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VOLUNTEER OPEN CALL:
VIRTUAL REALITY CREW
ABOUT THE ROLE
For our fourth edition, The Bay International Film Festival is launching something new: a full day of virtual reality cinema, the only one of its kind in North Lancashire and Cumbria. Using Meta Quest 2 & 3 VR headsets, we'll take audiences of all ages inside immersive 360° films as part of our Youth & Family Day. We're looking for a small crew to set it up and run it.
Who we're looking for
Comfortable with technology.
No VR experience needed; we'll teach you everything
Friendly, patient and happy working withpeople of all ages and backgrounds, including young audiences
Available on both days 30 and 31 January (plus brief online indusction early January)
Aged 18 or over
Dates: Saturday 30 January (setup and training) and Sunday 31 January 2027
Location: Alhambra Theatre, Morecambe
Time commitment: two days, [times TBC]
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
Set up the headsets, charging stations and viewing area on Saturday, with full technical training from our team leader
Welcome audiences on Sunday and explain how the VR experience works
Help people fit their headsets safely and comfortably, especially first-timers and children
Keep sessions running on time and manage the queue
Clean the headsets between viewers and sort out any small technical hiccups
Collect audience feedback and help pack down at the end of the day
WHAT YOU'LL GAIN
Hands-on technical training with VR equipment
Free entry to festival screenings
Behind-the-scenes time with our guests and team
A reference from our festival managers and directors
A route into future roles (many of our paid team started as volunteers)
HOW TO APPLY
Fill in our 2-minute volunteer form here: VOLUNTEERS
Questions? Email us at info@thebayfilmfestival.com with the SUBJECT OF THE EMAIL — "VR Crew"
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