OSIF Board Positions are for 2-Year Terms

OSIF Board of Directors Candidate Criteria:

1. Membership in Good Standing

• Must be a current member of OSIF in good standing at the time of nomination and throughout the election process.  To become a member, click here.
  
  

2. Commitment to OSIF’s Mission

• Demonstrates alignment with OSIF’s mandate to support and grow independent filmmaking in the Okanagan

• Shows interest in contributing to the local film community
  
  

3. Ability to Contribute Time and Effort

• Willing and able to attend regular board meetings

• Adept at using technology and communicating both digitally and in person
  

• Participate in committees, events, and organizational initiatives

• Commit to a typical board term (2 years)
  
  

4. Governance & Team Participation

• Willing to work collaboratively with other board members

• Able to engage in respectful discussion and decision-making

• Understands (or is willing to learn) basic non-profit governance responsibilities
  
  

5. Relevant Skills or Experience (Preferred, Not Mandatory)

Candidates may bring experience in areas such as:

• Film/TV production or creative industries

• Event planning and festival operations

• Marketing, sponsorship, or community outreach

• Finance, legal, or organizational management

• Fundraising or grant writing

(Note: A diverse mix of backgrounds and experience levels is encouraged.)

6. Professionalism & Conduct

• Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and respect in professional and community interactions

• Will uphold OSIF’s policies, code of conduct, and ethical standards
  
  

7. No Disqualifying Conflicts

• Able to serve in the best interest of OSIF without significant conflicts of interest

• Willing to disclose any potential conflicts
  
  

8. Willingness to Support Organizational Growth

• Open to contributing ideas, strategy, and long-term planning

• Interested in helping OSIF evolve and expand its impact

Duties of a Board Member

Board members of OSIF are responsible for providing governance, oversight, and strategic direction to support the organization’s mission and long-term sustainability.

1. Governance & Oversight

• Participate in setting organizational direction, policies, and priorities

• Ensure OSIF operates in accordance with its Constitution, Bylaws, and applicable laws

• Exercise fiduciary responsibility in decision-making
  
  

2. Meeting Participation

• Attend and actively contribute to regular board meetings

• Review meeting materials in advance and engage in informed discussion

• Participate in voting on key decisions
  
  

3. Committee Involvement

• Serve on at least one committee (e.g., events, sponsorship, governance, programming, etc.)

• Contribute to planning and execution of OSIF initiatives and events
  
  

4. Financial Stewardship

• Help oversee budgets, financial planning, and resource allocation

• Support responsible use of funds, grants, and sponsorships

• Review financial reports as needed
  
  

5. Support Organizational Activities

• Assist with events such as the Okanagan Screen Awards, HorrorFest, networking events, and other programming

• Act as ambassadors for OSIF within the community
  
  

6. Strategic Planning & Growth

• Contribute to long-term planning and organizational development

• Help identify opportunities for growth, partnerships, and funding
  
  

7. Ethical Conduct & Accountability

• Act in the best interest of OSIF at all times

• Maintain confidentiality when required

• Disclose and manage any conflicts of interest
  
  

8. Community Representation

• Represent OSIF in a professional and positive manner

• Support inclusivity and a welcoming environment for all members

Time Commitment

Serving on the OSIF Board of Directors requires an ongoing commitment of time and participation throughout the year. Board members are expected to contribute consistently, while recognizing that availability may fluctuate. Open communication and reliability are key to maintaining a strong and effective board.

General Expectations
Approximately 6–10 hours per month on average.  Time commitment may vary depending on role, committee involvement, and time of year. 

Board Meetings are typically once per month for 1.5-2 hours in length.  During festival season, or for emergency OSIF business, additional meetings may be called.  Review and understanding of agenda, previous minutes, and materials are expected by each board member before a meeting is held.

Committee Work - Board Members are encouraged to participate on at least one committee, or oversee a position for a particular program.  This could add additional workload depending on level of activity and participation.

Events & Key Periods - May require addition hours or increased involvement during major events (ex., Okanagan Screen Awards, HorrorFest, other festivals, networking events or programming)

Communication & Ongoing Involvement - Respond to emails, WhatsApp discussions, and votes between meetings, while staying engaged with ongoing OSIF initiatives and decisions.

Election Timeline:

Applications Open: Wednesday, March 26, 2026

Application Deadline: Friday, April 10, 2026 - 9am PST

Announcement of Nominees: Monday, April 13, 2026

Voting will begin: Friday, April 17, 2026 @ 9am PST, online

Voting will conclude: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 @ 9am PST

Results:  No later than April 24, 2026

AGM where the Board will be sworn in: TBD

Election Committee

In accordance to OSIF's Constitution and Bylaws, an Election Committee shall be formed before each election by the Board of Directors, with the goal of ensuring transparency, fairness and integrity of electing new board members.

The committee will be responsible for establishing the criteria for board candidates, candidate nominations, evaluations and vetting of candidates brought forward to the election process, scheduling of election, vote collection, counting, and verifying results, an evaluation/review of the election process, as well as addressing any concerns or disputes related to the election.

Not all self-nominations will be automatically accepted. The Election Committee reserves the right to vet candidates to ensure alignment with OSIF’s bylaws, values, and governance standards, in order to maintain a fair and effective election process.

Nominate Yourself for the OSIF Board

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