Join the GCUFF Volunteer Team

The 2025 Greater Cleveland Urban Film Festival takes place September 18–26—and we need passionate volunteers to help make this year's festival unforgettable for Black cinema, culture, and storytelling.

If you are interested in contributing to this year’s festival, please complete the form below. We'll be in touch as new opportunities come up!

2025 GCUFF Volunteer Form

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VOLUNTEER INFORMATION

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Are you a returning Greater Cleveland Urban Film Festival (GCUFF) volunteer?

Yes

Confidentiality Agreement

As a volunteer of this organization, I understand that I may have access to confidential information, both verbal and written, relating to filmmakers, films, passwords, judging procedures, and financial information all associated with the Greater Cleveland Urban Film Festival. I understand, and agree, that all such information is to be treated confidentially and discussed only within the boundaries of my volunteer position at this organization. I also agree not to discuss these same matters after I have left my volunteer position at this organization. I further understand that breach of this agreement shall constitute grounds for and may result in termination of my volunteer status with this organization.

Volunteer Status and Insurance

As a volunteer of the Greater Cleveland Urban Film Festival, I understand that I am not an employee and that I will not receive any compensation for the donation of my time and work performed for the event. I hereby acknowledge that my services shall be rendered solely on a volunteer basis. Furthermore, I understand that the Greater Cleveland Urban Film Festival does not cover me by any insurance such as worker’s compensation, etc. in the event of illness or injury. I also understand that some volunteer positions may require heavy lifting and standing for long periods, and I certify that I am physically capable of performing these tasks or will inform the Volunteer Coordinators of any limitations.

Certification and Agreement

By checking this box, I hereby certify that the information in this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I also have read the GCUFF volunteer policy and agree to the terms and conditions.

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