To express interest in volunteering, please fill out the form on this page. The Volunteer Coordinator will then email you about orientation dates and times. Orientation is mandatory for all volunteers, so please make sure to sign up for 1 of our 4 orientation dates.

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 ‘25 Virtual Festival

• A year long Atlanta Film Society membership or a 2026 Film & Conference Badge

Learn more about how you can earn volunteer benefits here

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.