Seasonal Positions
Overview
Be the first to see what’s submitted to the 69th San Francisco International Film Festival and help us select titles for the festival in 2026.
Our Screening Committees assist with viewing titles submitted to SFFILM Festival on an annual basis. SFFILM screeners support the careful curation of a robust, inclusive, and bold festival program. Whether you have a background in film, are a dedicated cinephile, or are simply curious, we’re always looking for fresh eyes and new voices to join us as we assess the thousands of thought-provoking festival submissions from around the world.
Evaluation training and guidelines will be provided. Benefits and compensation offered.
Film Screener Expectations & Responsibilities:
- Must have reliable internet access to stream submissions
- Should expect to watch a minimum of 40 hours of content over a five-month period (August – December 2025)
- All screeners are required to watch assignments in full
- An open mind is essential
- Strong written communication skills needed
- Commitment to screening films on weekly basis
Benefits of becoming a pre-screener include:
- The opportunity to view festival selections before anyone else
- The opportunity to learn more about inner workings of festival production
- The opportunity to earn Festival passes & tickets for friends and family
- Opportunity to earn paid honorariums and yearly SFFILM membership for viewings