Doha: With preparations for the 9th Ajyal Film Festival underway, the Doha Film Institute (DFI) is seeking enthusiastic candidates to volunteer for the upcoming edition to be held from November 7 to 19, 2021. Continuing to follow safety protocols, the festival will once again be held in a hybrid format, with a selection of in-person events and online activations.
People over the age of 18 can apply to volunteer for the event and contribute to the smooth running of the annual celebration of film, providing them an opportunity to be part of one of the region’s leading cultural celebrations.
A unique demonstration of the community spirit fostered by the Doha Film Institute, the Ajyal volunteers will be exposed to the inner workings of a major cultural event, interact with Festival guests and jurors from around the world, gain valuable industry experience and receive participation certificate to honour their involvement.
During Ajyal Film Festival, volunteers will be on hand to support different Festival events and venues and help with key aspects of the Festival’s operations, including theatre operations, the Ajyal Jury, transportation, guest registration, guest relations, hospitality, Geekdom, among others.
Candidates can register on the Doha Film Institute website at www.dohafilminstitute.com/filmfestival/volunteer.
Fatma Hassan Alremaihi, Festival Director and Chief Executive Officer of DFI, said: “The Ajyal Film Festival is about more than showcasing new and acclaimed voices in regional and global cinema. It is also about bringing together the community in a cultural celebration that adds to the pride of our nation.
Ajyal provides community members with a unique opportunity to make new friends, interact with film industry experts and gain rich insights into the functioning of an international cultural event.
“Our volunteers have played a leading role in the success of the Festival in the previous editions. Their tireless efforts and dedication have been instrumental in making every Ajyal memorable for us and our guests. The ninth edition of the Festival comes at an exciting time as we move into a new normal, and it is more important than ever to celebrate real connections that have shaped humanity. We have been fortunate to have such an enthusiastic team of volunteers who have contributed every step of the way, and we once again welcome their involvement for this year’s event.”
