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Tubi

Manager, Content Merchandising

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

$78K - $111K/yr

This role blends creative curation with operational discipline, data-driven insights, and cross ... Passionate fan of TV and film with broad taste across genres and audiences. #LI-SY1 #LI-Hybrid ...

Warner Brothers

Your New Role We have multiple Film & TVContent Strategy internship opportunities available. By ... Support the team with the creation of curation materials for original programming planning * Manage ...

Splacer

Enterprise Sales Associate

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$15.25 - $20.75/hr

... shoots and film shoots. The Sales associate is responsible for generating original leads and ... curating proposed spaces to fit the need, doing site visits, and booking of the event. * The Sales ...

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How much do film curator jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for film curator in the United States is $72,627.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $94,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a film curator?

To thrive as a Film Curator, you need a strong background in film history, critical analysis, research, and often a relevant degree in film studies or a related field. Familiarity with digital cataloging tools, archival management systems, and exhibition software is important, and certifications in archival science can be advantageous. Excellent communication, organizational, and networking skills help you build compelling programs and foster relationships with filmmakers and institutions. These competencies are vital for successfully selecting, preserving, and presenting films to diverse audiences while advancing an institution's cultural mission.

How much does a film curator make?

The average salary for a film curator ranges from $40,000 to $70,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and the size of the institution. Senior curators or those working at major museums or film festivals can earn higher salaries, often exceeding $80,000. Many film curators also have backgrounds in film studies, art history, or related fields, and may work irregular hours for events and screenings.

What does a film curator do?

A Film Curator selects, organizes, and presents films for festivals, museums, archives, or streaming platforms. They research film history, negotiate rights, and create themed screenings or retrospectives. Their role often involves collaborating with filmmakers, critics, and institutions to ensure diverse and meaningful programming.

How do you become a film curator?

To become a film curator, individuals typically pursue a bachelor's degree in film studies, art history, or a related field, followed by gaining experience through internships or work in film festivals, museums, or archives. Developing strong knowledge of film history, preservation skills, and networking within the industry are also important for advancing in this role.
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Infographic showing various Film Curator job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 7% Internship, 53% Full Time, 33% Part Time, and 7% Temporary. Highlights an 93% In-person, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $72,627 per year, or $34.9 per hour.

Content Programming Specialist (Kanopy)

OverDrive

Cleveland, OH • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Description
Position at OverDrive
This position will require you to be in the Greater Cleveland, OH Area
We are presently in a hybrid schedule, 2 days on campus and 3 days WFH
The Content Programming Specialist's responsibilities include providing key support in the areas of on-platform merchandising and curation. You are responsible for the optimal presentation of metadata sitewide, and for the organization and placement of titles across the platform. You will assist with the strategic execution of consumer-facing content marketing, including the prioritizing and scheduling of new content, and will assist with the management and execution of improvement projects. You will also support the content-related data needs of other teams and track data analytics and performance metrics.
Responsibilities:
  • Assists with the prioritization and scheduling of new titles for publishing on platform.
  • Provides administrative support for the process of identifying marketable titles for the Marketing team.
  • Assists with curation of themed collections.
  • Organizes, tags, and updates content on-platform to enhance merchandising potential and maximize title performance.
  • Researches information on new and existing titles using internet resources such as IMDb and Wikipedia.
  • Becomes familiar with Kanopy audience preferences for both public libraries and academic institutions.
  • Uses provided tools to audit title metadata.
  • Reviews, revises, and imports title metadata as needed for improvement projects.
  • Retrieves performance metrics as requested using provided tools.
  • Participates and takes notes during meetings.
  • Interprets basic performance metrics to identify trends in content performance.
  • Assists in analyzing title performance and user engagement data to inform prioritization and scheduling.
  • Reviews and identifies gaps in documentation.
  • Assists with the content-related data needs of other teams as directed.
  • Assists with development of presentations.
  • Completes assigned tasks on time with a high degree of quality.

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree in related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 0-2 years of related experience (marketing, content programming, etc.).
  • Merchandising, promotions, marketing experience.
  • Basic knowledge of the film, entertainment, library, and digital media industry.
  • Professional and team oriented.
  • Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, proofreading and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately.
  • Ability to juggle demands of fast-paced environment.
  • Curious and inquisitive.
  • Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; emphasis on Excel skills.

What's Next:
As you've probably guessed, OverDrive is a place that values individuality and variety. We don't want you to be like everyone else, we don't even want you to be like us-we want you to be like you! So, if you're interested in joining the OverDrive team, apply below and tell us what inspires you about OverDrive and why you think you are perfect for our team.
OverDrive values diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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