Job Posting - Freelance Newsletter/Web Editor for German Film Office in New York: Monday, September 15 (Application Deadline)

The German Film Office (GFO) is seeking a qualified candidate to join its team starting October 1, 2025, in a freelance capacity.

The GFO is an initiative of the Goethe-Institut and German Films. Based in New York, it collaborates with local partners to bring the best of contemporary and repertory films from Germany to U.S. audiences.

Requirements:
* College education (BA);
* Professional experience with Mailchimp and Eventbrite;
* Excellent editorial skills;
* Solid photo editing skills;
* Knowledge of international film/familiarity with German cinema;
* Experience working with arts/film organizations;
* Native or near-native fluency in English;
* German language skills welcome but not required

Job Description:
* Research and compile information and images for monthly newsletter, including film events presented by the GFO and the Goethe-Institutes in the U.S. and Canada, partner events across the region, and relevant film news;
* Create monthly newsletter following the GFO’s Mailchimp template;
* Prepare web pages and create Eventbrite events for film events presented by the GFO in New York;
* Participate in and contribute to editorial meetings

The ideal candidate is someone who:
* Will manage our monthly newsletter and Eventbrite events with minimal supervision, and will develop a language and style that engages our subscribers;
* Has demonstrated writing skills and pays close attention to detail;
* Is a reliable, independent, proactive worker who follows our monthly schedule and is finely attuned to each platform’s requirements and opportunities;
* Is both a creative thinker and able to translate ideas into action while meeting deadlines

The salary of this position is $35-40/hour depending on experience. During the busiest periods, the newsletter/web editor works an average of 10 hours/month on a flexible schedule. Special projects may require additional time. This is a remote position but candidates based in the New York area, with availability for in-person on-boarding and occasional meetings, are preferred.

Please email your resume and one-page cover letter to gfo-newyork@goethe.de by September 15. No phone calls, please.

Website: https://www.goethe.de/prj/gfo/en/about/24167612.html