The Hong Kong Int'l Film Festival Society Ltd 香港國際電影節協會招聘

We are looking for aspiring individuals to join our dynamic team to fill the following positions:

Operations Assistant, HKIFFS (2 months)

Responsibilities:

  •  Assist the Operations team in all issues related to festival operations including:

    • handling enquiries and complaints related to the operations of the annual HKIFF and other Society organized events;

    • Handle audience enquiries and complaints related to HKIFF screenings, events, and Society activities with professionalism and efficiency; 

    • Manage CineClub subscription processing, updates, subscriber support, and Festival pass preparation for staff, guests, and media; 

    • Input and update all screening information on the HKIFF website and mobile app;

    • Proofread film schedules, website content, and booking folders to ensure accuracy before launch and printing; 

    • Coordinate with the website vendor for content updates, functional enhancements, and bug fixes; 

    • Liaise with screening venues to ensure smooth audience flow, entry/exit, and seating arrangements; 

    • Organize logistics for booking folder delivery, promotional materials, and the setup and daily operations of the HKIFF Temporary Office;

    • Prepare agendas and minutes for coordination meetings and manage schedules;

    • Assist in ticketing operations, including sales report;

    • Support event coordination for Opening Ceremonies, Premieres, online streaming, and other Society events; 

    • Perform guest reception duties and on-site support at the HKIFF Temporary Office during the festival;

  • Perform any other tasks as assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or management from time to time.

Requirements:

  • University graduate or equivalent;

  • Proactive, Independent, good interpersonal and communication skills;

  • 1 - 2 years' working experience in film-related field will be an advantage;

  • Good communication skills in Cantonese, English, Mandarin will be an advantage; 

  • Understanding web and mobile app trends and experience in managing CMS will be an advantage; 

  • Experience in publishing will be an advantage; 

  • Proficient in Adobe Suite software will be an advantage;

  • Proficient in PC skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access); 

  • Passion for film will be an advantage; and

  • Required to work overtime and irregular hours including full-day work on weekends and public holidays from January to April 2026.

This position is offered on temporary contract terms only.

Festival Assistant, HKIFF (16 March – 15 April) – 6 posts

Responsibilities:

  • Perform guest reception duties including but not limited to pick-up / drop-off guests in the airport / hotel; escort guests from hotel to cinemas for meet-the-audience / Q&A sessions, and vice versa; co-ordinate with the company’s assigned interpreters/moderators for the meet-the-audience / Q&A sessions;

  • Prepare and arrange distribution of guest welcome kits;

  •  Arrange festival passes for working staff, guests and related personnel;

  • Perform clerical duty including but not limited to answering festival enquiries; printing of invitation card labels and sending of cards; and updating RSVP records; Assist in the setup of the festival temporary office at HK Cultural Centre; and on duty at the temporary office during the festival period; Provide on-site support for festival events such as manning of reception desk, ticket redemption, ticket sales, book sales and event helper duty;

  • Perform any other tasks as assigned by the immediate supervisor and / or management from time to time.

Requirements:

  • Tertiary education or equivalent;

  • At least 1 years' working experience in guest relationship will be an advantage;

  • Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills;

  • Excellent command of both written and spoken English and Chinese including Putonghua;

  • Proficient in PC skills (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint); and

  • Require to work overtime and at irregular hours including full-day work on weekends and public holidays during certain peak periods.

This position is offered on temporary contract terms only.

Event and Hospitality Officer, HKIFF (2 months)

Responsibilities:

  • To assist in event planning and support the execution and logistics of festival events;

  • To assist in communication with internal teams and external parties to ensure a smooth event run;

  • To be responsible for the travel and accommodation arrangements of Festival guests;

  • To communicate with the Festival guests for events execution;

  • To be on duty at the HKIFF temporary office at Tsimshatsui during the festival period;

  • To perform guest reception duty;

  • To offer administrative support to the event and hospitality teams;

  • To perform any other tasks assigned by the immediate supervisor and / or management from time to time.

Requirements:

  • Higher Diploma in Marketing, Communication, Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or related field;

  • At least 2 years' working experience in event management / guest relationship will be an advantage;

  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation and negotiation skills;

  • Excellent command of both written and spoken English, Cantonese and Putonghua;

  • Proficient in PC skills (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint); and

  • Required to work overtime and irregular hours including full-day work on weekends and public holidays during certain periods.

This position is offered on temporary contract terms only.

Interested parties should apply with detailed resume stating current and expected salary to The HR & Administration Office, The Hong Kong International Film Festival Society at Unit B, 3rd Floor, Block B, Wing Hong Factory Building, 777-783 Yu Chau West Street, Kowloon, Hong Kong, or email to hr@hkiff.org.hk.

(All personal data provided by applicants will be used for recruitment purpose only.  Only those who are shortlisted will be contacted.)

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