iSAFF 2026 Volunteer Page
Be part
of thestory.
Volunteers are the heartbeat of iSAFF. Join a team of passionate film lovers and help bring South Asian cinema to Surrey for our 16th year.
Find your role
Welcome guests, manage pass redemptions, and ensure smooth entry at all venues across the festival.
Guest-facingUsher audiences, assist with Q&A sessions, liaise with filmmakers, and manage screening room logistics.
In-theatreCapture the moments that define iSAFF — red carpet arrivals, filmmaker portraits, and audience reactions.
CreativeTell the story of iSAFF in real time — create posts, stories, and live coverage across our channels.
CreativeBe part of the most glamorous nights of the festival — assist at the Opening Night and the Red Carpet Gala.
Special eventsGuide guests and filmmakers throughout festival venues, coordinate transportation, and provide a warm welcome.
Guest-facingMore than
free tickets.
Volunteering with iSAFF connects you to an extraordinary community of filmmakers, artists, and cinephiles — and gives you a front-row seat to one of Canada's most vibrant South Asian cultural events.
Access to screenings on your off-shift days throughout the full five-day festival.
Receive your iSAFF 2026 volunteer t-shirt and lanyard to wear with pride all week.
Join the team for a dedicated volunteer celebration at the end of the festival.
Eligible volunteers can request a formal reference letter from iSAFF leadership.
Meet filmmakers, directors, and industry professionals from across South Asia and Canada.
How it works
Fill out the volunteer application form with your availability, preferred roles, and any relevant experience. Applications open in June 2026.
The volunteer coordinator will match you with a role and shifts that fit your availability. You'll hear back within two weeks of applying.
Join an online or in-person orientation session the week before the festival. You'll meet your team and get a full briefing on your role.
Join the team across five days at venues in Guildford, Surrey. Minimum commitment is two shifts. Longer commitments are warmly welcomed.
Who we're looking for
- Commit to a minimum of two shifts (approx. 4–5 hrs each)
- Attend a pre-festival orientation session
- Work collaboratively with a diverse team
- Be 16 years of age or older
- Be available in-person in Surrey, BC
- Film production or the film industry
- Event management or festivals
- South Asian languages or culture
- Technical or AV skills
A genuine love of film and a welcoming attitude is all you need. We provide training for every role.