Volunteers are indispensable to the NFF. Young, old, studying, working and retired: everyone is welcome to participate! About 250 volunteers work in various positions during the festival: from scanning tickets to dressing up festival locations and driving the stars around.

On this page you will find photos, videos and more information about volunteering at the NFF. In 2025, the festival will take place from 26 September - 3 October in Utrecht.

To sign up you have to log in to your My NFF account or create one.

What do we offer you?

• A unique look behind the scenes at the Netherlands Film Festival
• Nice work experience and a nice addition to your CV
• The chance to meet new people with the same enthusiasm for film and the festival as you have
• Access to the regular program
• Access to the special volunteer screening
• Interesting training sessions

What do we expect from you?

• You are enthusiastic, reliable and committed to help organize a great festival.
• You are available for a minimum of four shifts (between four and six hours) in the period from September 26 to October 3, 2025. Depending on your commitment, you will receive access to the program via free tickets or a pass.

Volunteering at NFF for the first time?

If you have not volunteered at the festival before, we will invite you to an introductory meeting. During this meeting you will get more information about the festival and the different positions you can apply for. Together we will look for a suitable team with activities that suit you.