You’ll have the opportunity to select your own shifts! Positions fill up on a first-come, first-served basis, and selection is opened to volunteers in the order that both the application and deposit are received.
Volunteer shift selection for BCMF 2026 begins the week of May 11th. As long as you’ve submitted your application, you’re all set—we’ll reach out with an email as soon as your selection window opens. Be sure to keep an eye on your inbox as we get closer to the festival!
Emails are sent in the order that completed applications were received. Please note that an application is only considered complete once both the form and the deposit have been submitted.
Yes, there is a designated window for volunteers to cancel their application and receive a refund of their deposit. Specific cutoff dates and additional details regarding the cancellation process can be found on our volunteer information page.
You’ll have the opportunity to select your own shifts! Positions fill up on a first-come, first-served basis, and selection is opened to volunteers in the order that both the application and deposit are received.
Yes! One of the things we love to do is offer amazing photographers an opportunity to join our festival production team in capturing the event! Spots are limited, but we’re always looking for new individuals.
If you’re interested in applying, please reviewing the application details and apply here.
We appreciate the offer, but unfortunately, we can only accept volunteers who can commit to working at least 16 hours (two 8-hour shifts).
Access to shift selection is provided in the order in which volunteer applications are received. Those who apply earliest will have the most options to choose from.
To increase the likelihood of coordinating shifts with a friend, we recommend applying on the same day. While we cannot guarantee that identical shift assignments will remain available for multiple people, applying early offers the best opportunity to select matching schedules.
To apply to become a BCMF Volunteer, simply complete our Volunteer Application HERE.