Volunteering at Sundance London
Thank you for your interest in volunteering at Sundance London 2013!
We are no longer taking volunteer applications for this year’s Sundance London festival.
The selection process has started and will run until the beginning of April 2013.
VOLUNTEERING AT SUNDANCE LONDON
Volunteers help make Sundance London Film and Music Festival an outstanding event for our audiences and artists.
Volunteers assist in all areas, from providing patrons with information and tearing tickets, to working alongside venue managers and Festival staff assisting with a broad array of responsibilities. Of course, there are exciting benefits, such as being among the first to see the best new independent films, sit in on panels and enjoy live music events. But the real benefits of volunteering are the experiences, so if you are ready for an amazing experience, to learn new skills, meet new people and contribute to making Sundance London a fantastic experience, join the Sundance London Volunteer team at The O2 in April.
Application
Applications are now closed.
Placement
We will review volunteer applications and contact you at the beginning of April with an update. Selected volunteers will be placed in a specific position. If you have not heard from us by mid-April, please contact us to inquire on the status of your application.
Selection process
If you are selected and assigned a position, you will get your schedule or sign up for shifts (depending on your volunteer level), attend training online and onsite, and serve and enjoy Sundance London!
Requirements
- Attend Training on the evening of 23 or 24 April (depending on role).
- Volunteer for at least 3 shifts (up to 8 hours) in addition to training. There are 2 levels of involvement:
- Part Time: sign up for a minimum of 3 shifts of your choice -you are of course welcome to sign up for more than 3 if you wish to.
- Full Time: be available every day of the festival for up to 8 hours -you will receive a pre-determined schedule.
- Read and respond to emails sent by Sundance London and the Volunteer Department.
- Be at least 18 years of age and have the right to work in the United Kingdom.
- Responsible for arriving at The O2 for your volunteer shifts and training session.
Benefits
- FILM ACCESS: 1 film voucher for every shift worked
- FESTIVAL ACCESS: Volunteer Credential -allows Access to Festival Venues on a space-available basis
- UNIFORM: Sundance London Volunteer sweat-shirt
- HOSPITALITY : Volunteers will have access to an exclusive area while at The O2
Please note: Accommodation, transportation or cost reimbursement will not be provided. Volunteers are responsible for their own transportation to their shifts and training sessions at The O2.
Julie Etheridge -
Obviously too late for this year, maybe next
Lauren Dove -
Dear Sundance Festival Team,
I am extremely excited to have the opportunity to be a volunteer at Sundance Festival this year. I relocated to London from Norfolk just under a year ago and have been thoroughly enjoying the variety and excitement that London has to offer. I have a passion for music and film and in November last year I attended the BAFTA head quarters to watch a screening of Scar Tissue where I had my first song used in a film soundtrack.
Okay, this probably isn’t the reason for my applying as a volunteer but it part of what fuels my passion for working in music and events and for loving the availability of the arts here in London.
Since studying music at University I have developed a diverse range of skills as a performer and teacher. From organising events to teaching workshops I hope that I am able to contribute to the success of the Sundance Festival.
I am highly motivated when it comes to carrying out organisational tasks, listening to instruction and being able to use my own initiative. I have a friendly and positive outlook to life that I hope will be of value to your team.
Many thanks,
Yours sincerely,
Lauren Dove
Lucy Williams -
I would be happy to join the waiting list for volunteering if you have any drop outs !Thanks