Fresh Film inspires, nurtures, and celebrates the next generation of filmmakers. Each year, we present the Fresh International Film Festival and Ireland’s Young Filmmaker of the Year Awards, alongside year-round programmes supporting young creatives to develop their skills and share their films with audiences.
We are currently seeking an experienced, motivated, and organized Festival Coordinator to join our small team.
Role Overview
Working closely with the Artistic Director and Company Manager, the Festival Coordinator will support the planning and delivery of the 2027 festival, including regional screenings, workshops, and awards shows.
Position: Festival Coordinator (Full-Time, Fixed-Term)
Dates: 18 January – 23 April 2027
Hours: 40 hours per week (normally over five days, with some evening and weekend work required during the festival period)
Salary: €10,500 for the fixed-term contract
Location: Fresh Film office, 1 John’s Square, Limerick (Hybrid model: 3 days in office, 2 days remote, plus attendance at festival venues and events)
Key Responsibilities
Festival & Awards Delivery: Support the planning and execution of the Fresh International Film Festival and Ireland’s Young Filmmaker of the Year Awards.
Submissions & Administrative Management: Manage submissions through FilmFreeway, handle filmmaker enquiries, and maintain accurate records and organized files in Google Drive.
Screenings & Technical Coordination: Coordinate regional screening schedules, communications, venue arrangements, and manage screening file collection with the technical team.
Workshops & Education Outreach: Organise festival workshops with facilitators and liaise with schools, colleges, and community groups to coordinate event bookings.
Jury & Awards Support: Invite and coordinate jurors, prepare jury information packs, confirm Junior Awards presenters, and coordinate prizes.
Publications & Event Logistics: Gather content for the festival brochure with the designer, liaise with venue technical teams, and recruit, brief, and coordinate festival volunteers.
Reporting & Handover: Maintain schedules and correspondence, contribute to festival evaluation, and prepare end-of-contract handover notes.
Person Specification
Essential
Experience in event coordination, festival delivery, or arts administration.
Strong organizational and administrative skills with sharp attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and work both independently and collaboratively within a small team.
Confidence using spreadsheets, Google Drive, and digital administration tools.
Passion for film and supporting young creatives.
Desirable
Experience working with schools, young people, or volunteers.
Experience in audience development and outreach.
Familiarity with FilmFreeway or similar submission platforms.
Knowledge of film festivals, film education, or the wider arts sector.
A full, clean driving licence.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit the following documents to Laura[@]freshfilm.ie using the subject line “Festival Coordinator Application – [Your Name]”:
A CV (maximum 2 pages) outlining your relevant experience.
A short cover letter explaining how you meet the person specification and what you would bring to the role.
Contact details for two referees (referees will only be contacted with your prior permission).
Application Deadline: Friday, 13 November 2026 at 4:00 PM
Interviews: Expected to take place in late November 2026
Start Date: 18 January 2027
Fresh Film is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion across all aspects of our work. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, particularly those underrepresented in the arts and film sectors.
Fresh International Film Festival: Fostering Ireland’s Next Generation of Filmmakers
The Fresh International Film Festival and Ireland’s Young Filmmaker of the Year Awards are dedicated to nurturing the next generation of Irish film talent. By providing young people with practical experience in filmmaking and collaborative production, we aim to inspire future careers in the screen industries.
Our mission to empower emerging talent is made possible through the vital support and investment of our partners: the Arts Council of Ireland, RTÉ, Screen Ireland, Omniplex Cinema Group, Limerick City and County Council, Coimisiún na Meán, Limerick & Clare Education & Training Board, Screen Producers Ireland, The Radharc Trust, Animation Ireland, Bow Street Academy, IFCO, and RTÉ Supporting the Arts. Their commitment is essential to the growth and sustainability of a vibrant Irish film and television sector.
