International Documentary Association
Conference Producer (Contract), Getting Real ’26
International Documentary Association, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Compensation
Compensation is dependent on experience and the scope of engagement, within the period of January 2026 through July 2026.
Reports To Executive Director
Job Location We welcome candidates from SoCal, within a reasonable distance from Los Angeles. Candidates may work from IDA’s Koreatown office (optional).
Deadline Submit applications by December 29, 2025, for the initial review period. Applications close January 9, 2026.
Job Overview The International Documentary Association (IDA) is seeking an experienced Conference Producer (Contract) to lead the strategy, planning, and execution of Getting Real ’26, our flagship biennial convening for the global documentary community. This contract role reports to the Executive Director and oversees all aspects of event production for a hybrid in-person/virtual conference taking place in 2026. The conference dates are July 20-23, 2026.
Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is a collaborative, detail-oriented event leader who excels at delivering high-quality experiences, managing complex logistics, and fostering a welcoming, accessible environment for attendees. This role requires strong project management skills, budget and vendor oversight, and the ability to coordinate with multiple departments to bring a large-scale conference to life.
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Reports To Executive Director
Job Location We welcome candidates from SoCal, within a reasonable distance from Los Angeles. Candidates may work from IDA’s Koreatown office (optional).
Deadline Submit applications by December 29, 2025, for the initial review period. Applications close January 9, 2026.
Job Overview The International Documentary Association (IDA) is seeking an experienced Conference Producer (Contract) to lead the strategy, planning, and execution of Getting Real ’26, our flagship biennial convening for the global documentary community. This contract role reports to the Executive Director and oversees all aspects of event production for a hybrid in-person/virtual conference taking place in 2026. The conference dates are July 20-23, 2026.
Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is a collaborative, detail-oriented event leader who excels at delivering high-quality experiences, managing complex logistics, and fostering a welcoming, accessible environment for attendees. This role requires strong project management skills, budget and vendor oversight, and the ability to coordinate with multiple departments to bring a large-scale conference to life.
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