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Join the Nickel Programming Committee

Join the Nickel Programming Committee

Watch submitted films and collaborate with the committee to select the lineup for the 2026 festival!


The Process

Orientation: The committee will meet to establish a decision-making process and discuss screening block concepts and approaches.

Viewing: Watch your assigned films on your own schedule. Approximately 6 hours of viewing per week from late January to mid-March. The majority are short films submissions.

Check-ins: Regular meetings to discuss what you've watched and make selections together.

Deadlines: Feature films to be confirmed by end of February. Full program finalized by end of March.

Compensation
$1,000 honorarium



Equal Opportunity
We're committed to building an inclusive committee that reflects our community. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from equity-deserving groups. It's also not required to be a filmmaker or work in the industry.

Application Deadline
Friday, January 23, 2026