THE ORGANIZATION
Rooftop Films is a non-profit film festival and production collective based in Brooklyn, New York. Founded in 1997, Rooftop Films is a grassroots group that has grown into one of New York's leading film organizations. Above all, we are a community -- a collective collaboration between filmmakers and festivals, between audience members and artists, between venues and neighborhoods. Our goal is to create a vibrant independent filmmaking community that bridges cultural boundaries. At Rooftop Films, we bring the underground outdoors.

Our work includes:
+ Summer Series (festival of new, independent films shown at various outdoor locations)
+ Rooftop Filmmakers' Fund (grants for filmmakers)
+ Rooftop Films Production Collective (collaborations between filmmakers)
+ Tours / Curating (Rooftop at universities, museums, etc. in cities around the world)
+ Equipment Rentals (low-cost production and exhibition for artists and non-profits)
+ Classes (low-cost classes in editing, animation, film sound, screenwriting)
+ Education (collaborations with schools and youth media organizations to teach video)
+ Rooftop Films Discussions (seminars with filmmakers)
+ The Companion Guide to Rooftop Films magazine

THE POSITION - MANAGING DIRECTOR (Full Time)
Rooftop Films has grown tremendously over the last few years, and we are now looking for a Managing Director to take a crucial role in supervising and shaping our organization. The Managing Director will work closely with the artistic staff to oversee the personnel in a variety of departments (design, publicity, technical, fundraising, etc.), maintain the organizational budget, communicate with filmmakers, manage events and after-parties, and help construct the future of our organization. This is a flexible, creative position, employing a variety of skills. This is a full-time position, including working at our Summer events.

We are looking for someone energetic and committed, with great managerial skills, a solid business sense, and the eagerness to be part of Rooftop's future. The person in this position must be flexible, with excellent organizational skills and must be able to work collaboratively with internal staff and external constituencies at all levels. He or she must possess solid writing and verbal communication skills.

Applicants can come from the non-profit or for-profit worlds. Film, art or event experience preferred but not required. Managerial experience is a must. We are seeking someone who can offer at least a two-year commitment to our organization.

Salary commensurate with experience. Health care included.

THE POSITION - EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT (Full Time, 6 months or more)
Rooftop Films has grown tremendously over the last few years, and we are now looking for an Executive Assistant to take a crucial role in managing the organization. The Executive Assistant will work closely with the artistic staff to oversee the personnel in a variety of departments (design, publicity, technical, fundraising, etc.), communicate with filmmakers, manage events and after-parties. This is a flexible, creative position, employing a variety of skills. This is a full-time position, including working at our Summer events, with a six-month commitment and the possibility for advancement.

We are looking for someone energetic and committed, with great managerial skills and the eagerness to be part of Rooftop's future. The person in this position must be flexible, with excellent organizational skills and must be able to work collaboratively with internal staff and external constituencies at all levels. He or she must possess solid writing and verbal communication skills.

Applicants can come from the non-profit or for-profit worlds. Film, art or event experience preferred but not required. Managerial experience is a must.

Salary commensurate with experience. Health care included.

HOW TO APPLY
We recommend you examine our website www.rooftopfilms.com and learn about our organization. Then send a resume, references, and a cover letter to: Mark Rosenberg at jobs@rooftopfilms.com. Applications must be received by Friday, April 13.
NO PHONE CALLS OR FOLLOW UP EMAILS PLEASE.

Your cover letter should explain why you want this job, what you think you bring to the job, and what your vision for the job is. Receipt of applications will be acknowledged via email. Interviews will be conducted in mid-April, and the position will begin immediately. Not all applicants will receive interviews.

Rooftop Films is an equal opportunity employer, and strongly encourages women and people of color to apply.