Volunteer

Every year, more than 1,800 volunteers help create a global platform for independent film. Volunteers are needed to assist in all areas of the Sundance Film Festival--from theater entrances to shuttle stops. Of course, there are exciting benefits such as being among the first audiences to see world premieres of the best new independent films. But the real benefits of volunteering aren't things, or even films--they're the experiences. If you're ready for a one-of-a-kind experience, read on and apply to join us in Utah this January!

How To Volunteer for the Sundance Film Festival

• Learn More: Decide on the type and level of commitment you'd like to make: Full-Time or Sign-Up.
  • Requirements and Benefits
  • What Volunteers Can Do
• Applying to Volunteer: Thank you for your interest in the Sundance Film Festival Volunteer Program! We have reached our capacity for volunteer applications for the 2013 Festival and the volunteer application has closed. Please check back in August 2013 for information about how to apply for the 2014 Sundance Film Festival!
• Discuss Your Application: When we review your application, we'll email you to set up a call and discuss possibilities.
• Receive a Specific Assignment: When a volunteer's interests and the Festival's needs fit, volunteers are offered a volunteer assignment with a Festival Department, usually by early December. All details are discussed on the phone and confirmed  via email.
• Get Your Schedule:
  • Sign-Up Volunteers come in person to select their shifts at a Sign-Up Night, or out-of-state volunteers have a Call-In Day in December.
  • Full-Time Volunteers will have their schedules set by the Volunteer Department and receive it via email one week prior to the Festival.
• Learn, Check-In, and Festival! All volunteers come to check-in just before volunteering to get their Festival Credentials, uniforms, etc. Volunteers are also required to attend training, some of which is provided online.
• Finally, it's Festival time! Volunteers enjoy working their assigned shifts in-between attending events, seeing films, and (maybe) sleeping.