volunteer

Volunteer FAQs

Q: How many hours does a volunteer work?
A: Volunteer hours vary, but count on two evening orientation meetings in the month before the festival. During the festival, your hours will vary, but expect to be on the ground for 4 - 6 hours a day.

Q: Do I have to be a film student to apply for an internship?
A: Queen's University Film and Media students may apply for a 3rd year film credit for their internship, but being a student at Queen's is not a requirement of the internship. We are happy to consider applicants from any background, but a knowledge of film and the film industry is an asset.

Q: Do I need to know a lot about film to be a volunteer?
A: Knowledge and enthusiasm for film is a welcome asset in our volunteers but it is not needed. Many volunteer jobs at the festival require only a friendly, outgoing attitude.

Q: Can I submit a film if I’m an intern or volunteer?
A: Your film submission is welcome even if you are a volunteer or intern with the festival. Just don't count on special consideration. All submissions are treated equally and reviewed only for quality and fit with the festival's mandate.

VOLUNTEER FOR KCFF 2012 - register here.

MEETINGS

Please join us at any or all of the following volunteer meetings. All meetings take place at the Screening Room Movie Theatre, 120 Princess Street.

Monday January 23, 5:30 pm
Monday January 30, 5:30 pm
Monday February 13, 5:30 pm
Monday February 27, 5:30 pm - volunteer t-shirts and final schedules distributed at this meeting.

KCFF depends heavily on its volunteers who, every year, help make the festival successful. The festival relies on volunteer support for:

Hospitality - assist our visiting industry guests
Receptions - ticket taking, food service and general help
Events - ticket taking, ushers, marketing studies

We are dedicated to providing a great experience for our volunteers. Volunteers of the festival enjoy:

Invitations to the parties, including the private reception with festival guests
Access to the films
Free festival t-shirt
Discounted festival passes

INTERNSHIPS

KCFF offers a number of credited internships opportunities. Running from December to March, KCFF internships offers the opportunity to meet people in the film industry, learn about festival administration, and gain valuable work experience.

Because KCFF is a small organization, our interns are key members of our staff. Each will have the opportunity to manage their own projects, interact with industry professionals and manage their time to complete assignments on deadline. The internship is fast-paced and challenging, but also great fun.

Interns have been selected for the 2012 festival. To apply for an internship with the 2013 festival please check back in fall 2012.