Freelance Screening Tour Coordinator (Independent Documentary, UK-wide)

Salary: Fixed fee: £2,000–£2,800

Unsolicited Films is developing a grassroots UK screening tour for a completed 57-minute personal documentary, and is seeking a Freelance Screening Tour Coordinator to support the planning and venue-facing stages of the tour.

The film explores early childhood memory, urban wandering, personal mythology, and disillusionment with underground music subcultures. This tour will take place in 2026 (exact dates flexible). Screenings may occur in independent cinemas, community spaces, grassroots venues, and alternative arts spaces across the UK.

This is not a technical or on-site role; it is a remote coordination and communication role.

Role details

• Freelance project contract.
• Estimated 25–35 hours of work spread flexibly across 2–3 months of pre-tour planning.
• For more details and to apply, please contact zacburgers.world@gmail.com

Role responsibilities

• Research and identify suitable screening venues across UK cities
• Contact venues and initiate conversations about hosting screenings
• Coordinate availability, venue requirements, and date options
• Maintain a simple schedule / tracking sheet
• Provide basic admin support during communication with venues
• Offer guidance on expectations, logistics and standard practice for independent screenings
• Assist in shaping a preliminary tour route (no travel required)

This role does NOT require:

• Running the events in person
• Technical setup / projection
• Hosting screenings
• Live audience work

Person specifications

• Experience in film exhibition, event coordination, or arts programming
• Confidence communicating with cinemas, arts centres, or community venues
• Strong organisational and written communication skills
• Reliability and clarity in planning
• Understanding of grassroots arts or independent cinema (preferred but not essential)

How to apply

Send your CV + a short paragraph (5–8 sentences) explaining your relevant experience to: zacburgers.world@gmail.com

All communication will be via email; no video calls required.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

This role is suitable for early-career exhibition workers, arts freelancers, or coordinators looking to expand experience in independent film touring.

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The closing date for this position is 01/02/2026 at 23:59