The AGH Media department works independently or in conjunction with our Education department. AGHfilm presents the latest and best in Canadian and international film. AGHperformance presents contemporary music, dance, literature, performance art, film and new media. Also represented is AGHbooks and our annual AGH International Film and Video Festival.

What do Media Volunteers do?
Under the supervision of the AGH Media Programmer, volunteers:

Publicize media programmes by assisting with mailings and flyer distribution

Support ticket sales on-site and represent the Gallery during film screenings or media events

Help set-up and tear-down event spaces

Assist in any way they can to help media events run smoothly

What level of commitment is expected?
Media Volunteers are expected to commit to a least one out of three sessions of availability which run from:

January to May

June to August

September to December

The average time commitment expected from a volunteer would be approximately 4 hours for an evening media event and 2-3 hours in the daytime for administrative tasks.

AGHfilm programme: Interested volunteers should be available to assist at each film screening at Empire Jackson Square 6 Cinemas. Screenings take place every two weeks on Wednesday evenings (during a season) for a total of 7-8 screenings.

AGHperformance, AGHbooks and other media event programmes: Interested volunteers should be able to work within an evolving schedule (lead-in time is usually at least one month).

What skills are required for this position?
Media Volunteers should be interested in today's independent film, music and/or literary culture, as well as dependable, punctual, friendly and approachable. Computer skills would be an asset.

How do I become a Volunteer?
Please return to the main Volunteering webpage and following the instructions for the Volunteer Application.
Note: To be a volunteer at the AGH, you are required to become a member. For more information about membership, click here.