Join Our Team

SCFF is run by a team of enthusiastic volunteers and we would love you to join us to make our annual event the best it can be.

We’ve identified some roles but please contact us if you think you have other skills to offer, or feel that you could pick up bits from a few different roles. We’ve written approximate time-frames, as some roles are needed year-round and others only in the lead-up to the event, and we’d suggest 1-3 hours per week for each role approximately.

We may invite you for an interview (in person or via Zoom) depending on the role you’re interested in.

All roles operate on a voluntary basis currently, out of pocket expenses (such as travel) will be reimbursed in agreement with the festival directors.

  • Applicants do not have to live in Sheffield although it may be beneficial for some roles.

  • Many roles do not need to be filled by practicing Christians but we ask that all volunteers respect the Christian ethos of our organisation.

  • Depending on role, volunteers will get benefits such as free or discounted access to the event (usually October), reduced price refreshments, or buffet lunch during the event.

Team Roles

  • (year-round)

    Identify funds we can apply for as a community interest company

    Write funding applications

    Seek sponsorship from businesses

    Contribute ideas to help generate the needed funds throughout the year

  • (year-round)

    Work with our Communications Director to build our audience and promote our annual event.

    Develop our electronic and print communications and brand

    Assist with graphic design, copywriting, website maintenance

  • (year-round)

    Help us understand our existing audience and find ways to develop and grow our audience through supplementary activities, direct communication and other creative means. Ensure we’re making SCFF accessible and inclusive.

  • (short term, 2-6 months depending on how the role is shared)

    Help plan the details and logistics of providing an excellent attendee experience.

    Venue sourcing/ management

    Venue decoration and signage

    Contribute to programme curation

  • (short term, 2-4 months)

    Recruit stewards and other volunteers

    Help train and manage volunteers, including scheduling

    Ensure volunteers are well looked after before and during the event

  • (1-2 days per year)

    Greet attendees at the door and check people in

    Help set up the venue and pack away

    Serve refreshments

    Help people find their way around

    Run necessary errands during the event

    Help pack up the venue at the end of the event

    May involve serving alcohol if over 18

  • (1-2 days per year)

    Photo and film our annual event and provide us with high resolution images and clips for promotional use throughout the year

    Contribute ideas to help us communicate about the festival online and offline throughout the year