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    Year-Round Positions

    Development & Membership Manager

    Reporting primarily to the Festival Co-Director of the Full Frame Documentary Film Festival, the Development & Membership Manager will work closely with Duke Alumni Engagement & Development, the Center for Documentary Studies (CDS), and university partners to cultivate donor relationships, strengthen membership engagement, support sponsorship growth, and help advance the mission of documentary storytelling and public engagement.

    The Development & Membership Manager is responsible for the administration, coordination, and implementation of Full Frame’s annual giving, membership, sponsorship, and development operations in support of the festival and year-round programming.

    Working closely with Festival leadership, Duke Alumni Engagement & Development, CDS, and university partners, this position manages the day-to-day infrastructure that supports donor engagement, fundraising operations, sponsorship retention, membership growth, and community partnerships.

    Position Allocation

    • 80% of annual effort is dedicated to the Full Frame Documentary Film Festival.
    • 20% of annual effort supports the broader development work of the Center for Documentary Studies.
    • Allocation may vary seasonally, with greater emphasis on Full Frame leading up to and immediately following the annual festival.

    This is a hybrid position with an expectation of working on site at least three days per week. Additional on-site presence may be required during the annual festival, donor activities, events, and periods of increased program activity.

    For full details and application instructions, view the posted opportunity on the Duke Careers website.

    Seasonal Positions

    There are no open seasonal positions at this time. Please check back closer to the 2027 festival dates for open opportunities.

     

    Duke University Student Positions

    Marketing Assistant – Federal work study eligible only

    The Full Frame Documentary Film Festival, one of the nation’s premier showcases for nonfiction cinema, seeks a motivated student with a passion for the arts and a demonstrated interest in marketing and communications. The Marketing & Outreach Assistant reports directly to the Marketing Manager and will support social media, digital and website content, analytics, merchandising, and press/media outreach for the 2026–27 festival year, in addition to assisting onsite during Full Frame 2027.  

    This is a hands-on opportunity to gain experience in arts marketing and event support while contributing to the visibility and impact of a world-renowned film festival based in Durham, NC. 

    Timeframe and Commitment:  
    Fall 2026: Approx. 10 hours/week 
    Spring 2027: 10-15 hours/week, with opportunity for additional hours in the lead up to and during the festival, April 1–4, 2027. Hours will not exceed 19 hours per week.  

    Key Responsibilities 

    • Social Media & Content Creation
      • Capture /create photo, video, and audio assets, as needed. 
      • Assist in creating short-form digital content.
      • Draft and schedule social media copy across platforms. 
      • Pitch creative ideas for posts and campaigns. 
    • Media
      • Maintain and update press and media contact lists. 
      • Support tracking press coverage and opportunities.
      • Research and identify new media targets, including influencers and emerging arts writers. 
    • Merchandising: maintain Airtable database of vendor quotes, orders, and pricing.
    • Support marketing and communication projects in the lead up to and during peak festival season.
    • Assist with onsite support during the 29th annual Full Frame Documentary Film Festival (April 1–4, 2027). 
    • Other duties as assigned

    Required Skills 

    • Interest or experience in digital content creation. 
    • Ability to work independently while collaborating as part of a team. 
    • Experience with video editing and/or graphic design software. 

    The Full Frame Documentary Film Festival is committed to maximizing the diversity of our organization and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage individuals of all ethnic and racial backgrounds and gender identities to apply to our positions. 

    • Interest in documentary film or film exhibition. 
    • We are accepting applications for this position until the position is filled.
    • Please submit a resume, cover letter, and links to social media or digital content you have created to Miranda Volborth (miranda.volborth@duke.edu).
    • In your cover letter, please outline why you are interested in working for the Full Frame Documentary Film Festival and how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

    Preferred Skills 

    • Attention to detail and strong organizational skills. 
    • Familiarity with social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Linkedin). 
    • Strong writing skills, especially for digital and nonacademic contexts.