September 21 – October 25, Seasonal Position
Immediate Supervisor: Volunteer Coordinator
The Mill Valley Film Festival is looking for an intern to assist with the coordination of more than 200 volunteers. Interns will get to see all aspects of a Film Festival. This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in film or event production.
Prior to the Festival interns will work in our San Rafael Offices and from home. During the Festival (10/8-18) interns will be on-site at our Festival venues in San Rafael and Mill Valley.
Primary duties will include:
• Assist Volunteer Coordinator in recruitment, training, scheduling and all related coordination of the volunteers that provide support to the Festival, during and prior.
• Assist with Shiftboard, our online scheduling website and database.
• Assist with in-kind donations for the Volunteer Party on October 25
• Provide support to volunteers on-site during the Festival
• Provide administrative and computer support (Microsoft office).
• Respond to volunteer questions and concerns
• Oversee volunteers at events (as needed)
• Assist staff on special projects (as needed)
Requirements:
• This internship involves interacting with many people including volunteers, patrons and staff. You are expected to be professional, reliable, and friendly.
• Access to public transportation (or a car)
• A valid driver’s license
• An interest in Film is helpful!
• Must be available on 9/21, 9/22, 9/26, 10/8-18, and 10/25
Sample Schedule:
• September 21, 3:00 – 7:30pm (Volunteer sign-up session #1)
• September 22, 3:00 – 6:30pm (Volunteer sign-up session #2)
• September 26, 8:00am – 1:00pm (Volunteer sign-up session #3 & orientation)
• September 17-30, approx. 4 hours a week.
• October 1-7, approx. 8 hours a week.
• October 8-18, including nights and weekends (schedule TBD)
• October 25, 1:00pm to 6:00pm (Volunteer Appreciation Party)
NOTE: Aside from the required dates (see “Requirements”) schedule is flexible and can be tailored to accommodate students and those with a part-time job.
Compensation:
This is unpaid internship. Benefits include: course credit, letters of recommendation, Film Festival vouchers, and access to Film Festival events via volunteer supervision. Interns may also be eligible to receive a CFI membership.