, acting to ensure results meet organisational expectations and measures.
• Positive, energetic team member.
How to Apply:
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to careers@adelaidefilmfestival.org. Applications will close COB 19 February 2026
About Adelaide Film Festival
Adelaide Film Festival (AFF) is South Australia’s premier screen event. Internationally acclaimed, AFF is a home for courageous storytellers and is embraced by industry and audiences. Established in 2003, the festival is agile and edgy, responsive to a rapidly changing and dynamic cultural landscape. AFF celebrates and explores Australian and international screen culture with a unique program of screenings, forums, and special events in the flagship festival each October, complemented by an array of year-round programs.