HQ Function

Serves as the primary administrative and operational hub for the organization, including festival planning, year-round programming, educational initiatives, and administrative functions.

Notable Features:

The SIFF Film Center includes a classroom, a 90-seat screening room (The Nesholm Family Lecture Hall), and office space. It's a modern facility designed for film education, community engagement, and intimate screenings.

Work Culture:

A passionate, collaborative, and mission-driven environment focused on arts and culture. The atmosphere can be particularly dynamic and fast-paced leading up to and during the annual festival.

HQ Significance:

The headquarters is central to SIFF's operations, enabling its year-round programming and the execution of one of North America's largest film festivals. It acts as a key cultural institution in Seattle.

Values Reflected in HQ: Community engagement, accessibility to film arts, education, and fostering a creative environment dedicated to storytelling.

Location:

While SIFF's physical operations are based in Seattle, its global presence is manifested through the international scope of its film festival. SIFF actively curates and showcases films from over 80 countries annually, bringing diverse global perspectives to its audience. It facilitates interactions with international filmmakers and industry professionals, participates in global film markets for acquisitions, and is recognized internationally as a significant platform for world cinema. This engagement supports global storytelling and cultural exchange.

Street Address:

305 Harrison St

City:

Seattle

State/Province:

WA

Country:

USA