Volunteer | Matatu Film Stage

Cinema is Food, But People Are Starving

Matatu Film Stage (MFS) is a bold Pan-African traveling film festival that takes African cinema to where the people are; cinemas, bibanda, matatus, community halls, and open spaces. Our 3rd Edition premieres in Kampala from October 4–10, 2025, before touring Uganda and across Africa.

We’re calling on passionate, energetic, and committed volunteers to join us in Driving African Stories Home.

Volunteer Requirements

To join the volunteer team, applicants should:

Age – Be at least 18 years old (youth & students encouraged).
Availability – Commit to the festival dates (October 4–10, 2025) and attend a mandatory orientation session in late September.
Passion – Have an interest in African cinema, arts, culture, or community work.
Team Spirit – Be reliable, respectful, and able to work well with others.
Communication – Have good interpersonal skills (English and Luganda required, other local languages a plus).
Flexibility – Be willing to adapt to different roles and dynamic festival environments.
Commitment – Uphold the festival’s values of inclusion, accessibility, and creativity.
Health & Energy – Be physically able to support event activities (some roles may involve standing, moving around, or assisting guests).

⚡ Optional but valued:

Skills in photography, video, social media, or event logistics.
Experience in hospitality, ushering, or community engagement.

Why Volunteer?

Gain hands-on experience in arts, culture, and festival management.
Network with filmmakers, artists, and cultural leaders from Africa and beyond.
Build skills in event coordination, hospitality, media, and community engagement.
Be recognized as part of a bold Pan-African creative movement.

Commitment

Festival Week: October 4–10, 2025 (Kampala)
Pre-festival orientation & training (late September).
Flexible schedules available (half-day or full-day shifts).

Volunteer Roles

We’re recruiting volunteers in these areas:

Event Support: ushering, ticketing, audience care.
Guest & Artist Support: welcoming, guiding, and coordinating.
Media & Content: photography, video, social media support.
Workshops & Panels: assisting with masterclasses and talks.
Community Outreach: connecting with local bibanda and audiences.

Who Can Apply?

Open to youth, students, cinephiles, and creatives.
Must be reliable, passionate, and a team player.
No prior experience needed, just enthusiasm and commitment.