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Manager of Film Programs

Education & Public Programs

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Assistant Vice President of Public Programs, Film, Music, and Gallery Learning, the Manager of Film Programs leads the comprehensive planning, development, management, and execution of LACMA's film programs - on-site, off-site, and virtual. The role oversees project timelines, budgets, marketing, audience development, and evaluation. The Manager of Film Programs collaborates across internal departments and with external partners to develop innovative, mission-aligned programming that engages diverse audiences and advances institutional goals, and is accountable for program outcomes, revenue targets, and active participation in departmental planning and cross-functional initiatives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Development and Curation

• Leads the research, development, and execution of all film programs - screenings, artist conversations, panel discussions, performances, workshops, lectures, and related public initiatives - in alignment with LACMA exhibitions, departmental themes, and institutional priorities

• Collaborates with artists, distributors, archives, and cultural organizations

• Collaborates with Public Programs, Music, and other Education team members to produce a coherent program schedule for diverse audiences

Project and Operations Management

• Develops and manage comprehensive project plans for multiple concurrent programs with defined timelines, milestones, deliverables, and success metrics; proactively identify and address potential delays

• Facilitates all logistics for on-site, off-site, and virtual programs including licensing, talent, venue, assets, event copy, listings, and contracts

• Maintains ongoing communication with Audio Visual, Security, Facilities, and Visitor Services to ensure high production value

• Creates and maintain program documentation, SOPs, vendor relationships, contracts, billing, and payments

Budget and Revenue Management

• Manages program budgets of $450,000+, including forecasting, allocation, and expense control

• Tracks and reconcile budgets monthly; prepare financial reports and variance analyses for supervisor and Finance

• Negotiates contracts within approved budget parameters

• Collaborates with Development on funding strategies, sponsorships, and grant budgets

• Manages revenue projections and lead ticketing strategies to meet annual revenue goals

Aspect Ratio Program Management

• Oversees all aspects of Aspect Ratio, LACMA's free community filmmaking program serving residents of South Los Angeles, including managing program planning, curriculum development, scheduling, and community outreach

• Recruits, onboard, and supervise teaching artists, staff, fellows, and interns, providing clear direction, feedback, and professional development

• Oversees student film production and coordinate works-in-progress and final showcase screenings in the community and at LACMA

Supervision and Team Leadership

• Supervises a part-time pool of 4-6 staff, teaching artists, interns, and fellows across all film programs

• Leads onboarding, training, and ongoing professional development for all supervised staff

• Conducts regular check-ins, provide timely performance feedback, and participate in formal evaluations

Benefits:

• The expected salary range for this Los Angeles, CA-based position is $68,000 - $72,000, subject to change, and the position is eligible for LACMA’s comprehensive benefits package, including a pension plan.

• LACMA is committed to providing its employees with valuable and competitive benefits as a core part of a strong overall employee experience.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in film, media, art history, art education, museum studies, or a related field preferred, with a combination of relevant education, training, and experience considered

• Minimum 5 years of experience in film curation, programming, or arts administration in a museum, cinematheque, festival, or comparable institution

• Demonstrated experience managing budgets of $450,000+

• Strong project management skills, including proficiency with project management tools

• Knowledge of the film distribution landscape, licensing requirements, and exhibition formats

• Experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects

• Excellent organizational, written, and oral communication skills; strong relationship-building skills

• Experience working with community-based, youth, or education programs, particularly in under-resourced communities, is a plus.