ELEVATE is dedicated to showcasing the filmmaking talent of minority student filmmakers, specifically looking to highlight diversity with regards to race/ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, disabilities (acquired or developmental), and/or religion. 

We are currently searching for judges who belong to a racial, ethnic, religious, gender, or sexual orientation minority. 

Our submissions are all handled online, so all you need is an internet connection and a love of film! The deadline to submit film is March 19 so the judging process will start immediately after that. 

To Apply

Email ms11243@uga.edu stating your interest and why you love your favorite film.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Watch and judge the film ( how many judges we get determines how many films you will be assigned. So spread the word!) (Also each film will be 2-25 minutes long)
• Contribute ratings and reviews for each film you watch
• Ensure films meet submissions guidelines/criteria

QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledgeable about film, film history, and film theory
• Reliable with deadlines
• Ability to write about what you like/dislike about a film
• Understand our mission and values
• Preferred: a connection to a racial, ethnic, religious, gender, sexual orientation, or disabled minority

TIME COMMITMENT 

• Set aside time the Week of March 20th to watch and judge all your assigned films

CONFIDENTIALITY AND ETHICS

Judges may not submit to the Festival this year. You may not judge any film that you, your family, or your romantic partner had any part in creating. You have a responsibility to exclude yourself from watching any film you feel you cannot impartially judge.

Have any questions? Interested in volunteering in others ways?  Feel free to email bte@uga.edu