Every year, we look for friendly, film-loving folks from across the LGBTQIA+ and ally community to help bring Australia’s largest queer film festival to life.
Our volunteers have a passion for film, events, festivals and connecting with the queer community, and get the opportunity to learn new skills, gain valuable industry experience, make friends, and give back to the LGBTQIA+ community.
Volunteer Applications Open
Friday 8 August
Online
Volunteer Applications Close
Friday 29 August
Online
Online Volunteer Induction
Mid September
Online
2025 Program Launch
Wednesday 15 October
The Capitol
Volunteer Meet & Greet
Early November
Victorian Pride Centre, St Kilda
2025 Festival Dates
Thursday 13 November – Sunday 23 November
Successful applicants will be notified in September. The mandatory online volunteer induction will be held before the festival, and an optional Volunteer Meet & Greet will take place in early November.
Front of House Volunteers (FOHVO)
Love interacting with people? Our FOHVOs are key to a great festival experience!
You’ll be:
• Welcoming and scanning tickets for patrons
• Guiding attendees to seats and around venues
• Promoting the festival and providing info about the MQFF program
• Ensuring a fun and safe atmosphere for everyone
• Assisting the MQFF Venue Manager and Volunteer Coordinator
Estimated commitment: 1-3 shifts, each 3-5 hours long
Front of House Coordinators (VC)
Got leadership skills? Become a VC and lead our amazing team! Your role includes:
• Helping the MQFF Venue Manager assign tasks to volunteers (scanning, ushering, etc.)
• Supervising Front of House Volunteers
• Assisting with session management and volunteer tasks
Estimated commitment: 1-3 shifts, each 3-5 hours long
Photographers & Videographers
Skilled with a camera? We need talented photographers and videographers to capture the festival magic! Your tasks:
• Documenting MQFF events
• Photo and video editing
• Delivering content to tight deadlines
Estimated commitment: Up to 4 hours per event.
Requirements
• Must be over 18 years of age
• Minimum of three volunteer shifts during festival periods
• Valid Working With Children Check (WWCC) required
Volunteers receive an MQFF t-shirt and one complimentary pass per completed shift.
Check out MQFF social media for updates and info. Contact us with any questions:
Got questions? Visit our Volunteer FAQs page.
