Volunteer at the Atlanta Film Festival

Volunteer Application

We would like to invite you to apply for a volunteer role for the 2026 ATLFF (April 23rd-May 3rd) and other events throughout the year. We encourage our volunteers to enjoy both behind the scenes view of the festival as well as being entertained as the audience through earned volunteer benefits (listed above).

Once your application is completed, please make plans to attend one of our volunteer orientations (listed above). The volunteer coordinator will be in contact with you via email to discuss scheduling.

We would like to invite you to apply for a volunteer role for the 2026 ATLFF (April 23rd-May 3rd) and other events throughout the year. The Atlanta Film Society needs hundreds of outgoing and enthusiastic volunteers every year for both the Atlanta Film Festival and our year-round programs. Volunteering for ATLFF is about helping a wonderful selection of films and artists to share their stories here in Atlanta. You are the unsung heroes who produce an amazing festival every year and provide Atlanta with year-round film events and unforgettable experiences.

Things to Know about volunteering for the ATLFF

  • To express interest in volunteering, fill out the form at the bottom of the page. Once completed, you will be added to our mailing list for all upcoming orientation dates and event information. Orientation is mandatory for all volunteers.

  • Year round Volunteers may earn general admission tickets to Plaza/Tara Theatre. Festival Volunteers have the potential to earn the following perks for their contribution to the Atlanta Film Society:

    • A Ticket to a creative conference panel/workshop, ATLFF screening, or ATLFS Year-round programming

    • An All-Access Pass to the ATLFF ‘26 Virtual Festival

    • A year long Atlanta Film Society membership or a 2027 Film & Conference Badge

    More information about benefits will be provided at our mandatory orientation.

  • The Atlanta Film Society's success is based on creating a positive, professional and fun atmosphere for our audience, filmmakers and guests. Our staff and volunteers are our greatest assets, therefore it is important to remember that as a volunteer you are often the first and last impression of the Atlanta Film Society.

    • I understand that while volunteering I must abide by established COVID guidelines and testing protocol. 

    • I understand I represent the Atlanta Film Society and its interests while on shift.

    • I understand volunteers are un-paid.

    • I understand that as a volunteer, I should be polite, courteous and respectful at all times to the ATLFS patrons and fellow volunteers.

    • I understand as a volunteer, the patron has the priority in seating.

    • I understand I am required to be in uniform while volunteering and out of uniform when not volunteering.

    • I understand that the festival is counting on me for the shifts that I am assigned. I will contact my volunteer team lead if an emergency cancellation arises.

    • I am at least 18 years of age.

    The Atlanta Film Society, in accordance with applicable federal and state law, is an equal-opportunity employer that seeks an inclusive and representative staff and particularly welcomes applications from women and diverse ethnicities. The Atlanta Film Society does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy/childbirth, medical condition, disability, age, ancestry, marital status, citizenship or veteran status. This nondiscrimination policy covers all staff members, interns and volunteers.