It takes more than 300 people to produce the American Film Market, the world’s largest motion picture trade event. Looking for a fun, challenging job? Come join the AFM 2011 Staff.

The following positions are open:

Accounting Assistant

Job Description: Clerical and administrative support; prepare/maintain Excel schedules; filing and maintenance of corporate files; maintain department calendar and rolodex (Outlook); organize onsite cashiers (supplies and training); revise/update forms, memos, etc.

Requirements: Strong computer skills including Word (intermediate) and Excel (intermediate). Must be able to multi-task. Good communication and organizational skills.

Duration: 2 months

Accounts Receivable

Job Description: Prepare/maintain Excel schedules; order and payment entry; customer service – receive calls/questions from customers via phone and email; customer account reconciliation and refunds; filing and faxing; cashiering at AFM.

Requirements: Accounts Receivable experience.  Strong computer skills including Word & Excel. Must be detail-oriented, organized, proactive and able to multi-task. Excellent customer relations and communication skills.

Duration: 2 Months

Administrative Assistants

(Registration, Screenings & Hotels)

Job Description: Data entry, filing, answering high volume of phone calls and responding to multiple e-mails. These administrative positions will assist in the Registration, Equipment, Screenings, and Hotel departments.

Requirements: Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel and Outlook), and ability to quickly master new software. Must be energetic, detail-oriented, extremely organized and able to multi-task.

Duration: 2 - 4 Months

Receptionists

Job Description: Answering high volume of phone calls and transferring them to the proper departments; logging parking validations, supervising courier and messenger services and greeting guests.

Requirements: Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment. Being punctual, upbeat and energetic is key.

Duration: 1 – 2 Months

Most positions start between June and September and end in November.

Application Procedure for the above positions: Fax or mail your resume (indicating the position for which you are applying) to Portia McGrew, IFTA, 10850 Wilshire Blvd., 9th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90024-4321. Fax: 1.310-446-1600. NO CALLS PLEASE.

Theatre Staff

Job Description: Greeting attendees at the door of the theatre, checking for proper badges and ensuring attendees are directed to their desired film. Checking for technical problems periodically during the screenings. Helping lost or confused guests. Putting up poster marquees, screening schedules and screening boards. Helping the theatre coordinators with prints. Removing AFM signage after the screenings.

Requirements: Must be highly energetic, have a positive attitude and be enthusiastic about working with people. Good head for trouble shooting. Must also be proactive, a good listener and able to follow directions.

Dates: November 2 - 9, 2011

Application Procedure for Theatre Staff: Telephone Leah at Star Staffing 1.310-278-0511. Please specify that you are calling about AFM 2011. Note: You must be available for an interview in Los Angeles on Tuesday, October 18 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.