Would you like to experience a film festival from a perspective beyond that of a mere spectator? Are you keen to meet people from all over the world, witness first-hand how one of Poland’s most prestigious film events comes together, and gain invaluable experience in organising a major cultural happening? Then join the volunteer team for the 66th Krakow Film Festival and help create the festival’s uniquely vibrant atmosphere!
Every year, our dedicated team of volunteers assists in the running of screenings, industry events, and meetings with filmmakers from around the globe. It is their energy, commitment, and openness that keeps the festival running smoothly and ensures it remains a true meeting place for cinema buffs.
A wide variety of tasks await our volunteers, including:
- supporting festival events and film screenings
- assisting at information points
- looking after festival guests
- logistical and organisational duties
- supporting the production team
Why get involved?
- see how a major festival operates behind the scenes
- meet filmmakers in person
- gain hands-on experience in cultural event management
- spend your time in an inspiring, international environment
- receive a certificate confirming your participation as a volunteer
We are looking for open-minded, responsible, and curious individuals – whether you already have experience working at events or are eager to gain some for the very first time.
How to join the KFF volunteer team:
- complete the application form
- read the Terms and Conditions
- follow us on our social media channels for updates
Application period: 17 March – 17 April 2026
Please note that we only accept applications from individuals aged 18 and over.
If you have any further questions or queries, get in touch with us at [email protected]
Don’t miss your chance to become part of the festival and help shape one of Poland’s most important film events.
Come aboard and witness the festival from an entirely new perspective!
Before completing the application form, take a moment to consider which department best suits you:
RECEPTION – This is where all festival guests arrive. Reception serves as the central hub of the entire event.
PRODUCTION – This department is responsible for the practical delivery of the festival, including renting specialist equipment, constructing open-air cinemas, and organising all accompanying events, and logistics.
PRESS OFFICE – The source of all festival information flowing out into the world. This is where journalists come looking to contact filmmakers or find press materials.
PHOTOGRAPHY – This team supports the press office and works in close collaboration with our festival photographers.
AUDIENCE SERVICES – The front line, as it were. This team helps audiences navigate the festival programme, provides technical support for online viewers, and assists with ticket purchases and pass redemptions.
MARKETING – This department oversees the festival’s promotional campaign – i.e. how the Festival is perceived outside. The team works with partners, sponsors, and media patrons, fulfils sponsorship obligations, produces informational materials, develops the festival’s visual identity, and creates festival merchandise.
GUEST RELATIONS – Here you will find the logistics maestros. They respond to guests’ needs, help arrange travel, book hotel accommodation, accompany selected guests, and suggest local attractions such as tours and excursions.
CINEMA OPERATIONS – These volunteers are everywhere at once. They look after the screening rooms, oversee projections – including those with accessibility provisions for disabled audience members – manage audience entry into auditoriums, offer help and guidance to cinemagoers, and on occasion step up as cinema managers, a role for which we are also actively recruiting.
KFF INDUSTRY – THE programme of professional events exclusively for filmmakers – both international and Polish industry guests. This is where pitching sessions, panels, presentations, and workshops take place – everything filmmakers undertake during the production and promotion stages of their work.
And if you’d rather experience the festival as a member of the audience, we encourage you to purchase a festival pass.
The Krakow Film Festival is on the exclusive list of film events qualifying for the Academy Awards® in short film categories (fiction, animation, documentary) and feature-length documentary, the European Film Awards in the same categories, and serves as a qualifying event for the BAFTA Awards.
The Krakow Film Festival is organised with financial support from the City of Krakow, the Polish Film Institute, the Creative Europe MEDIA Programme, and the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage from the Culture Promotion Fund – a state purpose fund. The Polish Filmmakers Association serves as co-organiser.
The 66th Krakow Film Festival will be held in cinemas from 31 May to 7 June 2027 and online on KFF VOD from 5 June to 19 June 2026.