The programming team serves as the nucleus of MulanIFF, and turns our artistic and curatorial visions into engaging and unique programming of our annual festival and year-round events. In the role of Assistant Programmer, you will be responsible for forming an impeccable experience for our audience. From selecting films to planning post-screening Q&A, your curatorial vision will help shape the future of pan-Chinese cinemas. Reporting to Artistic Director, you will work on:

• Managing the festival submission process and organizing submission materials
• Liaising with filmmakers, distributors, and international sales to expand programming opportunities
• Identifying outreach opportunities to connect new audiences with emerging filmmakers
• Identifying potential presenting partners for specific films and programmes
• Writing and organizing all publicity information and materials related to films and screenings
• Introducing films to the audience and hosting Q&As with filmmakers

Below is the list of skills, knowledge, and characters that we think will make one a successful candidate. Worth noting is that both quantity and quality matter here—we do not expect you to have all of them, and if you are an absolute star in only one, we also encourage you to apply and chat with us.

• Demonstrated interest, knowledge, or academic background in Film/Media Studies or other humanities disciplines such as literature, fine arts, and philosophy
• A curatorial vision that is aligned with the direction of MulanIFF
• Working knowledge of emerging and established filmmakers, and key players in the Asian film industries
• Demonstrated research skills and organizational skills
• Excellent professional communication skills in English and/or Chinese

Remote candidates are welcome to apply.

This is a volunteer position, with a minimum weekly commitment of 8 hours during peak season (March, April, and May) and 5 hours during our festival season and other time (January, February, June, July, and August to December).

To apply, fill out the form below, and attach a copy of your resume; AND a film review or film analysis of no more than 5 pages in English or Chinese.

The programming team serves as the nucleus of MulanIFF, and turns our artistic and curatorial visions into engaging and unique programming of our annual festival and year-round events. In the role of Coordinator, Programming Operations, you will be responsible for coordinating an effective film selection process and the execution of every screening. Reporting to Artistic Director, you will work on:

• Managing a database of film submissions and tracking invitations
• Assisting filmmakers in the submission process, addressing any issues, and ensuring a seamless experience
• Liaising with the programming team and marketing team to organize publicity materials
• Coordinating meetings, technical testing and guest travels
• Planning filmmaker networking events as directed

Below is the list of skills, knowledge, and characters that we think will make one a successful candidate. Worth noting is that both quantity and quality matter here—we do not expect you to have all of them, and if you are an absolute star in only one, we also encourage you to apply and chat with us.

• Demonstrated interest, experience, and/or academic background in Film/Media Studies or other humanities disciplines such as literature, fine arts, and philosophy
• Working knowledge of emerging and established filmmakers, and key players in the Asian film industries
• Demonstrated research skills and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets
• Excellent professional communication skills in English and Chinese

Remote candidates are welcome to apply.

This is a volunteer position, with a minimum weekly commitment of 3 hours during the regular season (March, April, and May) and 5 hours during our festival season (June, July, and August).

To apply, fill out the form below, and attach a copy of your resume. Please also include a cover letter, OR a short video, no longer than 5 minutes, introducing yourself.

Industry development is crucial for our mission to nurture the next generation of filmmakers and establish critical industry connections to support Chinese-language filmmaking. In the role of Coordinator, Industry Outreach & Event, you will be responsible for industry registration and communication with industry professionals. Reporting to Manager, Industry Outreach & Event, you will work on:

• Managing the industry registration process for our annual festival
• Developing and maintaining an industry database
• Sending and tracking invitations for exclusive industry programmes
• Creating, collecting, and tracking survey results to enhance the quality of industry programmes

Below is the list of skills, knowledge, and characters that we think will make one a successful candidate. Worth noting is that both quantity and quality matter here—we do not expect you to have all of them, and if you are an absolute star in only one, we also encourage you to apply and chat with us.

• Fluency in Chinese and Mandarin is required
• Demonstrated interest, previous experience, and/or academic background in Film/Media Studies or Film Production
• Excellent professional communication and client relationship skills
• Advanced research and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets

Only candidates based in Toronto, Canada will be considered for this role.

This is a volunteer position, with a minimum weekly commitment of 3 hours during the regular season and 5 hours during our festival season (June, July, and August).

To apply, fill out the form below, and attach a copy of your resume. Please also include a cover letter, OR a short video, no longer than 5 minutes, introducing yourself.

As a not-for-profit organization, MulanIFF has a strong focus on establishing and maintaining active relationships and communications with all levels of government and public agencies. From funding to public initiative, we value a collaborative approach in delivering value to our audience, the filmmakers, and the film industry. In the role of Coordinator, Government Relations, you will be responsible for maintaining strong government relations with key agencies and supporting our overall funding strategy and operations. Reporting to Senior Director, Public & Government Relations, you will work on researching applicable funding opportunities, coordinating our grant writing schedule and deliverables, assisting with the funding applications, maintaining communication with relevant government agencies, and assisting with all funding-related activties.

Below is the list of skills, knowledge, and characters that we think will make one a successful candidate. Worth noting is that both quantity and quality matter here—we do not expect you to have all of them, and if you are an absolute star in only one, we also encourage you to apply and chat with us.

• Strong, demonstrable qualities as a self-starter, quick learner, and go-getter 
• Strong, demonstrable qualities in logical thinking, and thorough planning
• Knowledge and experience in funding application, particularly artistic events/festivals
• Experience in government and public sector communications and relationship building in Canada
• Strong knowledge of pan-Chinese cinema and film in general
• Knowledge and experience in film festivals
• Fluency in Chinese and Mandarin is an asset

Only candidates based in Toronto, Canada will be considered for this role.

This is a volunteer position, with a minimum weekly commitment of 3 hours during the regular season and 5 hours during our festival season (June, July, and August).

To apply, fill out the form below, and attach either: your resume, OR a few paragraphs outlining your experience and skills, OR a short video, no longer than 5 minutes, introducing yourself.

Media partners, whether specialized in film or of general interests, play a critical role in helping MulanIFF deliver its core mission and daily operations. In the role of Manager, Media Relations (Non-Chinese Language Media), you will be responsible for initiating and maintaining relationships with all non-Chinese language media partners and managing all media-related activitites with them. Reporting to Senior Director, Public & Government Relations, you will work on:

• Establishing and maintaining relationships with non-Chinese language media partners
• Leading the development and operations of our media partner programme
• Liaising closely with confirmed media partners to ensure fulfillment of all aspects outlined in the media partner packages
• Managing the media registration, press conferences, media preview, film critic interviews, and our media presence with all non-Chinese language media

Below is the list of skills, knowledge, and characters that we think will make one a successful candidate. Worth noting is that both quantity and quality matter here—we do not expect you to have all of them, and if you are an absolute star in only one, we also encourage you to apply and chat with us.

• A basic understanding of the public relations process and business negotiation
• Knowledge and experience in general and film-specific media is a strong asset
• Interest, previous experience, and/or academic background in Film/Media Studies or Film Production is a strong asset
• Self-starter characters with the ability to work independently and under pressure
• A positive attitude with the ability to deal with frustration
• A bias towards action
• Outstanding communication, interpersonal, time management, and teamwork skills;
• Fluency in Chinese and Mandarin is an asset

Only candidates based in Toronto, Canada will be considered for this role.

This is a volunteer position, with a minimum weekly commitment of 5 hours during the regular season and 8 hours during our festival season (June, July, and August).

To apply, fill out the form below, and attach either: your resume, OR a few paragraphs outlining your experience and skills, OR a short video, no longer than 5 minutes, introducing yourself.

Community partners play a critical role in helping MulanIFF engage with the local communities, and deliver its core mission. In the role of Manager, Community Partners, you will be responsible for initiating and maintaining relationships with community partners and managing any community-related activities with them. Reporting to Senior Director, Public & Government Relations, you will work on:

• Establishing and maintaining relationships with community partners
• Leading the development and operations of our community partner programme
• Liaising closely with confirmed community partners to ensure two-way fulfillment of all aspects outlined in the community partner packages

Below is the list of skills, knowledge, and characters that we think will make one a successful candidate. Worth noting is that both quantity and quality matter here—we do not expect you to have all of them, and if you are an absolute star in only one, we also encourage you to apply and chat with us.

• Fluency in Chinese and Mandarin is required
• A basic understanding of the public relations process and business negotiation
• Previous or current experience in local community activities is a strong asset
• Interest, previous experience, and/or academic background in Film/Media Studies or Film Production is a strong asset
• Self-starter characters with the ability to work independently and under pressure
• A positive attitude with the ability to deal with frustration
• A bias towards action
• Outstanding communication, interpersonal, time management, and teamwork skills;

Only candidates based in Toronto, Canada will be considered for this role.

This is a volunteer position, with a minimum weekly commitment of 5 hours during the regular season and 8 hours during our festival season (June, July, and August).

To apply, fill out the form below, and attach either: your resume, OR a few paragraphs outlining your experience and skills, OR a short video, no longer than 5 minutes, introducing yourself.

At MulanIFF we welcome and host industry guests from Canada and all over the world, and we build the platform to help them build the future of pan-Chinese cinema. In the role of Manager, Hospitality & Industry Event, you will be responsible for hosting the festival guests and managing the details of hospitality and logistics, and planning, organizing, and executing industry-oriented events, in collaboration with our programming and industry development teams. Reporting to Senior Director, Event Operations & Experience, you will work on:

• Managing and carrying out all hospitality-related efforts for industry guests, including travel, lodging and dining
• Coordinate the itinerary of industry guests with our programming and industry development teams
• Plan, organize and execute all industry-oriented events

Below is the list of skills, knowledge, and characters that we think will make one a successful candidate. Worth noting is that both quantity and quality matter here—we do not expect you to have all of them, and if you are an absolute star in only one, we also encourage you to apply and chat with us.

• Fluency in Chinese and Mandarin is required
• Previous experience in managing hospitality and logistics for VIP guests is a strong asset
• Previous experience in planning and organizing industry-oriented events, especially those related to film, is a strong asset
• Interest, previous experience, and/or academic background in Film/Media Studies or Film Production is a strong asset
• Self-starter characters with the ability to work independently and under pressure
• A positive attitude with the ability to deal with frustration
• A bias towards action
• Outstanding communication, interpersonal, time management, and teamwork skills;

Only candidates based in Toronto, Canada will be considered for this role.

This is a volunteer position, with a minimum weekly commitment of 5 hours during the regular season and 8 hours during our festival season (June, July, and August).

To apply, fill out the form below, and attach either: your resume, OR a few paragraphs outlining your experience and skills, OR a short video, no longer than 5 minutes, introducing yourself.

Put simply, it would be nearly impossible to run a successful film festival without the support of our event-day volunteers. In the role of Coordinator, Event Volunteers, you will be responsible for making sure our event volunteers are well-informed, -prepared, and -taken-care-of. Reporting to Director, Screening Events, you will work on the recruitment, selection, training, management, and continuous support of our event volunteers.

Below is the list of skills, knowledge, and characters that we think will make one a successful candidate. Worth noting is that both quantity and quality matter here—we do not expect you to have all of them, and if you are an absolute star in only one, we also encourage you to apply and chat with us.

• Prior experience in managing volunteers or volunteering in a supervisory role is a strong asset
• Prior experience in volunteering for the screening events of MulanIFF is a strong asset
• Prior experience in volunteering for events, especially screening events and film festivals, is an asset
• Prior experience in attending the screening events of MulanIFF is an asset
• Superb organizational skills and attention to detail
• Outstanding oral communication skills and conflict resolution skills
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills 
• Ability to think quick on your feet and remain calm and professional under pressure
• Fluency in Chinese and Mandarin is a strong asset

Only candidates based in Toronto, Canada will be considered for this role.

This is a volunteer position, with a minimum weekly commitment of 3 hours during the regular season and 5 hours during our festival season (June, July, and August).

To apply, fill out the form below, and attach either: your resume, OR a few paragraphs outlining your experience and skills, OR a short video, no longer than 5 minutes, introducing yourself.

Getting our beloved audience successfully into the venue is no easy feat, and stellar ticketing and customer support are the critical pillars of strength. In the role of Coordinator, Ticketing & Customer Support, you will be responsible for making sure that our audience gets the right tickets on time. Reporting to Director, Screening Events, you will work on defining and fine-tuning the ticketing process, managing the various streams of complimentary tickets, and fielding customer inquiries.

Below is the list of skills, knowledge, and characters that we think will make one a successful candidate. Worth noting is that both quantity and quality matter here—we do not expect you to have all of them, and if you are an absolute star in only one, we also encourage you to apply and chat with us.

• Prior experience in managing the ticketing process of events is a strong asset
• Prior experience in customer support is an asset
• Prior experience in attending MulanIFF’s events is an asset
• Demonstrated attention to detail with a passion for accuracy
• Outstanding written communication skills
• Passion and knowledge for pan-Chinese cinema and films
• Working knowledge of Excel
• Fluency in Chinese and Mandarin is required

Remote candidates are welcome to apply.

This is a volunteer position, with a minimum weekly commitment of 3 hours during the regular season and 6 hours during our festival season (June, July, and August).

To apply, fill out the form below, and attach either: your resume, OR a few paragraphs outlining your experience and skills, OR a short video, no longer than 5 minutes, introducing yourself.

Managing the ins and outs of the many digital and physical film media is fundamental to the smooth operation of our screening events. In the role of Coordinator, Print Traffic, you will be responsible for the secure and timely inbound and outbound traffic of all film media we handle. Reporting to Director, Screening Events, you will work on defining and fine-tuning the print traffic management process, coordinating with our programming team, filmmakers and distributors on the transferring of film media, and securely managing the logistics of the media while they are under our custody.

Below is the list of skills, knowledge, and characters that we think will make one a successful candidate. Worth noting is that both quantity and quality matter here—we do not expect you to have all of them, and if you are an absolute star in only one, we also encourage you to apply and chat with us.

• Prior experience and knowledge working/volunteering with film festivals is an asset
• Knowledge of the technical details of various digital and physical film media and formats is a strong asset
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to handle highly confidential and proprietary information
• Strong attention to detail and a passion for staying organized
• Working knowledge of Excel
• Demonstrated passion for and knowledge of pan-Chinese cinema
• Outstanding written communication skills
• Fluency in Chinese and Mandarin is required

Only candidates based in Toronto, Canada will be considered for this role. Visits to our screening venues in downtown Toronto are required.

This is a volunteer position, with a minimum weekly commitment of 3 hours during the regular season and 5 hours during our festival season (June, July, and August).

To apply, fill out the form below, and attach either: your resume, OR a few paragraphs outlining your experience and skills, OR a short video, no longer than 5 minutes, introducing yourself.

Marketing of an event-based organization is not for the faint of heart–the success of any of our products depends on you. Either bask in the glory of a full house or get hit over the head by a dwindling turnout, you will have nowhere to hide but fight together with the team. In the role of Coordinator, Marketing – Chinese Market, you will be tackling the everlasting challenge of spreading our messages to the right people, converting them into our customers, and making them come back for more, all with a small budget and your relentless pursuit of results. Reporting to Senior Director, Marketing & Audience, you will work on some of the following, depending on your unique mix of skills:

• Managing our social media presence and posting schedules in the Chinese market, including WeChat, RED, and Douban
• Drafting and reviewing our social media posts, in text- or video-form, to the Chinese market
• Initiating and managing marketing-related activities, e.g. ticket give-away
• Participating in the development of marketing strategies for our annual festival and each title
• Coordinating with our marketing and community partners
• Participating in the write-up of the Chinese version of our subscriber newsletters

Below is the list of skills, knowledge, and characters that we think will make one a successful candidate. Worth noting is that both quantity and quality matter here—we do not expect you to have all of them, and if you are an absolute star in only one, we also encourage you to apply and chat with us.

• Demonstrated knowledge and outstanding passion for Chinese-language films
• A basic understanding of and passion for data-driven and/or social media marketing
• Experience in marketing-related roles, especially those related to artistic or film events, is a strong asset
• Experience in managing social media accounts is a strong asset
• Demonstrated abilities in creating text- or video-based content for social media in Chinese is a strong asset
• Experience in film festivals is an asset
• A bias towards action
• Fluency in Chinese and Mandarin is required

Remote candidates are welcome to apply.

This is a volunteer position, with a minimum weekly commitment of 3 hours during the regular season and 5 hours during our festival season (June, July, August).

To apply, fill out the form below, and attach either: your resume, OR a few paragraphs outlining your experience and skills, OR a short video, no longer than 5 minutes, introducing yourself.

Marketing of an event-based organization is not for the faint of heart–the success of any of our products depends on you. Either bask in the glory of a full house or get hit over the head by a dwindling turnout, you will have nowhere to hide but fight together with the team. In the role of Coordinator, Marketing – Non-Chinese Market, you will be tackling the everlasting challenge of spreading our messages to the right people, converting them into our customers, and making them come back for more, all with a small budget and your relentless pursuit of results. Reporting to Senior Director, Marketing & Audience, you will work on some of the following, depending on your unique mix of skills:

• Managing our social media presence and posting schedules in the non-Chinese market, including Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and Facebook
• Drafting and reviewing our social media posts, in text- or video-form, to the non-Chinese market
• Initiating and managing marketing-related activities, e.g. ticket give-away
• Participating in the development of marketing strategies for our annual festival and each title
• Coordinating with our marketing and community partners
• Participating in the write-up of the English version of our subscriber newsletters

Below is the list of skills, knowledge, and characters that we think will make one a successful candidate. Worth noting is that both quantity and quality matter here—we do not expect you to have all of them, and if you are an absolute star in only one, we also encourage you to apply and chat with us.

• Demonstrated knowledge and outstanding passion for Chinese-language films
• A basic understanding of and passion for data-driven and/or social media marketing
• Experience in marketing-related roles, especially those related to artistic or film events, is a strong asset
• Experience in managing social media accounts is a strong asset
• Demonstrated abilities in creating text- or video-based content for social media in English is a strong asset
• Experience in film festivals is an asset
• A bias towards action
• Fluency in Chinese and Mandarin is an asset

Remote candidates are welcome to apply.

This is a volunteer position, with a minimum weekly commitment of 3 hours during the regular season and 5 hours during our festival season (June, July, and August).

To apply, fill out the form below, and attach either: your resume, OR a few paragraphs outlining your experience and skills, OR a short video, no longer than 5 minutes, introducing yourself.

Sponsorship from corporations and small businesses is a major source of financial support for MulanIFF. In the role of Account Manager, Sponsorship, you will be responsible for each and every step of the journey of sponsorship. Reporting to Senior Director, Sponsorship, you will work on:

• Establishing initial contact with potential sponsors via cold calls, emails or social connections
• Leading the entire sponsorship process with your leads, including negotiation and closing the deals
• Participating in the development of our sponsorship strategy and packages
• Liaising closely with confirmed sponsors to ensure fulfillment of all aspects outlined in the sponsorship agreement to their satisfaction;
• Maintain strong relationships with existing sponsors

Below is the list of skills, knowledge, and characters that we think will make one a successful candidate. Worth noting is that both quantity and quality matter here—we do not expect you to have all of them, and if you are an absolute star in only one, we also encourage you to apply and chat with us.

• Fluency in Chinese and Mandarin is required
• Experience in sponsorship-related activities, especially those related to artistic events, is a strong asset
• A basic understanding of sponsorship process and business negotiation
• Self-starter characters with the ability to work independently and under pressure
• A positive attitude with the ability to deal with frustration
• A bias towards action
• Outstanding communication, interpersonal, time management, and teamwork skills

Only candidates based in Toronto, Canada will be considered for this role.

This is a volunteer position, with a minimum weekly commitment of 3 hours during the regular season and 5 hours during our festival season (June, July, and August).

To apply, fill out the form below, and attach either: your resume, OR a few paragraphs outlining your experience and skills, OR a short video, no longer than 5 minutes, introducing yourself.

From website and graphic assets to programme books and posters, these are the face and embodiment of our artistic vision and main visuals. In the role of Graphic Designer, you will be responsible for translating our artistic visions and main visuals into consistent, comprehensive, and high-quality graphic assets and print materials. Reporting to Director, Graphic Design, you will work on implementing our brand and visual design guidelines, coordinating with various internal teams on their graphic design needs, and the graphic designs of our website, social media postings, flyers and posters, programme books, and all other graphic assets.

Below is the list of skills, knowledge, and characters that we think will make one a successful candidate. Worth noting is that both quantity and quality matter here—we do not expect you to have all of them, and if you are an absolute star in only one, we also encourage you to apply and chat with us.

• Prior experience and knowledge in graphic design and/or layout is required
• Technical proficiency with graphic design and/or layout software is required
• An artistic vision that is aligned with the direction of MulanIFF
• General knowledge of the film industry and film festivals is an asset
• Passion and knowledge in pan-Chinese cinema is an asset
• Ability to work under tight timelines and deliver high-quality results
• Fluency in Chinese and Mandarin is a strong asset

Remote candidates are welcome to apply.

This is a volunteer position, with a minimum weekly commitment of 3 hours during the regular season and 5 hours during our festival season (June, July, and August).

To apply, fill out the form below, and attach either: your resume, OR a few paragraphs outlining your experience and skills, OR a short video, no longer than 5 minutes, introducing yourself.

Please also include your portfolio OR previous graphic design works.