Volunteers at MIFF

Would you like to volunteer for the Meaford Culture Foundation and make a difference at one of our upcoming events such as MIFF, or our ONLINE auction?

 Are you interested in getting involved at the Board level?

 Evelyn Dean, Volunteers’ Coordinator evelyndean545@gmail.com  519-373-4391

Meaford is a community of volunteers, and MIFF wouldn’t exist without them.  You see some of them in the party tent serving drinks and the complimentary food, but there’s so much more.  From putting up and decorating the big party tent to raising awareness of the festival, volunteers are the backbone of MIFF and we are so grateful to them.  If you would like to get involved download the forms below.

Volunteer Information MIFF

Volunteer Application MIFF

 

Questions or comments? Contact MCF at info@meafordculture.ca

Time Commitment: Volunteers are needed for shifts throughout the festival, which typically runs over 3 to 4 days in September. Shifts may vary in length depending on the festival schedule, but your contribution during meal times and intermissions is crucial to the smooth operation of the festival.

Open Volunteer Positions:

Food Server

Description: Join our team as a Food Server at the Meaford International Film Festival (MIFF ) and help ensure attendees enjoy a delightful culinary experience alongside their film screenings. Your role will involve serving food and beverages to guests in a friendly and efficient manner, contributing to the overall enjoyment and success of the festival.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in setting up food and beverage stations before each event.
  • Serve food and drinks to attendees during designated breaks and intermissions.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of food service areas.
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety standards in handling and serving food.
  • Provide friendly and helpful customer service to attendees.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Previous experience in food service or hospitality is preferred but not required.
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
  • Friendly and customer-focused attitude.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Reliable and punctual.

Benefits:

  • Gain valuable experience in food service and event hospitality.
  • Opportunity to interact with film enthusiasts, filmmakers, and industry professionals.
  • Contribute to the success of a vibrant cultural event in Meaford.

Join us as a Food Server at MIFF and help create a memorable experience for attendees through great food and hospitality!

Host

Description: As a Host at the Meaford International Film Festival (MIFF), you play a crucial role in creating a welcoming and organized atmosphere for our festival attendees. Your primary responsibility will be to greet guests, provide information about the festival schedule, assist with seating, and ensure a smooth transition between film screenings.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Greet and welcome attendees as they arrive at the festival venues.
  • Provide information about the films being screened, the festival schedule, and any special events.
  • Assist attendees with finding seats and ensure they are comfortable.
  • Manage the entry and exit of guests between film screenings to maintain order and minimize disruptions.
  • Answer general inquiries about the festival and the local area.
  • Collaborate with other volunteers and festival staff to address any issues that may arise.

Skills & Qualifications:

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Friendly and approachable demeanor.
  • Ability to remain calm under pressure and handle potentially stressful situations.
  • Interest in film and enthusiasm for promoting cultural events.
  • Reliable and punctual.

Benefits:

  • Gain valuable experience working in a dynamic cultural event environment.
  • Opportunity to interact with film enthusiasts, filmmakers, and industry professionals.
  • Contribute to the success of a vibrant community event.

Decor Volunteer

Description: Be part of creating a visually stunning atmosphere at the Meaford International Film Festival (MIFF) as a Decor Volunteer. Your creative touch will help transform our festival venues into captivating spaces that enhance the film-viewing experience for our attendees.

Key Responsibilities:

    • Assist in decorating festival venues according to the designated theme or style.
    • Set up and arrange decorations, including but not limited to, banners, posters, lighting, and table settings.
    • Collaborate with the Decor Team Lead and other volunteers to ensure all decorations are set up in a timely manner.
    • Help maintain the decor during the festival by ensuring everything remains in place and in good condition.
    • Support the teardown and cleanup of decorations after the festival concludes.

Skills and Qualifications:

        • Creativity and an eye for detail.
        • Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
        • Willingness to take direction from the Decor Team Lead.
        • Physically capable of lifting and moving decorations as needed.
        • Reliable and punctual.

      Benefits:

      • Gain hands-on experience in event decor and design.
      • Opportunity to contribute to the artistic ambiance of a cultural event.
      • Interact with film enthusiasts, filmmakers, and industry professionals.

    Join us as a Decor Volunteer at MIFF and help set the stage for a memorable cinematic experience in Meaford!

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