Volunteers

RAI FILM are looking for volunteers for their upcoming festival, taking place from 11 to 15 June 2025 at the Watershed and Arnolfini in Bristol. 

The RAI FILM Festival is a biennial international event celebrating the best in documentary filmmaking from around the globe. Established in 1985 by the Royal Anthropological Institute, the RAI FILM Festival showcases new work from academic anthropologists and related disciplines from all levels of experience from students to professionals.  It looks for fearless films that ask difficult questions, build bridges, seek redress and promote social justice and dialogue.  

As a festival volunteer, you will gain hands-on experience in event coordination, guest liaison, technical support, and social media promotion. You will also have the chance to network with filmmakers and industry professionals while contributing to one of the world’s leading anthropological film festivals. To apply, please complete this application form, and email your CV to [email protected].