ABOUT THE ROLE
Film at Lincoln Center is launching FLC Impact, a new organizational initiative that expands our work in education, early-career development for filmmakers and critics, and community building. Through programs that serve emerging creatives, students and educators, and communities across New York City, FLC Impact seeks to create lasting connections with participants and the broader film community.
Reporting to the Deputy Director, the Manager of Impact Programs is responsible for the day to day execution of a three year plan to establish and grow this initiative. The Manager will oversee the Impact programs, partnerships, budgets, and project evaluations, while working with senior leadership and other internal stakeholders to build the systems necessary to sustain long term growth. This is a hands-on role for someone comfortable shifting between strategic planning and execution.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Program Oversight
Manage the execution of FLC Impact’s three year strategic plan, translating the organizational priorities into programs, projects, and workplans.
Oversee FLC Impact’s portfolio of programs, including Artist & Critics Academies, student engagement, and educator professional development programs, including creating timelines, hiring and training staff and contractors, and communicating internally and externally about operational and production needs.
Produce the FLC Impact student screening series, including collaborating with internal stakeholders to select films and organize ground level operations, corresponding with schools and attending talent, creating/executing ROS and other key documents.
Fosters an inclusive, people-first environment by building strong relationships and valuing diverse perspectives.
Work with relevant stakeholders to support and/or leverage community development initiatives across the organization.
Document processes and workflows
Work with the Deputy Director to develop new programs and initiatives aligned with the Impact Plan, supporting the strategic growth of FLC.
Strategic Collaboration & Integration
Actively collaborate across Programming, Development, Partnerships, Production, Operations, and Marketing/Communications departments to integrate Impact initiatives into FLC’s year-round work.
Share program outcomes and opportunities that inform FLC’s organizational planning, including tracking program participation, participant feedback, and narratives that support fundraising and stewardship.
Manage program budgets and monitor expenses against approved plans.
Work with organizational leadership to identify, cultivate, and engage prospective partners, funders, and collaborators.
External Engagement & Partnerships
Develop and steward relationships with schools, educators, cultural institutions, filmmakers, industry professionals, and other partners that advance the Impact Plan and strengthen FLC’s role within the broader film ecosystem.
Serve as the primary point of contact for partners participating in Impact initiatives.
In collaboration with senior management, engage with possible partners, funders, and collaborators.
Represent FLC at meetings with partners, industry gatherings, and other external activities as required.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS
Five or more years of experience in program management, arts administration, non-profit management, or a related field.
Willingness to take a hands on approach to program execution, including occasional evenings and weekends as required.
Demonstrated experience managing multiple complex projects throughout their lifecycle with the ability to manage several priorities at a given time.
Ability to supervise staff, contractors, volunteers, etc and to delegate effectively.
Comfort with speaking publicly (ex. as a panelist, moderator, or presenter).
Experience developing and managing budgets and tracking program expenditures.
Ability to work independently, exercise judgment, and make decisions without explicit direction.
Experience in film, arts and culture, or the non-profit sector is strongly preferred.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This position is grant-funded for an initial term of three years, with the opportunity for extension. It is a full-time position with benefits, represented by UAW 2110.
Please submit a short cover letter with your application by November 27th, 2026.
Skills Required
- Five or more years of experience in program management, arts administration, nonprofit management, or a related field
- Willingness to take a hands-on approach to program execution, including occasional evenings and weekends
- Experience managing multiple complex projects throughout their lifecycle
- Ability to manage several priorities simultaneously
- Experience supervising staff, contractors, and volunteers
- Ability to delegate effectively
- Comfort speaking publicly as a panelist, moderator, or presenter
- Experience developing and managing budgets and tracking program expenditures
- Ability to work independently, exercise judgment, and make decisions without explicit direction
- Experience in film, arts and culture, or the nonprofit sector
What We Do
Film at Lincoln Center celebrates cinema as an essential art form and fosters a vibrant home for film culture. It presents film festivals, retrospectives, new releases, and restorations year-round at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in New York. Through events including the New York Film Festival and New Directors/New Films, it connects audiences with established and emerging directors, while Film Comment and its academy programs support film journalism and emerging professionals.
