The Hawai'i International Film Festival (HIFF) is seeking a visionary and dynamic Executive Director to lead the organization forward.
We are looking for a collaborative leader with experience in fundraising, strategic leadership, community engagement, team development, and nonprofit governance-someone passionate about elevating film, culture, and underrepresented voices across Hawai'i, Asia, and the Pacific.
Strong candidates will bring meaningful ties to Hawai'i, experience in the creative industries, and a proven ability to build partnerships, grow revenue, and strengthen organizational impact.
See the full job description and apply at https://hiff.org/jobs/.
ABOUT HIFF
Founded in 1981, the Hawai'i International Film Festival (HIFF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the premier cinematic event in the Pacific. HIFF is the only Academy Award–qualifying film festival in the world with a dedicated focus on Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander content. For over four decades, HIFF has served as a vital cultural bridge between East and West, championing diverse, indigenous, and international storytellers through world-class exhibition and programming.
HIFF's marquee event – the annual Fall Festival – draws over 50,000 attendees and screens 300+ films from more than 50 countries. And our organization also runs year-round programming that includes the ʻŌpio Fest youth showcase, the HIFILM Industry Conference, monthly membership mixers and screenings, community events, and education initiatives across the Hawaiian Islands.
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Aaron Hansen
Hawai'i International Film Festival
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