Volunteer Information

Held annually in June, Film Independent's Los Angeles Film Festival showcases the best of American and international cinema over the course of 11 days.  We screen more then 250 features, documentaries, shorts, and music videos. Now in its 14th year and with an attendance goal of 100,000, the Festival has grown into a world-class event uniting new and established filmmakers with the movie-loving public. But we can't do it all without your help.

What you can expect as a volunteer:

• You will have a rewarding experience while being treated with courtesy and respect.
• Although you will work hard, you can expect to have fun.
• Volunteer shifts run approximately 3-5 hours.
• You'll get a behind-the-scenes look at how a festival is run and learn more about the entertainment business.
• You'll work with a team of professionals that enjoys movies just as much as you do.
• You'll make new friends and connections.
• You'll have the opportunity to view films before they are released (as well as some that may never be released).

What we expect from volunteers:

• We expect you to arrive for your scheduled shift on time, dressed appropriately, and ready to work.
• We expect you to abide by our rules of conduct both on- and off-duty. Remember, you officially represent the Festival.
• We expect you to become familiar with the information in the Festival Film Guide.
• We expect you to treat everyone with respect – friendliness and a smile can often make someone's day.
• If you are unable to make a shift or are running late to a shift, we expect you to contact one of the Volunteer Coordinators immediately so we may ensure the Festival runs smoothly.
• We expect you to work to your fullest capacity, but allow yourself time to enjoy the Festival.

Volunteer Meetings

All prospective volunteers and interns are required to attend one of the meetings. Each meeting will consist of an introduction to the 2008 Festival, information on the different roles of a volunteer, explanation of the rules & regulations of this years Festival, and a Q&A session. Volunteers should be on time and come with a pen and paper for notes.

2008 Meeting Dates

Thursday, May 15, 7:00 pm
Saturday, May 17, 11:00 am
Thursday, May 22, 7:00 pm
All meetings will take place at 1020 Westwood Blvd.

The application for volunteering and interning is now available online. If you're interested in an intern position, contact Nancy Kim at Film Independent (and include the word "intern" in the subject line) or call 310.432.1207.

Recent films that have played at the Festival include:
Young @ Heart, 2 Days in Paris, The Devil Wears Prada, Little Miss Sunshine, Monster House, An Inconvenient Truth, The Descent, A Scanner Darkly, Garden State, Hero, March of the Penguins, Before Sunset, Fahrenheit 911, Maria Full of Grace, and Cabin Fever.