Opportunities
Our programmes offers a diverse range of opportunities for volunteers, interns, and mentees. By getting involved, you’ll gain valuable experience, develop new skills, and expand your professional network. Participants can benefit from mentorship, hands-on learning, and the chance to contribute to meaningful projects. Join us and be a part of something impactful!
Volunteer
Make a difference by volunteering with us and supporting meaningful projects in your community
Closes 5pm on 30th September
Internships
Gain hands-on experience and grow your skills by interning for 3-6 months with our team
OPENS IN JAN 2027
Closed
Mentoring
Share your expertise as a mentor or learn and grow as a mentee in our inspiring mentorship programme
HOLD
We invite filmmakers from around the globe to submit bold, innovative, and authentic stories that showcase distinctive storytelling and stylistic boldness, this is your opportunity to sit at the heart of the festival.
Film Selectors - OPENS 16th December 2026
If you have a passion for film culture, an aspiring filmmaker or just love cinema.
Based anywhere in the world !
Flexible schedule and festival credit
This is for you!
APPLY 15th December 2026- Deadline 18th January 2027
You will have the opportunity to work with the festival team to critically judge and select award-winning short films. This might be the first step in your career, or you're an experienced juror we would love to hear from you!
NEW for 2026
FEATURES - The best emerging long-form films from across the globe.
Gierson Accredited
Queer on Screen
The best of queer filmmaking and/or queer stories in both narrative (fiction) and non-narrative genres from UK and beyond
Environmental, Climate & Sustainability
Projects that address the Environment and/or Climate and/or Sustainability
NOTE: Returning Jurors fast track application