About DCTV
Founded in 1972, Downtown Community Television Center, Inc. (DCTV) has grown into one of the leading documentary production and film education centers in the country. A community of and for documentary filmmakers, DCTV is a unique space where screenings, discussions, youth media, continuing education programs, and filmmaking resources exist side by side with award-winning productions and Firehouse: DCTV’s Cinema for Documentary Film.
DCTV has been recognized with 18 Emmy Awards, 4 duPont-Columbia Awards, 2 Academy Award Nominations, a Peabody Award, 6 New York Emmy Awards and accolades at film festivals around the world. In 2023, DCTV’s Co-Founders, Jon Alpert and Keiko Tsuno, were awarded lifetime achievement awards with the National Association of Television Arts and Sciences, and inducted into the NATAS Gold Circle.
DCTV’s programs serve 17,000 people annually, offering a one-of-a-kind opportunity to engage in the entire documentary process—from education and production to exhibition—empowering individuals to immerse themselves in every stage of the documentary journey.
Summary of the Position
We are seeking a full-time Communications Manager to play a key role in developing and executing our communications strategy. This individual will be responsible for crafting and sharing our organization’s story, increasing visibility, expanding our reach, and driving engagement across media, digital platforms, and community networks. Additionally, they will promote all DCTV programs and services, including cinema and educational programming, DCTV productions, post-production services, membership, venue rentals, and fundraising opportunities. The ideal candidate is a creative, proactive, hands-on communications professional with experience and a passion for storytelling, along with the ability to effectively engage diverse audiences across various platforms.
Responsibilities Overview
Qualifications
Compensation & Benefits
This is a full-time, exempt position with a salary range of $65,000 to $70,000 per year. Benefits include 13 days paid vacation leave; 5 days paid sick leave; 12 paid holidays; participation in a 401(k); life insurance; medical/vision/dental; transit, health, and dependent care FSA.
To Apply
If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a communications professional while making a meaningful impact, we strongly encourage you to apply. Applicants must submit the following to info@dctvny.org with the subject line: Communications Manager – Last Name, First Name.:
Thank you for your interest in joining our team! We carefully review all applications to find the best fit for the role. If your qualifications match the position, you will be contacted directly to move forward in the hiring process. We kindly ask that you refrain from reaching out to inquire about your application status, as we will be in touch if you are selected to progress further.
We appreciate your understanding and thank you again for considering a career with us.
DCTV is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
About DCTV
Founded in 1972, Downtown Community Television Center, Inc. (DCTV) has grown into one of the leading documentary production and film education centers in the country. A community of and for documentary filmmakers, DCTV is a unique space where screenings, discussions, youth media, continuing education programs, and filmmaking resources exist side by side with award-winning productions and Firehouse: DCTV’s Cinema for Documentary Film.
DCTV has been recognized with 18 Emmy Awards, 4 duPont-Columbia Awards, 2 Academy Award Nominations, a Peabody Award, 6 New York Emmy Awards and accolades at film festivals around the world. In 2023, DCTV’s Co-Founders, Jon Alpert and Keiko Tsuno, were awarded lifetime achievement awards with the National Association of Television Arts and Sciences, and inducted into the NATAS Gold Circle.
DCTV’s programs serve 17,000 people annually, offering a one-of-a-kind opportunity to engage in the entire documentary process…
This is a full-time, exempt position with a salary range of $65,000 to $70,000 per year. Benefits include 13 days paid vacation leave; 5 days paid sick leave; 12 paid holidays; participation in a 401(k); life insurance; medical/vision/dental; transit, health, and dependent care FSA.
This is a full-time, exempt position with a salary range of $65,000 to $70,000 per year. Benefits include 13 days paid vacation leave; 5 days paid sick leave; 12 paid holidays; participation in a 401(k); life insurance; medical/vision/dental; transit, health, and dependent care FSA.
To Apply
If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a communications professional while making a meaningful impact, we strongly encourage you to apply. Applicants must submit the following to info@dctvny.org with the subject line: Communications Manager – Last Name, First Name.: