Reel Works is seeking a part-time Program Coordinator to support its Reel Works in Schools and Communities Education Program. We are looking for an organized, detail-oriented college student who can assist the Program Coordinator with recruitment, community engagement, and administrative tasks. We welcome applicants passionate about education, filmmaking, and empowering students through storytelling.
Reports To : Program Manager
Compensation : Part-time 25 hours per week; $20-$25/hour
Location : This position requires candidates to be based in the New York City Metro area, with the flexibility of a hybrid office environment. Two (2) days in office minimum is required. The physical office is located in Brooklyn, NY. On-site program location visits across New York City is required.
Application Deadline : July 20, 2026
Estimated Start Date : August 17, 2026
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
Change the storytellers, change the world! At Reel Works, we believe talent is everywhere, but opportunity is not. Reel Works was founded in 2001 to encourage young people to share their stories through filmmaking. Our work has since expanded to help build a more inclusive media industry and provide emerging talent with the mentorship, skills, and professional networks needed to succeed. Our mission is to educate, train, and mentor emerging talent from all backgrounds to succeed in the media industry. Through the power of storytelling and workforce development, we remove barriers to entry, unlock creative potential, and equip young people and emerging professionals with the tools to thrive in a rapidly evolving media industry.
Our workforce development program, MediaMKRS, was launched by Reel Works in 2019 to address the crisis of inclusion in the media industry with a goal to diversify the media landscape and create equitable solutions. MediaMKRS educates and empowers individuals from diverse backgrounds to succeed in the media industry through comprehensive training, hands-on work experiences, networking opportunities, and unparalleled access to industry professionals needed for a thriving career. To learn more visit reelworks.org and mediamkrs.org.
Reel Works in Schools and Communities brings the power of our award-winning filmmaking workshops into the classrooms of public schools and the spaces of community-based organizations.
THE POSITION
Reel Works is seeking a part-time Program Coordinator to support its Education Program. We are looking for an organized, detail-oriented person who can assist the Program Manager with on site observations, recruitment, community engagement, and administrative tasks. We welcome applicants passionate about education, filmmaking, and empowering students through storytelling.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Assist in conducting email outreach to schools, students, and community partners
Support scheduling and logistics for workshops, school visits, and recruitment events
Manage data entry of participant and school information, key performance and metrics tracking, surveys and assessments, and event engagement
Help maintain program presence at school and community events by distributing promotional materials and answering student questions
Assist in organizing and updating program materials, schedules, and outreach reports
Assist with scheduling and organization of workshops and program events
Help manage and archive program files and student records, including badging and projects
Provide basic support for social media content related to promotion, recruitment, and community engagement efforts
BENEFITS YOU’LL OBTAIN:
Hands-on experience working in nonprofit arts education supporting free programs for NYC youth
Networking opportunities with professionals in the nonprofit and media industries
Professional Development in pedagogy and youth development
QUALIFICATIONS
Eligible to work in the U.S.
Alignment and passion for our mission [Change the Story Tellers, Change the World!] and our core values [Growth, Accountability, Community, Self-expression, Equity, and Impact]
Proficient in Google Apps (Docs, Sheets, Calendar) and comfortable with data entry and tracking systems
Able to assist program staff with administrative work related to education, recruitment, and outreach
Comfortable and effective in interacting professionally with Reel Works staff, parents, partners, and participants
Able to provide innovative solutions and organizational systems
Willing to attend school and community events to represent the program
Reel Works is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating and developing an inclusive staff team. BIPOC, people with intersecting identities - LGBTQIA+, women and non-binary people, people living with disabilities and others with lived experience being part of marginalized communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
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