GAZE is seeking a new festival director to lead the creative vision for the festival in a new strategic cycle. 

Seeking an experienced programmer with a background in LGBTQIA film programming, experience working in a collaborative festival team and a passion for delivering thoughtful events to a high standard, which speak to a multitude of communities.

The role is part-time, year-round, working with a highly collaborative team and skilled board to deliver on GAZE’s flagship event and annual pop-up events. 

The person will also be responsible for maintaining key relationships with partners, venues, stakeholders, film distributors, sales agents and building a network with Irish and International programmers and filmmakers for the festival. 

For more information on the role, please visit GAZE, and if you would like an informal discussion on the role, please reach out to Evan Horan, GAZE Co-Chair, by email to [email protected].

Applicants should prepare a CV and Covering Letter (each max 2 sides of A4), outlining their relevant experience and how they meet the requirements of the person specification, and send by email to [email protected] by 05:00 PM on Monday, 22nd September. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview during the week of 6th October, and should be available to start the contract in January 2026.