25.05.2026

Volunteer for TAFF!

TAFF is looking for enthusiastic volunteers for the 11th edition of the festival, to be held at the Manilla Culture Factory & Art House Turku from August 26–30, 2026

We need volunteers during the festival, as well as a few extra hands before the festival. Shifts are approximately five (5) hours long, and we hope everyone will commit to at least three (3) shifts. However, we’ll do our best to accommodate your schedule if needed! In your application, please indicate the days and times that work for you. We offer volunteers a festival pass, one (1) vegan lunch per workday, and insurance coverage for the duration of your shift.

The festival needs all kinds of people and skills, but you don’t need any special expertise or prior experience, as we’ll provide all the guidance you need for the job. There are many different tasks available, so every applicant is sure to find a role they’ll enjoy. You can choose just one volunteer role or participate in multiple roles if you wish. The goal is to keep the shifts relaxed, no one has to work through gritted teeth and dripping with sweat! You can also use the form to let us know if, for example, you’d like to join the same shifts as a friend. Read more about the volunteer tasks below!

APPLICATION FORM

TAFF (Turun elokuvatapahtumat ry) uses this form to collect information from individuals applying to be festival volunteers. Only festival staff have access to the collected data, which is retained only for as long as necessary. The data will not be disclosed to third parties.

If you have any questions about volunteering or the application process, please send an email to info@taff.fi

DESCRIPTIONS OF TASKS:

  • Setting up, closing down, cleaning, decorating:

On the day before the festival, the festival will be built and the Manilla and Kino Kilta will be decorated. After the event, the place will be cleaned up.

  • Technical support:

Technicians are responsible for the technical aspects of the screenings, i.e. making sure that the image is visible and the sound is audible.

  • Runner:

A runner does what is needed: takes, imports, manages and adjusts, when needed.

  • Driver:

The drivers will have a car to transport all kinds of supplies during the event. A B licence is required.

  • Info, ticket sales:

The information desk sells tickets for film screenings and answers all sorts of tricky questions. We expect volunteers at the information desk to be able to communicate in both Finnish and English.

  • Exhibition guard:

Guidance and supervision of the TAFF exhibitions at the House of Arts.

  • Door manager, screening presenter:

Door staff check visitors’ tickets and take care of the practicalities at the beginning and end of the screenings. The host introduces any creators of films who may be present, opens and closes the screening, and provides guidance to the audience. We expect presenters to be able to communicate in both Finnish and English.

  • Security:

The stewards monitor the smooth running and safety of the side events and respond to concerns raised by customers. A steward card is required.

APPLICATION FORM

Welcome to the eleventh TAFF!