Film Traffic Manager

Outfest

Film Traffic Manager responsible for the delivery and quality control of film assets for Outfest NEXT. Collaborating with teams and managing exhibition files while ensuring timely screenings at the event.

Posted 7/4/2026part-timeLos Angeles • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $27 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Overseeing the delivery, quality control, and distribution of all film assets for Outfest NEXT
Managing the receipt, download, and transfer of exhibition files between filmmakers and Outfest’s event platform
Maintaining and updating the print tracking database (Airtable) to monitor all incoming and outgoing film assets
Coordinating shipments of physical media to and from event venues and ensuring timely delivery
Arranging customs clearance and troubleshooting print or shipping issues as needed
Quality-checking all exhibition files to identify discrepancies or errors and resolving them with film teams
Collaborating with the projectionists to confirm playability of all assets
Serving as a point of contact for projection teams to ensure screenings begin on time and run smoothly
Documenting and archiving digital exhibition files for Outfest’s records.

Requirements

What you’ll need

2–3 years of experience in film festivals, film traffic, projection, or technical media roles
Familiarity with exhibition formats (DCP, ProRes, MP4) and projection workflows
Knowledge of editing or file prep software (Final Cut, Premiere) a plus
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Airtable, and Google Workspace
Strong organizational and troubleshooting skills; detail-oriented under deadlines
Excellent communication skills for working with filmmakers and technical teams.

Benefits

Comp & perks

No traditional benefits (such as health insurance or paid time off) currently offered

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Hard Skills & Tools

Quality ControlFilm Asset ManagementFile Preparation Software (Final Cut, Premiere)TroubleshootingDigital File Archiving

Soft Skills

Detail-OrientedStrong Organizational SkillsExcellent Communication Skills