Job Vacancy: Short Film Programmer

Job Title: Short Film Programmer

Location: Galway, Ireland

Job Type: Full time Fixed-Term Contract from approx. April – August 2025

About the Galway Film Fleadh:

The Galway Film Fleadh is Ireland’s leading film festival, celebrating the best in Irish and international cinema. With a reputation for championing emerging talent and fostering an inclusive, vibrant film community, the Fleadh is a vital platform for filmmakers to showcase their work to industry professionals and audiences alike.

Job Overview: 

We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable  Short Film Programmer  to curate and coordinate our short film selection for the upcoming Galway Film Fleadh. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for emerging talent, a deep understanding and passion of short films with 3+ years of experience in film curation or festival programming.

Key Responsibilities:

• Curate the short film programme, ensuring a diverse and high-quality selection of Irish and International shorts.
• Review and assess short film submissions based on artistic merit, storytelling, technical execution, and audience engagement.
• Coordinate programming logistics, including short film screeners, scheduling, film formats, and liaising with copy editor, projection and technical teams.
• Liaise with filmmakers, distributors, and industry stakeholders to secure rights and permissions for selected films.
• Work with the Director of Programming, short film team and wider Fleadh team to ensure a cohesive and dynamic festival line-up.
• Where needed, assist in panel discussions, introductions, Q&As, and networking events to foster filmmaker engagement.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to promote the short film programme through press, social media, and festival communications.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Over three years’ experience in film festival programming, short film curation, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge and passion for Irish and International Short Film
• Deep understanding of industry trends, the Irish film landscape and festival circuit.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage their own time and multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to learn and work as part of a team.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable:

• A passion for support and work with new and emerging filmmakers.
• Familiarity with film submission platforms (e.g., FilmFreeway, Eventival).
• Experience working with international filmmakers, distributors and film organisations.
• Previous experience hosting or moderating industry discussions.
• Experience working with exhibition and project teams in a festival or cinema setting.

How to Apply: 

Deadline for Applications:  [14th March 5:00PM GMT ]

Applications are Now Closed