Marketing & Communications Manager

ORGANIZATION:
Out On Screen

DEADLINE:
Feb. 24, 2026

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION:
About Out On Screen
We look for people who share our belief in the power of film and education to improve the lives of 2SLGBTQIA+ people. Take a look at our values (https://outonscreen.com/about/who-we-are/), and if you think we’re aligned, check out our job description below!

WEBSITE:
http://outonscreen.com

JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Marketing and Communications Manager implements marketing and communications plans for the organization with a focus on promoting the Vancouver Queer Film Festival (VQFF) and Out In Schools (OIS).

Reporting
Reports to the Development and Communications Director
Supervises Marketing Coordinator (Seasonal)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Marketing & Communications (70%)
• Manage and implement marketing communications plans, reports, and budgets
• Ensure the tone, voice, and aesthetic of all public-facing Out On Screen materials are on brand
• Write and design print and digital assets, including brochures, flyers, business cards, annual reports, partnership reports, impact reports, etc.
• Collaborate with VQFF and OIS staff on the creation of program-specific branding materials, including newsletters, merchandise, slideshow templates, etc.
• Support media relations efforts, including writing press releases and coordinating the media team
• Maintain, update, and optimize the Out On Screen website experience and content
• Maintain a positive brand reputation and manage public inquiries via social media channels, website, and email
• Lead the strategy and production of key promotional assets for VQFF, including the Festival Guide, Festival Creative, and website
• Engage past and new audience members for VQFF and OIS, with a focus on growing our audience
• Lead the creation of effective digital content, including videos, newsletters, website content, social media, press releases, advertisements
• Plan and activate outreach activities to engage participants in VQFF programming
• Write and proofread marketing copy for films, events, and advertisements
• Manage and grow advertising sales with external partners

Management (20%)
• Collaborate with the Development and Communications Director, Programming, and other departments to plan and manage marketing activities
• Measure and monitor the success of marketing and communications initiatives using ticket sales data, campaign performance metrics, and analytics
• Support and supervise the seasonal Marketing Coordinator and marketing volunteers
• Manage marketing and communications projects such as advertising and media campaigns, print production, brand assets, and advertising sales
• Manage and collaborate with key external contacts, including designers, web developers, photographers, publicists, and media teams
• Ensure all marketing communications materials follow accessibility best practices and are developed using an anti-oppression framework

Development (10%)
• Build and maintain relationships with new and existing community partners
• Create the annual partnerships report
• Prepare, present, and fulfill sponsorship benefits
• Maintain and expand media relationships, including in-kind media sponsors
• Prepare donor- and sponsor-related communications, including email fundraising campaigns
• Support donor engagement and fundraising campaigns via digital channels

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
• Strong English-language written and verbal communication skills (additional languages considered an asset)
• Proficiency with marketing and communications tools, including WordPress, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Lightroom, and Illustrator), Meta Ads, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok, Google Ads, Buffer, Mailchimp, and Vimeo
• Proficiency with project management tools, including or similar to ClickUp, Google Suite, and Microsoft Office
• Graphic design and content creation skills
• Knowledge of industry best practices, trends, and user expectations
• Project management skills to meet hard deadlines
• Ability to apply anti-racist, anti-oppressive principles in marketing and communications
• Media analysis skills are an asset, particularly around histories and representations of gender, race, and sexuality

Training and Experience
• 2+ years of marketing and communications experience in a similar role, preferably in the arts sector or a nonprofit setting
• Experience assessing and reporting on marketing communications metrics
• Copywriting experience, ideally in an arts or nonprofit setting
• Management and supervisory experience is an asset
• Experience with accessibility practices in marketing and communications
• Experience reviewing data and reports from websites and social media channels, and making recommendations to optimize content

Out On Screen recognizes the value of lived experience and transferable skills. Candidates who meet most but not all of the above criteria are encouraged to apply.

HOW TO APPLY:
Application & Hiring Process:
Please apply with your resume and cover letter through our web portal (https://careers.risepeople.com/outonscreen/).

We expect this hiring process to follow these guidelines:
• Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis
• A first round of interviews will be held online
° Interviews are usually 60 minutes in length and will be held roughly between March 9 and 12
° Applicant updates will be provided approximately one week after interviews
• A second round of interviews will be held online if required for additional candidates or follow-up interviews
• Hiring decisions are made roughly one week after all interviews are complete
• An ideal start date is April 14, pending the availability of the candidate

Note: Individuals who may have unsupervised access to youth will be required to have a criminal record check. Out On Screen utilizes a third-party service to query these records to ensure that we can meet our legal requirements and keep candidates safer.

Out On Screen strives for meaningful employment from all communities and for our team to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Indigenous Peoples, Black people, people of colour, and people across the spectrums of gender, sexuality, age, and abilities are encouraged to apply.

We welcome accommodation requests in advance of interviews.

We thank all candidates for applying and appreciate their time and patience as we review applications. Applicants will be contacted with any updates regarding their application status. Please visit our website (www.outonscreen.com) for employment updates.

REMUNERATION:
This position will start at an annual salary of $61,144. This compensation is not negotiable as it reflects the current budget. Details about extended benefits and paid time off are available at the bottom of the job posting on our job portal: https://careers.risepeople.com/outonscreen/en/14954_marketing-&-communications-manager