IT TAKES A COMMUNITY…
CIFF’s unique combination of screenings, masterclasses, workshops, and special events would not be possible without the generosity and support of our outstanding volunteer teams. They love film, love our communities, and work tirelessly to create the best CIFF experience possible for all our attendees and guests.
As a CIFF volunteer, you’ll enjoy an unusual, behind-the-scenes experience with one of the top documentary film festivals in the world. You’ll meet new people and enjoy access to festival events. Most importantly, you’ll be part of the growing CIFF family!
If you want to work hard, have fun, and make the magic happen, please consider joining us as a volunteer!
VOLUNTEER BENEFITS
Every volunteer is essential to making this festival a success. Depending on your availability and interests, as well as our needs, hours may be completed before or during the festival weekend.
Be a Festival Friend in 2024
With every 4 hours of your time, you’ll earn our eternal gratitude, and 1 ticket for general admission to any film of your choice during the in-person Festival September 12-15th
Be a Festival Fan in 2024
With every 8 hours of your time, you’ll earn our eternal gratitude, and one ticket to use at one of our After Dark parties OR 2 tickets for general admission to any films of your choice during the in-person Festival September 12-15th.
Be a Volunteer Hero in 2024
With every 16 hours you have the option to select the benefit of a CIFF Virtual Festival Pass which allows you access to screen a selection of our feature and short films from the comfort of your own home at anytime from September 16-30th OR a CIFF Screenings Pass. The CIFF Screenings pass includes admission to all in-person screenings at all venues during CIFF in-person festival September 12-15th. It does NOT include access to the Points North Forum, the Virtual Festival, the Industry Lounge, or access to parties or receptions. OR 2 tickets to our After Dark parties.
Be a Volunteer Legend in 2024
Volunteering for 24 hours or more earns a CIFF All Access Pass. The CIFF All Access Pass includes admission to all in-person screenings at all venues during CIFF’s during CIFF in-person festival September 12-15th, access to the Points North Forum, the beloved Points North Pitch, and access to CIFF After Dark parties. With an All Access Pass, you’ll also have the opportunity to watch films through our Virtual Festival Sept 16-30th (including the special 20th Anniversary additions).
HOW TO VOLUNTEER
Please follow the link below to register. Once your registration is processed, you will receive a welcome e-mail from us (check your bulk/spam/junk folder!) Questions? Please contact us at [email protected]
VOLUNTEER BENEFITS AND PERKS
Be a Festival Friend in 2023 – With every 4 hours of your time, you’ll earn our eternal gratitude, and 1 ticket for general admission to any film of your choice during the Festival.
Be a Festival Fan in 2023 – With every 8 hours of your time, you’ll earn our eternal gratitude, and one ticket to use at one of our After Dark parties OR 2 tickets for general admission to any films of your choice during the Festival.
Be a Volunteer Hero in 2023 – With every 16 hours you have the option to select the benefit of a Virtual Festival Pass which allows you access to screen our slate of feature and short films from the comfort of your own home at any time from September 18-25th OR 1 Screenings Pass for general admission to any films of your choice during the Festival OR 2 tickets to our After Dark parties.
Be a Volunteer Legend in 2023 – volunteering for 24 hours or more earns an All Access Pass which includes admission to all in-person screenings at all venues, with pre-registration, during CIFF’s in person festival September 14-17th, advance reservation for the beloved Points North Pitch, and access to all After Dark parties. With an All Access Pass, you’ll also have the opportunity to watch films through the Virtual platform anytime September 18-25th.
HOW TO VOLUNTEER
Please follow the link below to register. Once your registration is processed, you will receive a welcome e-mail from us (check your bulk/spam/junk folder!) Questions? Please contact us at [email protected]
FRIEND
8 Hours = 4 Tickets
Want to join in the fun, but your life is super-busy? With 8 hours of your time, you’ll earn our eternal gratitude, 4 tickets for general admission to any films of your choice plus additional free admission to selected screenings at the Camden Opera House throughout the Festival weekend, an official volunteer T-shirt, and access to CIFF’s Closing Night Party. Depending on your availability and interests, as well as our needs, hours may be completed before or during the Festival weekend.
HERO
18 Hours = Screenings + Forum Pass
With 18 hours of your time dedicated to CIFF, you’ll be our hero! In addition to all the benefits enjoyed by our Volunteer Friends, you’ll receive a Screenings + Forum Pass giving you passholder admission to all screenings at CIFF and to all open workshops and panels at CIFF’s Points North Documentary Film Forum. Depending on your availability and interests, as well as our needs, hours may be completed before or during the Festival weekend.
LEGEND
24 Hours = All-Access Pass
Whether you’re eager to jump into action now or are willing to dedicate the entire Festival weekend to a frenzy of creativity, you could be a CIFF Volunteer Legend! Every CIFF season ultimately depends on a core group of committed volunteers who devote 24 or more hours of time and care to all areas of the festival: publicity, box office, transportation, tech support, events, and venues. Where are your interests? Let us know via your registration here, and we’ll work to match you with the right jobs. In addition to all the benefits enjoyed by our Volunteer Friends and Heroes, you’ll receive an All-Access Pass (21+ only) giving you admission to several All Access-only events with guests, which include top emerging documentary filmmakers and industry representatives. Depending on your availability and interests, as well as our needs, hours may be completed before or during the Festival weekend.
