Volunteer Information Form & Volunteer Agreement

Name*

First NameLast Name

Email*

example@example.com

Cell Number - main contact number*

Area CodePhone Number

Secondary Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number

Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Birthdate*

Date

If you are under 18 years of age, please provide the full name of a legal guardian, their relationship to you, and their contact phone number.

How do you prefer to identify?*

FemaleMalePrefer not to sayOther

If you have valid first aid training, please provide expiration date.

Are you comfortable speaking conversational English?*

YesNo

Can you speak conversationally in any other languages?*

If you don't speak another language, put N/A

Do you have any dietary restrictions (food will be provided during in-person festival shifts) or medical concerns we should be aware of (in case of emergency)? *

If no restrictions, put N/A

What size T-shirt do you prefer?*

Do you have a valid Class 5 drivers license (a regular driver's license)?*

YesNo

Do you have a valid Proserve Certification to serve liquor?*

YesNo

Do you have any other special skills, training or qualifications that you would be willing to use as a volunteer?

Emergency Contact: Please provide a full name, their relationship to you and a contact phone number. *

Are you wanting to Volunteer during the festival?*

YesNo

Are you wanting to volunteer outside of the festival dates?*

YesNo

Per Week Volunteer Hours (outside of festival dates): Please indicate the number of hours you are interested in volunteering*

Per Month Volunteer Hours (outside of festival dates): Please indicate the number of hours you are interested in volunteering*

Festival Event Volunteer Hours: Please indicate the number of hours you are interested in volunteering*

THIRD ACTion Film Festival Limited
Volunteer Agreement

Volunteers are an essential part of our Festival. Without your time, energy and enthusiasm this festival would not exist! This document outlines what Volunteers can expect from THIRD ACTion, and what THIRD ACTion expects from its Volunteers. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions.

THIRD ACTion commits to the following for our volunteers:

To assign volunteer roles and duties appropriately based on skill, qualifications and experience without bias.
To successfully prepare all volunteers for their roles by providing training and documentation outlining policies, procedures and responsibilities.
To provide volunteer assignments and schedules in a reasonable amount of time so volunteers may prepare and make the necessary travel and other arrangements.
To provide a means for all volunteers to submit feedback, including the option of anonymous submissions.
To assess and review all volunteer roles, duties and minimum requirements for effectiveness on an ongoing basis.
To recognize the contributions of all volunteers.
To take the lead in creating an atmosphere of safety, respect and support.
To, at all times, protect the best interests of the Festival, its staff and volunteers.

As a volunteer with THIRD ACTion, you have the right:

To be properly informed of any Festival policies, procedures and programs related to your specific volunteer role(s).
To have a clear understanding of what is required of you in your assigned volunteer role(s).
To feel comfortable with the duties, tasks and responsibilities of any role you are assigned.
To feel safe, respected and supported at all times.
To have the opportunity to provide feedback, both positive and negative, both in your name and anonymously.
To be recognized for your contributions and efforts.
To appeal decisions regarding your assigned role(s) and volunteer status directly with your Volunteer Coordinator.

As a Volunteer with THIRD ACTion, you are responsible for the following:

To be properly informed of, and abide by, all Festival policies and procedures related to volunteering.
To treat all volunteers, festival staff, venue staff and the public with respect.
To fully understand all duties and responsibilities required of your specific volunteer role(s).
To participate in all orientations and training deemed necessary by the Festival OR, when not available to participate in group training and/or orientation, to make arrangements with the Volunteers Coordinator to make this up at an appropriate time.
To arrive for each and every volunteer shift on time, with a respectful attitude and fully prepared to execute required duties.
To perform all duties to the best of your ability and maintain a team-oriented attitude.
To assist in maintaining an atmosphere of safety, respect and support.
To maintain an unaltered state of mind, which includes abstaining from all alcohol and recreational drug use while on shift and/or representing THIRD ACTion in any capacity.

THIRD ACTion maintains the following rights:

To screen both incoming and returning volunteers.
To set minimums standards and skills required for volunteer roles.
To expect that all volunteers maintain a high standard of conduct and behavior while interacting with other volunteers, festival staff, venue staff and the general public.
To expect that all volunteers will fulfill their duties and responsibilities as required by their roles, to the best of their abilities and in accordance with Festival policies and procedures.
To take appropriate action in case of breach of such rights and agreements.

As a volunteer with THIRD ACTion you will enjoy the following benefits:

1 General Admission Coupon for every 5 hours worked OR a festival pass for select volunteer positions.
Festival swag including a volunteer t-shirt and a program.
Food and refreshments while on-shift at the Festival.
Invite to our exclusive volunteer wrap party.
The inside scoop on incredible films from around the world!
Bragging rights for being certifiably awesome!

By entering your name below and submitting this form you are acknowledging and are willing to abide by statements made above.

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Please remember to fill out our Volunteer Release & Waiver. This is a requirement to joining our volunteer team.