Creative Director (Programming and Communications) (Deep River)

ABOUT REFRAME ReFrame Film Festival is a community celebration of documentary film and media art centred on social and environmental justice. We aim to build socially active, engaged community audiences through the curated presentation of documentary film and media art. Based in Nogojiwanong/Peterborough, Ontario, ReFrame is entering its 23rd season of presenting the year’s best documentaries from our community, across Canada and around the world. The annual festival takes place in late January/early February in downtown venues, followed by a virtual program available on-demand across Canada. Throughout the year, ReFrame collaborates with local partners on community screenings and professional development opportunities for the region’s growing filmmaking community. ReFrame is now accepting applications for the position of Creative Director. ReFrame welcomes applicants of all identities and backgrounds and encourages applications from equity-deserving communities, including women, persons with disabilities, racialized persons, Indigenous Peoples, and people of all gender identities and sexual orientations. We are committed to fostering a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment. Accommodation is available throughout all stages of the hiring process. Please let us know in advance if there’s anything you need to support your application. POSITION OVERVIEW ReFrame Film Festival operations are carried out under the direction and supervision of a two-person team, consisting of the Creative Director (CD) and Executive Director (ED). The CD leads the artistic vision, programming, and public-facing communications of ReFrame, working in close collaboration with the ED to ensure both creative excellence and organizational sustainability. The CD is responsible for the artistic vision of ReFrame Film Festival, including film curation, guest and event programming, and the development of a cohesive festival schedule. The role also leads the organization’s communications strategy, including media relations and social media presence. The CD fosters relationships across the arts and culture sector locally and beyond through creative collaborations and partnerships, with a commitment to equity, inclusion, and amplifying diverse voices. This is a salaried, full time, year-round position (average of 35 hours per week), with increased hours during peak festival periods and flexibility at other times of the year. The role requires the ability to manage competing priorities and work within tight timelines. Occasional evening and weekend work is required. The ideal candidate will be based in the Nogojiwanong / Peterborough region, with hybrid or remote work possible. Compensation for this role is $49,000–$55,000 annually, commensurate with experience. This posting is for an existing vacancy. ReFrame does not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants. Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2pcdnm