Visit Films is seeking a full time Library Coordinator to support our team in the worldwide sales, marketing and distribution of feature films and documentaries around the world.
Main duties for the position include exploiting and managing our library catalog of over 300 films, selling to broadcasters and platforms around the world and maximizing revenue opportunities, while reporting to the Director of Sales. This role will also exploit library titles for in-person non-theatrical engagements, reporting to the Director of Festivals and Non-Theatrical Bookings. Additional work assisting with theatrical distribution through Monument Releasing will be expected. The right candidate will be able to work to optimize sales strategies and assist with the needs of territorial clients throughout the world for film licensing in a dynamic and fast paced environment.
The position is currently virtual, while the company transitions to its future home base in Los Angeles. Residency in LA will likely be required in the coming 1-2 years. Possible travel to film festivals and markets may be required of the job.
This is a job for someone who wants to learn every aspect of sales and distribution. This is not a creative film job.
Main Responsibilities:

Experience and Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree required. Work experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office/Google Workspace products including Excel and database software (Pipeliner CRM / FilmTrack preferred but not required). Ability to quickly become familiar with new software and emerging platforms/apps.
• Experience with Adobe Suite, Mailchimp (email marketing), concepts of technical film delivery preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in sales/marketing ability and enthusiasm to learn about the intricacies of the film sales business and its environment (should not be afraid of numbers and legal language).
• Strong communication and organizational skills with a specific focus on attention to detail and ORGANIZATION.
• Did we say ORGANIZATION? Yes? Please be organized.
• Comfortable working with people who are traveling internationally and in various time zones.
• Ability to prioritize and adapt to the demands of the job, meeting strict deadlines, problem-solving skills, remaining flexible, calm and focused while multitasking in high pressure situations.
• Experience with/interest in independent film strongly preferred. Sales experience (in any industry) also helpful.
• Enthusiastic and personable, ability to speak to clients with comfort and ease.
• .General intelligence and problem solving skills.
• Fluency in at least one foreign language helpful.
• A strong love of travel and social environments.
• A born seller and hustler. Ambitious and self-directed

• Identifying digital and non-theatrical partners
• Pitching library titles to targeted platforms, cinemas, and regions
• Managing materials for digital releases
• Managing the print traffic of DCPs and other screening files to exhibition venues
• Collecting and organizing ancillary materials for releases and screenings
• Maintaining an accurate record of workflow for each film
• Expanding our database of venues and theatrical contacts
• Researching new broadcasters and platforms, domestically and internationally, building new relationships and maintaining existing partnerships in order to achieve sales goals and targets.
• Identifying ancillary opportunities for revenue
• Working closely with leadership to guide library sales strategy on a territory-by-territory basis.
• Expanding distribution reach by cultivating new relationships with international distributors, broadcasters
• and platforms
• Negotiating and drafting favorable contracts in a timely manner to achieve long-term revenue goals and maintain growth.
• Pitching library slates to international buyers and closing licensing deals.
• Working closely with all other departments (marketing, materials, accounting, festivals) to ensure accuracy and efficiency in the sales and delivery process.
• Preparing availability reports for international and domestic distributors/broadcasters.
• Support for theatrical distribution with Monument Releasing

Experience and Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree required. Work experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office/Google Workspace products including Excel and database software (Pipeliner CRM / FilmTrack preferred but not required). Ability to quickly become familiar with new software and emerging platforms/apps.
• Experience with Adobe Suite, Mailchimp (email marketing), concepts of technical film delivery preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in sales/marketing ability and enthusiasm to learn about the intricacies of the film sales business and its environment (should not be afraid of numbers and legal language).
• Strong communication and organizational skills with a specific focus on attention to detail and ORGANIZATION.
• Did we say ORGANIZATION? Yes? Please be organized.
• Comfortable working with people who are traveling internationally and in various time zones.
• Ability to prioritize and adapt to the demands of the job, meeting strict deadlines, problem-solving skills, remaining flexible, calm and focused while multitasking in high pressure situations.
• Experience with/interest in independent film strongly preferred. Sales experience (in any industry) also helpful.
• Enthusiastic and personable, ability to speak to clients with comfort and ease.
• .General intelligence and problem solving skills.
• Fluency in at least one foreign language helpful.
• A strong love of travel and social environments.
• A born seller and hustler. Ambitious and self-directed.

Please apply to mt@visitfilms.com with resume and cover letter. No phone calls.
Pay - $38,000-$42,000 based on experience. Profit sharing pending company financial results.
Benefits - Health insurance, 401k, phone, paid vacation and sick days.
Location - VIRTUAL for now. In person in LA in the future.

Visit Films represents the best in world cinema for sales and distribution. Visit licenses to theatrical distributors, DVD/digital outlets and broadcasters. Additionally, Visit works with over 600+ festivals and non-theatrical screening venues each year to program our slate of titles. The company has been nominated or won Oscars, Gothams, Indie Spirits and prizes at every major festival in the world.

Visit Films is a world sales company specializing in daring and original work from diverse filmmakers all around the globe. Visit represents Oscar-nominated and award winning films from the world’s top festivals, including Cannes, Berlin, Sundance, Rotterdam, Toronto, SXSW, Tribeca, and many more. With years of extensive expertise and a catalog of 300+ titles, Visit understands what it takes to navigate today’s constantly evolving market. As one of the only true worldwide sales companies with a strong presence in the American market handling sales to N. America, the company is able to strategize and plan for coordinated worldwide releases. Visit works on films in all stages from development to completion and licenses to theatrical distributors, DVD/digital outlets, and broadcasters. Additionally, the company works with hundreds of festivals and non-theatrical screening venues each year to program its slate of titles. Visit has helped to launch some of today’s most talented and innovative filmmakers, including the Safdie brothers, David Robert Mitchell, Eliza Hittman, and Kogonada, while continuing to cultivate relationships with steadfast auteurs such as Werner Herzog, Harmony Korine, Josephine Decker, and the Duplass brothers.
Visit Films is also the parent company for US based distributor Monument Releasing and the feature and documentary development incubator Pretty __ Ideas.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $38,000.00 - $42,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus opportunities

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Brooklyn, NY 1121