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Editor-in-Chief / Magazine Editor

INDEPENDENT CINEMA OFFICE
Remote
Part-time
31st May 2026
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PRIFFZINE Editor-in-Chief / Magazine Editor

PRIFF UK

Remote

Salary: Volunteer

Phoenix Rising International Film Festival are seeking an Editor-in-Chief / Magazine Editor for PRIFFZINE

Phoenix Rising International Film Festival are seeking an Editor-in-Chief / Magazine Editor for PRIFFZINE

Commitment: 1 day per week (remote) from June to November, with potential to continue

PRIFF is looking for an Editor-in-Chief / Magazine Editor to lead PRIFFZINE from June through to this year’s festival.

This is a key leadership role. You will define the editorial voice, shape each issue, and oversee the creation of content that reflects PRIFF’s identity as a bold, filmmaker-first festival.

You will also play an important role in building the PRIFFZINE team, supporting the recruitment and onboarding of additional contributors (writers and designers).

Key Responsibilities

  • Define and lead the editorial direction of PRIFFZINE
  • Plan and structure upcoming issues (themes, features, recurring sections)
  • Commission and edit articles, interviews, and features
  • Ensure consistency in tone, quality, and voice across all content
  • Work closely with the PRIFF team on announcements, partnerships, and festival coverage
  • Support the hiring and onboarding of additional magazine team members
  • Oversee delivery timelines in the lead-up to the festival

About you:

  • Has strong editorial judgement and a clear sense of voice
  • Has experience in writing, editing, or publishing (film/media experience is a plus)
  • Is highly organised and comfortable managing contributors and deadlines
  • Understands what makes content engaging and worth reading
  • Is collaborative and proactive, with a genuine interest in independent film

What you’ll gain:

  • A leadership role within a fast-growing international film festival
  • The opportunity to shape and define a publication from the ground up
  • Direct access to filmmakers, industry professionals, and festival programming
  • A strong editorial credit and portfolio piece

Volunteers in London can receive a per diem for lunch and travel to the festival on days they are working.

Volunteers also get access to all blocks, a discount on tickets for friends and family, and free access to the awards ceremony.

To apply:

Please send your CV and a short paragraph outlining your interest in the role to priff@priffuk.co.uk.

Subject line: PRIFFZINE Editor Application

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The closing date for this position is 31/05/2026 at 09:00