Join the festival team

MIFF is currently recruiting for a new Membership and Philanthropy Coordinator to support the delivery of our 73rd edition. If you love film and want to join a dynamic festival team, we want to hear from you.


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MIFF Member Screening

MIFF Members enjoy exclusive, complimentary preview screenings ahead of their release in cinemas. Join or renew your membership today to receive an exclusive invitation to a screening of Andrea Arnold’s latest film Bird.

 

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MIFF Autumn Screenings

This autumn, MIFF heads to Bunjil Place to present some of the festival’s most popular films. Sit back and enjoy a luxurious outdoor cinematic experience under the stars, complete with live music performances, DJs, filmmaker Q&As, special menus and much more.


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Gift Vouchers

Give an unforgettable MIFF experience to your nearest and dearest. Gift vouchers are available at any value, are valid for three years, and can be redeemed for festival tickets, passes or memberships – the perfect present for the cinephile in your life.


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Submit Your Film

Submissions for MIFF’s 73rd edition, running from 7–24 August 2025, are currently open! We’re looking for feature-length films, short films and XR works from filmmakers across the globe. Submissions close 13 February.

 

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Become a Member

Show your love for MIFF while accessing year-round benefits. Complimentary preview screenings, exclusive Member discounts and year-round concession entry to all our cinema partners are just some of the perks of joining our community of Melbourne film lovers. Members also get exclusive access to a four-day pre-sale, which commences immediately following the yearly Program Launch event.


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Partner With MIFF

Harness the passion of MIFF’s loyal community and create long-lasting brand value through innovative and compelling experiences that extend on and beyond the screen. We look forward to working with you to develop and activate a unique partnership tailored to your goals.


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