Become a BIAFangle: Volunteer at Bucheon International Animation Festival 2024

Become a BIAFangle and Celebrate Animation at Asia’s Premier Festival!

Calling all animation enthusiasts! The Bucheon International Animation Festival (BIAF2024), Asia’s top animation festival and an Academy Award-qualifying festival, is seeking enthusiastic volunteers to join our BIAFangles team!

Contribute to the magic of BIAF2024 and gain invaluable experience at a world-renowned festival. Here’s everything you need to know:

Important Dates

  • Application Period: August 12th – September 19th, 2024
  • Document Screening Results: September 24th, 15:00 (KST) (Announcement on the website and individual notification)
  • Interviews: September 26th – September 30th (Face-to-face or online interviews via ZOOM)
  • Final Results: October 4th, 15:00 (KST) (Announcement on the website and individual notification)
  • Team Training & Pre-festival Activities: October 10th – October 24th, 2024
  • Orientation & General Training: October 18th, 16:30
  • Festival Period: October 25th – October 29th, 2024

Please note: The schedule is subject to change.

Volunteer Teams & Roles

We are seeking passionate individuals to join the following teams:

  • Operation Support Team: Situation Room, Goods, Information Desk, Theater, Ticket, Badge
  • Planning & PR Team: Press/Interview, Social Media, Official Records (Photo/Video)
  • Exhibition Team: Exhibition
  • BAM/Academic Forum Team: BAM/Academic Forum
  • Program Team: Event Support
  • Technical Team: Projection/Subtitles/Situation Room

For detailed role descriptions and responsibilities, please visit the volunteer application page on our website.

Eligibility Criteria

  • A passion for animation and film festivals.
  • A strong sense of responsibility and teamwork.
  • Open to high school students, young adults, and adults. (Parental consent required for minors).
  • Korean language proficiency is required for international applicants.
  • Ability to work in Bucheon, covering personal transportation and accommodation expenses.
  • Availability to participate in pre-festival training, volunteer orientation, and official events.

How to Apply

Ready to embark on this exciting journey? Apply online through the official BIAF website: www.biaf.or.kr

Volunteer Benefits

  • Recognition for volunteer hours (Registration on the 1365 Volunteer Portal required).
  • A small stipend.
  • Provided snacks during the festival.
  • A BIAF uniform, ID badge, and merchandise.
  • Your name listed in the main festival catalogue.
  • A certificate of participation.
  • An official absence verification letter provided upon request.

Contact Us

For any inquiries, please contact the BIAF Office:

Don’t miss this chance to immerse yourself in the world of animation and be a part of BIAF2024!

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