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Grant Writer

7to8 Production and Distribution
Pittsburgh, PA Contractor
POSTED ON 3/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/23/2025

WE ARE HIRING!


Position: Grant Writer


Start time: Mid-April


Join 7to8 Production and Distribution on our march toward making Pittsburgh our backlot! We are looking for talented grant writers to help us secure funding for short and feature-length films--empowering independent filmmakers to bring their stories to life.


If you have experience in grant writing and a passion for the entertainment industry, we’d love to hear from you.


With a strong desire to support emerging workers for independent film, 7to8 is granting 25% to the write of the grant prize with an uncapped amount to each grant received.


Responsibilities

  • Research and identify grant opportunities from public and private sources that align with the company's film projects.
  • Write compelling grant proposals, applications, and supporting documents to secure funding for short and feature-length films.
  • Collaborate with filmmakers and production teams to gather necessary information for grant submissions.
  • Ensure all grant applications meet eligibility criteria, guidelines, and deadlines.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with grant-making organizations and funding institutions.
  • Track and report on the status of submitted grants, following up as needed.
  • Assist in preparing budgets and financial statements required for grant applications.
  • Stay up to date with industry trends and new funding opportunities.
  • Streamline tasks and documents on work management platform, Jira.


Compensation and Benefits

With a strong desire to support emerging workers for independent film, 7to8 is incentivizing 25% of the grant prize to the writer with an uncapped amount to each grant/award received.


Qualifications

Strong research skills to identify relevant grant opportunities.

Grant writing and strong skills in English preferred

Ability to work independently and collaboratively with filmmakers and production teams.

No film experience needed!

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