Volunteer
THE NOR’EASTER FILM FESTIVAL VOLUNTEER POSITION OPENINGS

The Nor’Easter Film Festival is entering its second year and is in search of driven, hard-working individuals to help us continue with its success. We are looking for devoted and responsible people with a passion for film to join us and work closely with the entire Nor’Easter team. Our Festival is about supporting new ideas and the creative connectivity of individuals; we follow these same principles behind the scenes. Our aim is to form a group of talented, bright, and motivated volunteers with the joint goal of putting on a spectacular Festival, and having a good time while we do it. By bringing great minds together, we hope to grow our Festival, the entire New England and International film community, and ourselves.

Please note that at this time the positions available are on a volunteer basis only. There is NO PAY and NO COMMISSION. Sorry to disappoint, but the Festival is more about experience than expense. It gives us all a chance to gain valuable experience, as well as network with filmmakers, artists, producers, actors, and others from across New England and New York. When you bring together such a vast and varied group, there is no knowing what sort of exciting new roads will open. Being a part of the Nor’Easter Film Festival also gives you the chance to recognize, prove, and/or show your leadership abilities, as well as your skills in a team environment. This is more than just a chance to grow your résumé; it is a priceless opportunity to grow yourself.

Listed below are the volunteer positions that we are looking to fill in the next few weeks. For more information on the Festival, visit our website at www.noreasterfilmfestival.com. If you are interested in helping out and would like to volunteer as a part of our team, please contact the Festival directly at noreasterfilmfestival.neff@gmail.com. Attach an résumé and a brief letter of intent for the best chance of being asked to join the Nor’Easter Film Festival.

Positions avaliable:

Sponsor Coordinators
Volunteer Coordinator
Marketing Manager
Public Relations Coordinator
Staff Writers
Liaison Coordinator
Juror Coordinator
Business Manager
Associate Director
Event Coordinator
Tech Coordinator
Sponsor Volunteers
Staff Assistants



SPONSOR COORDINATOR (2)
Looking for well-organized, out-going, and devoted person with exceptional networking, leadership, and management skills. Must be able to work well in teams as well as take initiative when necessary. Requires strong attention to detail. Salesmanship, promotional, or other business experience is a plus, but not required. Good verbal and writing skills a major plus. Should have strong enthusiasm for film and/or filmmaking. Should be able to dedicate the time to promoting and expanding the Festival.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ DUTIES:
- Acquire sponsorships and other funding from local companies and businesses.
- Promote and present the Festival and related sponsorship opportunities to companies and businesses.
- Create and maintain a network with companies, businesses, and institutions that could aid in the furthering of the Festival’s goals.
- Work extensively with the Liaison and Public Relations Coordinators in creating and maintaining a network amongst the film community (companies, filmmakers, artists, etc) and its sponsors, as well as with the Event Coordinator and Business and Marketing Managers.
- Attend weekly and/or bi-weekly meetings with staff. Report directly to Head Staffers, as well as provide insights, suggestions, and other information to Festival Directors and Staff.

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VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR
Looking for someone to essentially be the Human Relations backbone of the Festival. Must be personable and able to network efficiently in face-to-face situations. Excellent organizational skills are necessary, as well as the ability to organize large groups of people in a timely and efficient manner. Enthusiasm for film a big plus.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ DUTIES:
- Seek out, obtain, and organize volunteers.
- Post available volunteer positions using both conventional and unconventional means.
- Schedule, manage, and organize volunteers during the Festival, as well as any events prior to the Festival in which volunteers are used.
- Screen and interview volunteers prior to their joining the Festival.
- Arrange and manage Volunteer Information Meetings prior to the Festival.
- Keep complete records for contacting all volunteers.
- Responsibilities will increase as Festival nears.

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MARKETING MANAGER
Creative, efficient, and self-driven individual needed to brand and market the Festival. Ability to create network of creative marketing individuals to help bolster the Festival’s image and name. Must be willing to take initiative over the marketing aspects of running and holding a Festival. Experience in sales and/or management a major plus. Strong writing skills are also a plus. Strong enthusiasm for film a plus.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ DUTIES:
- Research companies to create merchandise for NEFF.
- Research and present merchandise possibilities.
- Obtain quotes for merchandise from multiple companies.
- Coordinate with Sponsors and others marketing themselves at our event.
- Help in the marketing at NEFF at other Festivals and events.
- Work extensively with Public Relations, Event, Submissions, and Sponsor Coordinatorss as well as the Business Manager.
- Attend weekly and/or bi-weekly meetings with staff. Report directly to Head Staffers, as well as provide insights, suggestions, and other information to Festival Directors and Staff.

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PUBLIC RELATIONS COORDINATOR
Looking for someone to be trained to replace our current PR Coordinator, who is exiting the Festival in late spring (May). Must be outgoing and creative, while open and willing to work with the rest of the team. Excellent writing and communication skills are a must. Timeliness and efficiency are required. Previous PR experience a plus. They should have strong enthusiasm for film and/or filmmaking.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ DUTIES:
- Creating, editing, and maintaining all print related items regarding the Festival (advertisement, press, marketing, volunteer listings, web-based print, etc).
- Research new or untapped regions where NEFF could print information.
- Compile printed marketing, sponsorship, and press related packets/broachers.
- Working closely with two to three Staff Writers.
- Working closely with Marketing, Media, and Associate Managers, as well as the Liaison, Event, Sponsor, and Submissions Coordinators.
- Attend weekly and/or bi-weekly meetings with staff. Report directly to Head Staffers, as well as provide insights, suggestions, and other information to Festival Directors and Staff.
- Interested applicants should create a short sample press release or similar piece aimed at publication, as well as a short writing sample explaining the benefits of holding a festival like NEFF and why you want to join the Volunteer Staff. Also consider including a writing sample you have created in the past (preferably something related to film or film festivals). Applicant will be asked to write a short bio on a NEFF Staff Member as a second round hiring process.

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STAFF WRITERS (2 or 3)
We’re in need of multiple individuals with exceptionally strong writing and editing abilities. Must be able to take orders and tasks from other, while also being creative in the execution thereof.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ DUTIES:
- Creating, editing, and maintaining all print related items regarding the Festival (advertisement, press, marketing, volunteer listings, web-based print, etc).
- Work extensively with Public Relations Coordinator, as well as with Marketing, Media, and Associate Managers, and the Liaison, Sponsor, and Submissions Coordinators.
- Interested applicants should create a short sample press release or similar piece aimed at publication, as well as a short writing sample explaining the benefits of holding a festival like NEFF and why you want to join the Volunteer Staff. Also consider including a writing sample you have created in the past.

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LIAISON COORDINATOR (3-4)
We are looking for some organized, creative, devoted, and friendly individuals to deal directly with the talent. We’re looking for one Coordinator to be devoted to each of the following sectors: Student, Professional, High School, and Out Of State (MA). Must be willing and able to network face-to-face. Good verbal skills necessary, and good writing skills are a major plus. Must have ability to display passion while promoting NEFF and aiming such promotion at specific markets. Having a strong enthusiasm for film and/or filmmaking is a major asset.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ DUTIES:
- These Coordinators will be the extremities of the Festival, reaching out, networking, and shaking hands with the people we want to connect together and with us.
- Promoting the Festival to filmmakers and artists in their respective sectors.
- Answer questions and concerns from filmmakers and artists, as well as any other talent.
- Network and promote with Schools, Colleges, and Businesses in New England and New York that have something to offer our Festival.
- Handling of filmmakers, artists, and other talents needs during the submission period, post, and prior, as well as during and after the show dates and screenings.
- Working with the Sponsor and Public Relations Coordinators in creating and maintaining a network with companies, publications, filmmakers, and artists, as well as working with the Event Coordinator.
- Attend weekly and/or bi-weekly meetings with staff. Report directly to Head Staffers, as well as provide insights, suggestions, and other information to Festival Directors and Staff.

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JUROR COORDINATOR (Position not currenly Avaliable)
Looking for an outgoing, initiative driven and personable individual to help organize the jury aspect of the Festival. Must have good management and networking skills, and previously established connections in fields related to or including professional filmmaking are a major plus. Good verbal and writing skills a plus. They should have a great enthusiasm for film and/or filmmaking.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ DUTIES:
- Locate and arrange for professional jurors with ties to New England and/or New York to be the deciding Jury for the Festival Awards.
- View, comment on, and help select films to be shown in the Festival, and in doing so work with the Submissions Coordinator, Managing Director, Festival Director, and other Head Staff.
- Assist with the jury portion of Festival, including working directly with the jurors during the screenings.

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BUSINESS MANAGER
We’re in need of a well-organized, devoted, and experienced individual to handle business and financial concerns of the Festival. One to two years of experience in business, financial, or law related positions or schooling required. Must have exceptional leadership and management skills, as well as a strong attention to detail. Excellent budgetary skills are necessary. An enthusiasm for film and/or filmmaking is a plus. Experience in financial management of production-oriented organizations or companies a major plus. Understanding of tax laws and legal issues regarding non-profit organization regulations and rules as well as copyright, publishing, and promoting laws is suggested, but not required. Previous work in or understanding of the film or related industries is ideal, but not required.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ DUTIES:
- Handling budgetary and financial concerns of the Festival.
- Keeping detailed books on Festival expenses and revenue.
- Organize, manage, and file paperwork related to the establishment of NEFF as a Non-Profit Organization.
- Researching, handling and/or consulting on any and all legal matters encountered, including copyright, taxes, liability, etc.
- Working closely with the Sponsor and Event Coordinators as well as the Marketing, Managing, and Festival Directors.
- Attend weekly and/or bi-weekly meetings with staff. Report directly to Head Staffers, as well as provide insights, suggestions, and other information to Festival Directors and Staff.

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ASSOCIATE MANAGER
Seeking an out-going, attentive, responsible, and dynamic individual to help manage all aspects of the NEFF. Must be well organized, with the ability to multi-task and take directions while being creative and taking initiative, as well. Excellent communication skills necessary, and writing skills are a plus. Should have strong enthusiasm for film, filmmaking, and the film community.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ DUTIES:
- Shadow Festival and Managing Directors.
- Represent and/or back-up Festival and Managing Directors as needed.
- Represent the Festival at related events.
- Assist in the coordination and execution of all aspects of the Festival.
- Helping to insure that all logistical aspects of the Festival, including organizing volunteer staff and all related operations prior to, during, and post Festival run smoothly.
- May be responsible for running and maintaining a blog.
- Work extensively with Public Relations Coordinator, Festival Directors, and all other Head Staff.
- Attend weekly and/or bi-weekly meetings with staff. Report directly to Head Staffers, as well as provide insights, suggestions, and other information to Festival Directors and Staff.

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EVENT COORDINATOR
Seeking a dynamic, well-organized, devoted individual with exceptional management and communication skills. Ability to multi-task and detailed, creative thinking are huge assets. Previous experience in event planning and/or fundraising preferred. Should be able to work well with the team, but be creative and ambitious enough to take initiative when warranted.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ DUTIES:
- Planning and coordinating NEFF events, including finding and booking venues, catering, etc.
- Events may include workshops, panels, and parties.
- Helping to plan, coordinate, and execute the screening days of the Festival.
- Work closely with Public Relations, Submissions/Programming, Volunteer and Liaison Coordinators, as well as the Business and Marketing Managers.

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TECH COORDINATOR
We’re in need of a friendly, devoted, and knowledgeable individual who has had experience with audio and video technical setup and operation. Should have solid understanding of the operation of various sound systems, projectors, computer programs and their components. A working understanding and capability with video editing and compiling software is necessary. Access to necessary equipment a huge plus.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ DUTIES:
- Compiling films for screenings at Festival and related events.
- Handling technical needs during events, including audio, video, lights, computers, etc.
- Working closely with the Event Coordinator as well as the Head Staffers.

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SPONSOR VOLUNTEERS
Looking for out-going, hard-working, respectful, and dedicated individuals. Good networking and communication skills a plus. Solid writing skills are also an asset. Research experience is helpful. Needs the ability to take direction well and work as part of a team. Should be enthusiastic about film and/or filmmaking. Should be able to present self and NEFF with enthusiasm.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ DUTIES:
- Following up with investors once they choose to sponsor NEFF.
- Assisting investors in their communications and dealings with NEFF.
- Help to research potential investors and companies.
- Represent NEFF and the Sponsor Coordinators to investors and potential investors.
- Keep records of contact and sponsorship information on investors and potential investors.
- Work extensively with the Sponsor and Volunteer Coordinators, as well as Liaison and Public Relation Coordinators and the Marketing and Business Managers.

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STAFF ASSISTANTS
Seeking dynamic, friendly, devoted individuals with excellent multi-tasking skills. Should have excellent teamwork skills, and ability to carry out multiple tasks efficiently and promptly. Passion and enthusiasm for film and/or filmmaking are necessities. A desire to learn more about and participate in the larger film community is a major asset.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ DUTIES:
- Interning, essentially.
- Help Volunteer Staff coordinate, manage, and execute all aspects of the Festival.
- Assist in any area considered advantageous at any given moment.
- Help coordinate between different Festival Staff during events.
- Help coordinate, manage, and execute Festival events.
- Assist with any bookkeeping, filing, or general organizing.