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ILLUMINATE Film Festival 2016 Seeks Volunteers

Sedona, Arizona – May 4, 2016 – ILLUMINATE, the world's premier film festival for conscious cinema, is seeking movie-loving volunteers for ILLUMINATE 2016, taking place June 1 – 5.

ILLUMINATE Film Festival is currently seeking volunteers to serve in a variety of roles to support the 2016 festival. Volunteers are a vital part of the ILLUMINATE Film Festival, and all persons are encouraged to apply. ILLUMINATE desires to build beneficial relationships in which valued volunteers use their strengths, passions and dedication to create a wonderful festival experience for all and to positively enhance their own lives.

During the 5-day event, people from around the world converge on a path of happiness, discovery and enlightenment. The 2016 installment will feature 25 films, 10 world premieres and sneak peeks, 75+ directors, producers, talent, industry insiders, mind-body-spirit practitioners and expects an attendance of over 4,500.

ILLUMINATE aims to welcome 100 volunteers to the 2016 team. Volunteers are needed before and during ILLUMINATE 2016. The Festival offers opportunities in a wide range of fields: Venue Operations, Marketing & Outreach, Press & PR, Registration/Box Office, Healing Lounge, Hospitality, Transportation, Special Events, Technical, 11th Hour.

Volunteers receive one Screening Voucher for each 4-hour shift worked. Vouchers are valid for regular screenings, Reel Healing programs and special screenings such as Opening Night, Spotlight and Closing Screening. Volunteers will also have the opportunity to attend 2-3 pre-festival screenings and a post-screening appreciation event.

All volunteers are required to attend an orientation. Orientations will be held May 14th, May 18th and May 31st at The Hub in Sedona. Additional information will be provided upon registration.

Volunteers may register at http://illuminatefilmfestival.com/volunteer.

Contact: Denise Wolpert volunteer@illuminatefilmfestival.com

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