Get Involved
Volunteer with us.
Watch Africa Film Festival takes place 11–13 September 2026 at Chapter Arts Centre, Cardiff — and it runs on the people who show up for it.
Work alongside the festival team.
We’re looking for volunteers across a range of roles — from front of house and technical support to social media, photography and festival coordination.
You’ll work alongside the festival team, gain hands-on experience in film festival production, and have full access to screenings and events throughout the festival.
Roles We’re Recruiting For
Find the role that fits you.
Assistant Producer / Festival Coordinator
Work closely with the Producer to coordinate festival logistics and communications, support programme delivery and scheduling, liaise with filmmakers, partners, panelists, vendors and workshop leads, and help bring the festival vision to life.
Front of House Volunteer
Welcome guests, check tickets, answer questions, help with audience flow, manage attendee check-in, and provide festival schedules and information.
Guest & Filmmaker Liaison
Help filmmakers, speakers and special guests with check-in and event information across the weekend.
Social Media
Help capture and share the festival as it happens across our channels.
Photography / Videography
Document screenings, workshops, performances and audiences across the weekend.
Technical Support
Support screenings, workshops and hybrid filmmaker Q&As alongside the venue team.
Why Volunteer
What you get out of it.
- Hands-on experience in film festival production
- Full access to screenings and events
- A place alongside a team that’s building something that matters in Cardiff
On The Ground
What a festival weekend looks like.
Welcome desks, foyer performances, packed auditoriums — every one of these moments was held together by volunteers.
Vendors & Traders
WAFF 2026 — Vendor & Trader Application
WAFF 2026 is coming to Chapter Arts Centre, Cardiff on 12–13 September 2026. We’re looking for food and drink traders, craft sellers, and artists to be part of the festival. If you sell, make, or create — and you want to reach an engaged, culturally curious audience — we’d love to have you with us.
Complete the application form to apply. We review all applications and will be in touch.
What you need to know
- Trading takes place across the festival concourse at Chapter Arts Centre, with a designated pitch space for the duration of your booked day or days
- Trading dates: Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 September 2026
- Trader fee: £25 for one day, £40 for both days
- Payment is confirmed upon acceptance — nothing is required at application stage
Register
WAFF 2026 Volunteer Registration Form
Watch Africa Film Festival takes place 11–13 September 2026 at Chapter Arts Centre, Cardiff. Register your interest and tell us which role suits you best.
Apply
Tell us how you’d like to help.
No festival experience needed for most roles — enthusiasm, reliability and warmth matter more.