Job Opportunities

Program Events Coordinator

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Part-time, non-exempt, no benefits (except sick time) starting February 2026 though June 2026

JOB LOCATION: San Francisco

TIME COMMITMENT: Estimated 25-30 hours per week; May be asked to work some weekends or evenings, during CAAM organized events

SALARY: $25 per hour

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Program Events Coordinator will be responsible for supporting and managing CAAM’s talent development and special projects activities that include: CAAM Filmmaker Summit and other filmmaker events during CAAMFest.

CAAMFest: CAAM presents CAAMFest (formerly the San Francisco International Asian American Film Festival) in May, the world’s largest showcase for new Asian American and Asian film, food and music programs, annually presenting over 100 works in San Francisco. CAAMFest 2026 will run May 7-10.

Filmmaker Summit at CAAMFest: Filmmaker Summit at CAAMFest features industry and community conversations that lean into the power of storytelling. Every year we convene an intergenerational cross section of filmmakers, mentors, fellows and industry leaders to uplift storytelling practices and support one another in a shifting media and cultural landscape. 

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

• Support the development, management and execution of the Talent Development Programs 2026 programs primarily Filmmaker Summit and Industry hub during CAAMFest 2026
• Help curate and coordinate Filmmaker Summit programming during CAAMFest 2026 with Talent Development and Special Projects Director. Events may include panels with filmmakers or film industry professionals; masterclasses, and others.
• Research & Coordinate with CAAMFest team on technology needs for the Filmmaker Summit and Industry hub events at CAAMFest 2026
• Ensure that all programs run smoothly on both the design and technical side of Filmmaker Summit & Industry Hub events
• Work with CAAMFest’s design team and provided festival media assets for Filmmaker Summit  & Industry Hub invites and marketing collateral
• Co-manage the agenda,show flow, production plan for the Filmmaker Summit  & Industry Hub events
• Strategize design and format to promote additional CAAM supported films, filmmakers in Media Fund, CAAM Fellowship and for Broadcast during CAAMFest 2026
• Participate in any meetings with CAAM team in relation to programs as necessary

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Must have strong design skills Must be technologically proficient in supporting hybrid, virtual and in-person gatheringsMust have strong writing and editing skills Must have strong communications skills Experience with planning and producing small to medium size in-person and  virtual eventsPrior experience desired with Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Canva Google Workspace, FileMaker, Zoom and StreamYard, among othersCommitment to collaborative, team-driven workA desire to work with filmmakers in support of their work and careersA genuine passion for and excitement about CAAM’s mission, and a culture defined by community, diversity and collaboration

REMOTE WORK ACCOMMODATION

In-person attendance (in and around the San Francisco Bay Area) at designated office meetings, program events, and other functions is required.  Remote work may also be assigned as needed, and employee is required to maintain a suitable and safe personal workspace when so assigned.

TO APPLY: Send resume and cover letter to: jobs@caamedia.org

ABOUT CAAM: CAAM is a media non-profit organization dedicated to presenting stories that convey the richness and diversity of Asian American experiences to the broadest audience possible. We do this by funding, producing, distributing and exhibiting works in film, television and digital media. CAAM is an equal opportunity employer. For more information, visit CAAMedia.org