Each 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! Volunteer roles provide opportunity to learn new skills, gain valuable industry experience, make friends, and give back to the LGBTIQA+ community.
Volunteer Applications Open
Monday 10 August
Online
Volunteer Applications Close
Saturday 06 September
Online
Online Volunteer Induction
Early October
Online
2026 Program Launch
Wednesday 14 October
The Capitol
2026 Festival Dates
Friday 13 November – Sunday 22 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
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.
