Casting Call for THIRD ACTion Film Festival Volunteers

Volunteer Opportunities

Bookkeeper
Support the financial health of the festival by tracking expenses, reconciling accounts, and helping ensure transparent, well-organized finances.

Newsletter Creator & Sender
Create and distribute engaging email newsletters that keep our community informed, inspired, and connected.

Social Media Lead & Team Members
Develop and share content that grows our audience, highlights films and events, and amplifies positive stories about aging across platforms.

Volunteer Director
Recruit, onboard, support, and coordinate volunteers, helping build a welcoming and sustainable volunteer culture.

Film Researchers & Reviewers
Watch, research, and evaluate film submissions to help curate thoughtful, impactful programming aligned with our mission.

Fundraising Team Lead & Fundraisers
Help design and carry out fundraising initiatives, donor outreach, and campaigns that support the festival’s sustainability and growth.

Marketing Team Lead & Marketers
Plan and implement marketing strategies to promote events, partnerships, and the festival’s national profile.

CRM Optimization (Monday.com)
Support the setup and improvement of our CRM system to better manage contacts, volunteers, partners, and workflows.

Administration Support
Assist with scheduling, documentation, coordination, and day-to-day organizational tasks that keep everything running smoothly.

Board Members
Provide governance, strategic guidance, and oversight to support the long-term vision and accountability of the organization.

Committee Members
Serve on working committees (programming, marketing, fundraising, community engagement) to help shape and deliver specific areas of the festival’s work.

Event Leaders
Lead on-site or virtual events, coordinating volunteers, timelines, and logistics to ensure welcoming, well-run experiences.

Ticket Takers / Front-of-House Volunteers
Welcome audiences, scan tickets, and help create a friendly, inclusive atmosphere at screenings and events.

Come curious. Leave connected.
We look forward to meeting you and helping you find your role in the THIRD ACTion Film Festival community.Who Should Attend

Who Should Attend

This event is for anyone who is curious about getting involved with THIRD ACTion Film Festival and contributing to meaningful, community-based volunteer work. You should attend if you are:

• Interested in film, arts, culture, or community events
• Passionate about changing the dialogue on aging and promoting positive, realistic stories of later life
• A student, retiree, working professional, or career-transitioner looking for purposeful volunteer experience
• Skilled in—or eager to learn about—communications, marketing, fundraising, administration, technology, or governance
• Looking for a low-commitment, flexible volunteer role (most roles average one day per month)
• Curious about board, committee, or leadership opportunities
• New to volunteering, returning after a break, or active and experienced

• Interested in meeting like-minded people and becoming part of a welcoming, intergenerational community

No prior festival experience is required—just curiosity, commitment, and a willingness to contribute.

What to Expect

This is a relaxed, informative, and welcoming session designed to help you explore how you might get involved with THIRD ACTion Film Festival.

At the event, you can expect to:

• A brief introduction to THIRD ACTion Film Festival and our mission to change the dialogue on aging through film
• An overview of current volunteer opportunities, including time commitments and support provided
• Opportunities to meet board members and current volunteers and ask questions
• Small-group or one-on-one conversations to match your interests, skills, and availability with appropriate roles
• Information about next steps, onboarding, and how to get started

There’s no pressure to commit on the spot—this is a chance to learn, connect, and see what feels like a good fit.

This event is for anyone who is curious about getting involved with THIRD ACTion Film Festival and contributing to meaningful, community-based work.