February 13, 2009

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS!

Love docs? Want to be part of the excitement of the 2009 Academy Awards®? Volunteer for one or both of these events hosted by the International Documentary Association. We have 2 opportunities - you can do both!

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The Annual IDA Nominees' Reception
(honoring Academy Award® Nominees in both the Short and Feature categories)
Wednesday Feb 18, 2009
5 pm – midnight
The Academy’s Samuel Goldwyn Theater (on Wilshire in Beverly Hills)

Hosted by Lily Tomlin, the party begins with a catered reception followed by a program of clips and filmmaker comments and ends with desserts and coffee after the show! A fun, fun time. Volunteer and join the party!

Volunteers needed for the following positions: Ushers, Guest Check In, Media Check In, Publicity and Theater Greeters.

To work this event, please email: volunteer@documentary.org and in subject line write: Awards Reception – also indicate which position you prefer.

(Please note: All volunteers must be dressed in business or formal attire for this event. We recommend wearing comfortable shoes.)

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Can’t make it to the Awards Ceremony? Volunteer for DocuDay instead and get to see some of the nominated films!

DocuDay LA
Saturday Feb 21st, 2009
8:30am-midnight
The WGA Theatre (on Doheny in Beverly Hills)

An all-day and night screening marathon of the nominated documentaries with Q&A's between each screening.

Volunteers are needed for the following positions: Ushers, Theater Greeters, Box Office, Café and Volunteer Check In.

Shifts are available from:

Shift One: 8 am to 12:30 pm
Shift Two: Noon to 4:30 pm
Shift Three: 4 pm to 9 pm
Shift Four: 8 pm to 12:30 am

Please email: volunteer@documentary.org and in subject line write: DocuDay – then indicate which position you prefer and which shift(s) you are able to do.

The dress code is casual. Volunteers are welcome to watch films before or after their shifts.

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