Film Festival Screeners

Salary: Unpaid

The North West Independent Film Festival seeks volunteer Screeners to watch short films submitted to the festival and provide feedback.

We’re looking for talented film professionals interested in expanding their skills. Experience in watching short films is essential. A passion for British film and dedication to learning more about the art of film programming are also important qualities. We particularly welcome applications from people who identify with groups that are under-represented in the arts community.

The submissions screening process will take place online and be on an as-and-when basis, as the submissions come in. As a minimum, you will be assigned 20 short films and a brief written review will be expected for each. All films will be 15 minutes or less in length, including credits.

Screeners will have regular access to the Festival Director for guidance, and there will be one online meeting where the programming team will discuss the films they’ve watched.

Role description

• This is a voluntary role.
• Hours will be ad hoc to fit around individual needs.
• All screeners will be given a complimentary festival pass to NWIFF 2025.
• To learn more about the festival, please see the NWIFF website.

Role responsibilities

• Watching submissions as assigned from FilmFreeway.
• Providing brief written feedback on the films screened.
• Participation in a programming meeting via Zoom.

Person specifications

• Passion and understanding of short films.
• General knowledge of the British film festival circuit.
• Wide range of interest in film genre.
• Must be able to work independently, watching films in own time and working to deadlines.
• Trustworthy, honest and discreet.
• Excellent communications skills (verbal and written).

How to apply

Please send a CV and covering email outlining your experience for the role to: hello@nwiff.co.uk.

The closing date for this position is 31/01/2025 at 23:59