Festival Coordinator

Box; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A cultural organization in the City of London is seeking Festival Coordinators for an upcoming festival. The role involves assisting with planning, event logistics, and ensuring an inclusive experience for attendees. Ideal candidates are friendly, reliable, and enjoy teamwork. Previous festival experience is a plus, but enthusiasm is crucial. This is a volunteer position for December, with applications closing on 20/11/2025.

Qualifications

• Enjoy working with people and in teams.
• Can remain calm and positive in a busy environment.
• Enthusiasm for the role is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and delivery of festival events.
• Assist with event scheduling and logistics.
• Welcome and direct festival attendees.
• Help coordinate volunteers.
• Ensure a positive experience for all visitors.

Skills

Friendly

Reliable

Organised

Good communication skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Problem-solving

Event or festival experience

Job description

The organisation is dedicated to creating inclusive, creative, and accessible cultural experiences that celebrate local talent and bring people together. You can have a look at our amazing shortlisted candidates and out of competition screenings on MiraBan’s socials .

Festival Coordinators will support the planning and delivery of festival events, industry talks and networking events. This is an ideal role for individuals interested in arts administration, event management, community organising, or producing.

• Required for one week of pre-festival prep (online or in-person) and two days on-site (13 and 14 December)
• Assisting with event scheduling, planning, and logistics
• Supporting artists, performers, and participants on-site
• Welcoming and directing festival attendees
• Helping coordinate volunteers and activity areas
• Assisting with setup and pack-down
• Ensuring a positive and inclusive experience for all visitors

Person specifications

We are looking for people who:

• Are friendly, reliable, and organised
• Enjoy working with people and in teams
• Have good communication skills
• Can remain calm and positive in a busy environment
• Are willing to take initiative and problem-solve when required
• Previous event or festival experience is welcome but not necessary — enthusiasm is just as important!

How to apply

To apply, please send the following by email:

• Your name and contact details
• Why you are interested in volunteering
• Any relevant experience or skills you would like to share

Send your application to: [e-mail] Please write “Volunteer Application – Festival Coordinator” in the subject

The closing date for this position is 20/11/2025 at 23:59