CALL FOR BOARD MEMBERS
THE OPPORTUNITY
ReFrame Film Festival is a community celebration of documentary film and media art centred on social and environmental justice. We aim to build socially active, engaged community audiences through the curated presentation of documentary film.
To read more about our Mission, Vision and Values CLICK HERE
ReFrame has been held at the end of January each year since 2005, and is a renowned and celebrated event in Nogojiwanong / Peterborough’s arts and culture community. As an organization, ReFrame is focused on pushing the boundaries of social, cultural and political conversations, celebrating documentary film and media art, and supporting artists and change-makers.
Serving on ReFrame’s Board of Directors is an opportunity to help shape the future of a vital community arts organization. Board members support the festival’s direction, financial health, and community connections, working collaboratively with one another and staff management to ensure its continued impact. We welcome both experienced and emerging leaders who are interested in contributing to this work.
We’re especially interested in candidates with experience in non-profit governance, and we also welcome those who are eager to learn and grow in this area. ReFrame will have four potential openings for Director positions as of our June 2026 AGM, and are currently welcoming expressions of interest. Please fill the form at the bottom of this page to get in touch!
QUALITIES WE ARE SEEKING
ReFrame is seeking Board members who are committed to social and environmental justice, community building, and strengthening the arts and culture sector in Nogojiwanong / Peterborough.
We know that leadership can take many forms, and we are looking for individuals who offer new ways of understanding the world. We welcome expressions of interest from people of all identities, including all cultural, ethnic, religious, social, financial, gender, and sexual identities, as well as people of all ages, abilities, and bodies.
Here are some of the attributes we feel would make for a strong addition to our Board, regardless of identity or experience:
- A collaborative mindset, with a willingness to share ideas and contribute to group work
- A drive to promote social and environmental justice
- Enthusiasm for connecting with local community organizations and businesses
- A passion for arts and culture and / or an interest in supporting the filmmaking community (especially those in the Nogojiwanong / Peterborough area)
- Proven experience (or committed interest to learn about and actively participate) in non-profit governance, including collaborative strategic decision-making, policy development, networking, and operational fundraising
Please note that Board members are not involved in film selection.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Board Directors are normally elected to serve a three-year term. Terms generally begin following our Annual General Meeting in June, unless a specific position is required during the operating season. Directors may serve up to two consecutive terms.
- The Board of Directors meets monthly, both virtually and in-person in Nogojiwanong / Peterborough.
- Board members are expected to contribute to committees and to work at the annual festival. Time commitments run an average of 5-10 hours per month.
- All Board members are expected to contribute to the operational fundraising of the organization, which may include a personal donation, supporting outreach initiatives, and / or thanking donors.
- Each Board member has a legal responsibility to participate actively in making decisions on behalf of the organization and to exercise their best judgment while doing so.
EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
If you are interested in joining ReFrame as a member of our Board of Directors, please take a few minutes to express your interest by filling out the form below.
As part of our commitment to diversity, we will prioritize expressions of interest from persons with disabilities, as well as individuals who are Indigenous, racialized, LGBTQ2SIA+, or have other intersectional identities, including diverse ages, bodies, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
QUESTIONS?
Feel free to get in touch!