The German Film Office (GFO) is currently seeking a

Newsletter/Web Editor

We are seeking a qualified candidate to join our 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, we collaborate 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-Instituts 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

Our 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 our 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.