The Vail Film Festival is seeking students or recent graduates with backgrounds in Cinema and Media, Literature, or Communication to help support the film programming department. Selected candidates will be a part of the core screening committee for feature and documentary film submissions, and will be exposed to the programming process.
These are unpaid positions. Scheduling is flexible as the viewing is done on your own schedule. The position is best suited for someone who is passionate about cinema.
This position is open to all – you do not have to be a student to apply.
BENEFITS
This position offers a unique opportunity to participate in an exciting film and cultural event. Volunteers will broaden their knowledge of contemporary international film styles and trends as part of the programming team of a leading international independent film festival.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Our ideal candidate will possess the following skills and traits:
○ Attention to detail
○ Strong analytical writing skills
○ Independent and dependable
○ Knowledge of or strong interest in independent cinema
○ Able to meet deadlines
○ Availability for the length of the festival programming period (February to mid-April)
