Marketing Project Manager, Marketing & Publicity
Department: Marketing & Communications
Reports to: Director, Marketing & Publicity
JOB SUMMARY: ITVS is looking for a marketing project manager to manage marketing campaign strategy and execution — from creative brief to launch! This role is for a fully proficient, seasoned marketer who can work independently, develop, execute, and evaluate marketing strategies and plans. The candidate will be leading marketing strategy and execution for our Emmy® Award-winning series Independent Lens as well as some ITVS funded films. Applicant must have a strong in-depth knowledge of media landscape and marketing trends.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work closely with the director of marketing and publicity to develop strategic solutions that meet marketing campaign objectives while supporting ITVS programming initiatives
- Manage creative and go-to market strategies for on and off-air campaigns, radio, and print
- Take on a range of projects related to consumer marketing including season launch planning, tracking, and management
- Manage all aspects of consumer marketing campaigns and promotional development to build audience awareness, viewership, and reinforce core brand attributes
- Act as liaison for Independent Lens publicists
- Devise and implement campaign strategies and project timelines working within AtTask project management software
- Prepare narrative and data reports on marketing strategy outcomes as requested by the executive team
- Apply ITVS values to marketing and communications department culture
- Mentor and provide learning opportunities for department staff
REQUIREMENTS:
- College degree, combined with 3-5+ years of marketing/advertising work experience in one of the following areas: broadcast or cable network, public media, marketing, advertising agency, or brand management
- Established expertise with marketing concepts, creative development processes (creative brief, working with creative directors, media buying and planning)
- Project management skills with experience in project management software
- Strong ability to derive creative strategies, review creative concepts, and provide detailed follow-through on campaigns
- Direct experience in the consumer discipline, consumer promotion, and entertainment industry
- Knowledge of public media system
- Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
- Social media acumen a must
ITVS is an equal opportunity employer.
Women and people of color are encouraged to apply.
TO APPLY: Please e-mail resume and cover letter to itvs@itvs.org with MARKETING PROJECT MANAGER/YOUR NAME in the subject line. Must have the legal right to work in the United States. Please do not contact hiring manager directly.
Programming Manager, Programming/Production Department
Reports to: Managing Director
JOB SUMMARY: The programming manager is responsible for sourcing content for ITVS’s standing funding initiatives with a particular focus on the LINCS initiative. This position is also responsible for the successful management of a portfolio of broadcast programs and transmedia projects including their delivery for distribution. The manager is the primary contact for applicants, producers, and evaluators and must effectively express ITVS’s goals and commitment to support content that enriches our culture and reflects the interests of a diverse society.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Understand the scope and purpose of ITVS's funding strategy and maximize the potential contribution of ITVS's content initiatives
- Develop a strategy and blueprint for sourcing content aligned with ITVS funding goals, working closely with programming and production senior leadership
- Cultivate and nurture relationships with prospective applicants, providing support and guidance on initiative guidelines, budgets, and project proposals
- Manage production feasibility, vetting, and feedback of broadcast and transmedia projects
- Inform and ensure excellent production delivery standards across initiatives, including contracting, budgeting, and producer relations
- Represent ITVS in select field relations and outreach activities including attending domestic film festivals and participating in funding panels and pitching sessions
- Maintain strong collaboration and communication with the programming and production teams to support and maintain funding initiative practices and policies
- Collect, analyze, and provide initiative report metrics for the department
- Maintain positive internal and external communications and relationships that strengthen ITVS culture of integrity and teamwork
- Other responsibilities as assigned
REQUIREMENTS:
- Five years or more experience in independent documentary production or programming
- Experience evaluating film/television/cross media programming and providing critical feedback
- Experience participating in pitch sessions and industry panels
- Experience in managing production budgets and contracts
- Experience in project management in a fast-paced environment
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational and administrative skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment providing creative input
- Close attention to detail
- Mac proficient; familiarity with Word, Excel; FileMaker Pro
- BA degree or equivalent experience desirable
ITVS is an equal opportunity employer.
Women and people of color are encouraged to apply.
TO APPLY: Please e-mail resume and cover letter to itvs@itvs.org with Programming Manager/NAME in the subject line.
Independent Contractor for Diverse Muslim Voices
Term: 80 hours/month, approximately 8 months
Department: Broadcast & Distribution
Reports to: Managing Director of Distribution and Content Management
JOB SUMMARY: ITVS is seeking an independent contractor to develop strategies and implement activities for ITVS’s Diverse Muslim Voices initiative. A project of ITVS, the Diverse Muslim Voices initiative employs live events, online social screenings, and educational programs to raise U.S. public awareness and understanding of the diversity of Muslim societies and cultures.
The individual will help design and implement a series of activities to bring together diverse partnerships and communities to learn, discuss, and become involved. The individual will work with filmmakers, partner organizations, and other stakeholders.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Produce 2 to 3 on-the-ground screening events in cities within the United States. Two of the screenings will be in partnership with the International Museum of Women, utilizing its Muslima online exhibit, artists, and content. Responsibilities include securing venue, building local and regional partnerships, developing and executing promotional strategies, and overall event production.
- Design and execute 4 online engagement events, from pre-production interviews to post-production debriefings, in service of internal and external partners
- Organize 2-3 conference meetings with the Diverse Muslim Voices Steering Committee and provide administrative support including call logistics, meeting prep, and minutes distribution.
- Familiarity with all content that is part of the Diverse Muslim Voices catalogue, and providing suggestions on additional activities/partnerships that support the project
- Work with ITVS Thematic Campaign Manager on developing and maintaining a calendar of events for Diverse Muslim Voices.
- Collaborate with ITVS Staff and/or National Engagement Coordinators as appropriate in partnering with public television stations, public/private media organizations, and NGOs as appropriate for on-the-ground and online social screening events
- Provide monthly progress reports on activities, events, and partner conversations
- Provide general support and information to other key staff working on Diverse Muslim Voices
REQUIREMENTS:
- 2-3 years experience with event production and promotion
- Minimum of three years experience in community organizing, outreach, and education
- Experience with community-based organizing, with a focus on building partnerships and implementing outreach and engagement activities
- Knowledge of/work with Muslim communities or organizations
ITVS is an equal opportunity employer.
Women and people of color are encouraged to apply.
TO APPLY: Please e-mail resume and cover letter to itvs@itvs.org with Diverse Muslim Voices Independent Contractor/YOUR NAME in the subject line. No calls please.
Spring/Fall, Summer Semester Internship (college credit or unpaid)
Term: Full-time (8-10 weeks); at least 15 hours/week
Reports to: Department Manager
JOB SUMMARY: ITVS is seeking interns to support activities in the programming, production, communications, and business affairs departments. In addition to gaining hands-on work experiences, the interns will attend organizational and community engagement events, view producer rough cuts, and participate in staff activities. The interns will observe how programs are evaluated, managed, and distributed to reach the widest audience. The ideal student intern is passionate about documentaries, marketing engagement, outreach, social media technology trends, and other facets of public television and media. Based on the interests of the student, the intern will be assigned to a specific department.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Support the program proposal process (Programming)
- Help with outreach and community engagement events (Communications)
- Draft web content, blog entries, and social media postings (Communications)
- Compile and edit video footage from event organizers for publishing on ITVS YouTube and blog platforms (Communications)
- Support the execution of marketing projects and campaigns (Marketing)
- Assist with the compilation of quarterly department metrics (Marketing)
- Measure the reach and efforts of ITVS’s various social networking platforms and offer suggestions on how to increase impact (Marketing)
- Strategize and execute social media campaigns to drive tune-in and increase engagement around the weekly Independent Lens broadcast (Marketing)
- Electronic research of copyrights and intellectual property matters (Business Affairs)
- Assist in organizing files, media, and updating electronic information (All departments)
- Provide support as needed (All departments)
REQUIREMENTS:
- Enrolled in school with a focus on film, broadcasting, sociology, public policy, or marketing
- Detailed, organized, curious, and self-directed
- Computer, software, and social media skills as they relate to job responsibilities
- Eager to learn and contribute to a nonprofit media organization
ITVS is an equal opportunity employer.
Please e-mail resume, cover letter to itvs@itvs.org with INTERN/YOUR NAME in the subject line.
