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Marketing & Social Media Coordinator – Part-time Contractor (Winnipeg-based)

Position Overview
Join the dynamic team of the FascinAsian Film Festival as our Marketing & Social Media Coordinator for the Winnipeg edition. Reporting directly to the Winnipeg Festival Co-Directors, and working with the National Marketing Lead, this contract role plays a pivotal role in promoting Asian cinema to local audiences through strategic marketing, social media engagement, media relations, and administrative support for sponsors and partners. Help amplify diverse stories during our May 2026 festival (dates TBA).

Key Responsibilities:

Pre-Festival (February–April 2026):

– Develop and execute comprehensive marketing strategy with Marketing Committee and National Marketing Lead guidance.

– Manage all social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn, TikTok): content creation, contests, giveaways, and audience engagement.

– Create and manage email campaigns, newsletters via Mailchimp, and daily festival updates.

– Write press releases, pitch media outlets, secure earned media (radio/TV interviews, articles), and manage media sponsors/partners.

– Coordinate postering, program production, print/online advertising, promotional materials, and pre-screening video with proper sponsor recognition.

– Assist with sponsorship proposals and ensure all funder/sponsor marketing requirements are met.

Festival Time (May 2026):

– Live social media coverage and audience engagement across all platforms.

– Manage photographer/videographer and marketing volunteers.

– Send daily morning emails to subscribers with event schedules.

– Coordinate sponsor signage, banners, and on-site recognition.

Post-Festival (May–June 2026):

– Working with the Co-Directors, create and send post-festival surveys to attendees, volunteers, and participating filmmakers.

– Collect data on social engagement, email metrics, press coverage, website traffic, and surveys.

– Create thank-you posts, award announcements, and final social/email content.

– Prepare and present comprehensive final marketing report (strengths, weaknesses, recommendations) at June Winnipeg Team Meeting.

– Assisting the Co-Directors with any additional tasks (within reason) as needed.

Contract Terms

Start Date: February 2, 2026

End Date: June 30, 2026 (including June Team Meeting)

Total Term: Part-time – 20 weeks (with flexibility)

Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba (remote-friendly with festival attendance required)

Who We’re Looking For
Passionate about film, Asian culture, and digital storytelling? Skilled in content creation, analytics, and community building? This is your chance to make an impact with a beloved Winnipeg cultural event.

Apply Now
Submit your resume, portfolio/link to social media work, and cover letter to info@fascinasian.ca. Applications reviewed on rolling basis. Last day: January 23, 2026.