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Registration: Boulder International Film Festival

Thank you for your interest in the Boulder International Film Festival!

All new volunteers, and former volunteers who did NOT sign up in 2022, 2023 or 2024, need to complete this registration page in full so we can accurately match your interests with our needs. After entering your information, please press the Submit Button at the end of this page.
 Please note that this application is not submittable from all mobile devices; you are encouraged to complete it using a laptop or desktop computer.

Your registration will be processed within about 48 hours and you will receive a Welcome Letter with additional information about the BIFF2025 season. If you do not receive your Welcome Letter or if you have any questions, please contact Volunteer@biff1.com.

BIFF VOLUNTEER ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

By submitting a request to participate as a volunteer with the Boulder International Film Festival, you agree to the following:

  • The information that you provide in this application is correct.
  • Completing this application does not guarantee you a volunteer position with the Festival.
  • Volunteers receive no monetary compensation for their donation of time for the activities performed before, during, or after the Festival.
  • The Festival does not provide medical or other coverage for volunteers before, during or after BIFF in cases of injury or illness.
  • Your picture may be used in BIFF media collateral.
  • Volunteers are expected to participate in one of two scheduled in-person volunteer orientation sessions. Those who will be volunteering at venues, handling cash/credit transactions, or performing specialized functions may be required to attend additional virtual or in-person training sessions.
  • Volunteers are expected to provide at least 10 hours of service during the Festival by working shifts on one or more teams. NOTE: shifts are posted in mid-February on our Shiftboard scheduling system: https://www.shiftboard.com/BIFF/
* required field
APPLICANT INFORMATION
 
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
* *Mandatory* - Yes, I would like to be part of BIFF 2025!
 Yes  No
* Date of Birth
* Specify your T-Shirt size
* Have you volunteered for past BIFF seasons?
 Yes  No
If "No", where did you hear about volunteering for BIFF?
Volunteer Match
BIFF Website
BIFF Newsletter
BIFF Facebook page
BIFF Instagram account
BIFF Flyer/Poster/Program
From a friend
Other (specify below)
If 'Other' Specify Here
If YES, please mark the year(s)
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016
2015
2014
2013
2012
2011
2010
2009
2008
2007
If YES, please describe your role(s)
Mark your interest in any of the following volunteer teams/functions where experience is appreciated, but NOT REQUIRED: (Note: MUST SELECT TWO OR MORE TEAMS TO SEE FESTIVAL SHIFTS)
Box Office
Call 2 Action
Events - (Setup/Strike-Guest Service-Bartending-Busser)
Festival Pass Pick-Up
Festival Surveys
Merchandise Sales
Production/Setup-Strike
Program Distribution
Stage Management
Sustainability
Tech Wizards
Venues - (Usher/Lines)
Youth Education Program
If Under 16 - provide your parent's name/email and your school name
Are you a CU student?
 Yes  No
Are you TIPS Certified (for serving/bartending)?
 Yes  No
What is your current profession?
Why do you want to volunteer for BIFF?
Do you require any ADA accommodations to volunteer for BIFF?
 Yes  No
If 'Yes', what special accommodations do you need? (BIFF will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodation, if possible)
* *MANDATORY* As a BiFF volunteer, I agree to do my best to help create an environment that is welcoming, safe, and inspiring to all by committing to being: -Inclusive and respectful of people of every race, ethnicity, gender identity/expression, disability, sexual orientation, nationality, religion, age, physical appearance and body size, language spoken, and immigration or economic status, by refraining from demeaning, discriminatory, or harassing behavior or speech. -Intentional with my words by abstaining from hate speech or actions of any kind. -Mindful of the personal space and boundaries of others by avoiding unwelcome sexual attention, harassment, stalking, and inappropriate physical contact of any kind.
 Yes
* Are you interested in volunteering for an unpaid role with increased RESPONSIBILITIES before and during the festival?
 Yes  No
If so, Indicate availability:
Before festival week
During festival week
Starting On What Date
Please indicate in the text box below how many hours per week you would be available before and/or during the festival.

IF AVAILABLE FOR INCREASED RESPONSIBILITIES, PLEASE INDICATE WHAT AREAS OF EXPERTISE YOU ARE INTERESTED IN BASED ON YOUR AVAILABILITY, PRIOR EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Computer skills/experience
Spreadsheets
Database systems
Eventive Ticketing Software
IT Support (wifi/devices/networks)
Professional skills/experience
Box Office
Production Mgmt/Setup-Strike
Events Mgmt/Planning/Catering
Social Media Marketing
Stage Management
Theater/House Manager
Line Manager
Security Guard
Volunteer/Human Resources Mgmt
Additional Skills
Can lift/carry weight of 25 lbs
If fluent in foreign language(s) - please list
* *MANDATORY* I AGREE IN MY TIME AS A BOULDER FILM FESTIVAL VOLUNTEER TO ADHERE TO ALL HEALTH AND SAFETY GUIDELINES (SHOULD THEY BECOME NECESSARY) SET FORTH BY THE FESTIVAL WHICH MAY INCLUDE BUT MAY NOT BE LIMITED TO: WEARING A MASK, KEEPING SOCIAL DISTANCE, NOT ATTENDING THE FESTIVAL IF SICK OR IF I HAVE BEEN IN CONTACT WITH SOMEONE WHO IS SICK
Yes
* *MANDATORY* I, “VOLUNTEER”, AGREE TO NOT HOLD BIFF LIABLE SHOULD I CONTRACT COVID-19 OR OTHER INFECTIOUS DISEASES WHILE WORKING AS A VOLUNTEER. I UNDERSTAND VOLUNTEERING CAN INVOLVE RISK OF EXPOSURE TO OTHER PEOPLE WHO MAY HAVE INFECTIOUS DISEASES AND I ACCEPT THAT RISK. I WILL HOLD BIFF HARMLESS FROM ANY LOSS OR LIABILITY I MAY SUFFER FROM ANY INFECTIOUS DISEASE CONTRACTED WHILE WORKING AS A VOLUNTEER.
Yes
* *MANDATORY* I understand and agree that I assume any and all risks that may arise out of my participation as a Volunteer for the Colorado Film Society/Boulder International Film Festival (BIFF), and its programs. I therefore release the Colorado Film Society/BIFF, its programs, their agents, employees and contractors from any and all liability that may arise out of or in connection with my participation in the Colorado Film Society/BIFF and other programs, including but not limited to potential claims for any damages, costs, attorneys’ fees or other legal relief of any kind. I further understand and agree to indemnify and hold the Colorado Film Society/BIFF, its programs, their agents, employees and contractors, harmless from any such claims or legal actions arising out of or relating to my participation as a volunteer for the Colorado Film Society/BIFF even in the case of negligence or breach of this agreement.
Yes
Demographic Information
Please specify your age category (requested for grant applications)
What is your gender? (requested for grant applications)
Please specify your race/ethnicity (requested for grant applications)
* *MANDATORY* Emergency Contact Name
* *MANDATORY* Emergency Contact Phone
Emergency Notes/Relationship, Instructions, etc.
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