THE 2026 FESTIVAL -
MAY 29TH - 31ST

Join the 2026 Cecil County Independent Film Festival Team!

The Cecil County Independent Film Festival is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make the 2026 festival our best yet!

There are many exciting ways to get involved — whether you’re local or supporting from afar:

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Ways to Volunteer

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Join the Cecil County Independent Film Festival - Film Advisory Committee!

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We are seeking volunteer Committee Members to help shape the scope and quality of our upcoming Film Festival. Committee members will play a key role in reviewing film submissions and providing thoughtful feedback.

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Responsibilities:

• Review film submissions (January 1 – March 1, 2025) on FilmFreeway

• Grade films on the following criteria:

  • Originality/Creativity

  • Direction

  • Writing

  • Cinematography

  • Performances

  • Production Value

  • Pacing

  • Structure

  • Sound/Music

• Provide additional comments and recommendations on whether films should be screened and considered for awards

• Participate in two online meetings via Microsoft Teams:

  • Early March – Finalize the festival schedule

  • April – Decide festival award winners

 

Perks for Committee Members:

• Two complimentary passes to the festival

• Recognition in the festival brochure and on the festival website

• Opportunity to support and shape a growing community arts event

 

Flexible: Film reviewing can be done online at your own pace - reviewers are asked to watch/critique at least 25 films (note: most films are less than five minutes in length)

 

Interested? Email Andrew John Mitchell at amitchell@cecil.edu to apply

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Volunteer at the Milburn Stone Theatre Film Festival!

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Want to help out with the festival but don’t want to review films? We have opportunities for you, too!

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Volunteer Roles:
📣 Support Marketing Efforts

• Help promote the festival through social media and outreach

• Local volunteers can distribute posters, brochures, and materials throughout the community

🎤 On-Site Festival Assistance (for local volunteers)

• Help introduce films

• Assist with Q&As and roundtable discussions during the festival weekend

 

Perks for Volunteers:

• Two complimentary passes to the festival

• Recognition in the festival brochure and on the festival website

 

These are volunteer positions, but your support is invaluable in making the festival a success!

 

Interested? Email Andrew John Mitchell at amitchell@cecil.edu to get involved.

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