FESTIVAL VOLUNTEER JOB DESCRIPTIONS

PELHAM ART FESTIVAL at the Meridian Community Centre (MCC) in Fonthill                        

Role 1: FESTIVAL SET UP/TAKE DOWN CREW

Time Commitment: About 3-5 hours

• Thursday May 9, 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
• Monday May 13, 9:00 am. - 12:00 pm

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• transfer display boards from storage room behind bleachers in MCC to floor of arena using a roller cart or by carrying the boards
• transfer display accessories, and decorating supplies from storage room to arena floor
• assemble display walls with direction of Crew Leaders or assistants
• set up tables and chairs

Skills/Qualifications: 

• Physically able to do manual labour - MUST BE physically able to lift 40 lbs. unassisted
• Positive attitude
• Ability to follow instructions
• Ability to work well independently or in a group
• Problem solving skills                                                                                  

To sign up, please Contact: [email protected] or use the form at the bottom of the page

 

Role 2: DECORATING CREW

Time Commitment: About 3 hours

• Thursday May 9: 9:00 or 10:00 am - 2 pm
• Friday May 10  9:00 am to 2 pm
• Monday May 13 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Pick up plants from local growers with vehicle
• Follow Theme of the Year plan
• Decorate the Entry and Arena to make it welcoming for artists and the public:
• Arrange plants for display around stage, in central dining area, and in entry to arena; arrange tables, chairs, accessories, decor where appropriate according to overall plan
• Prepare centre pieces
• Prepare Sponsor Sign display
• Set up signage wherever needed in arena and entry to provide welcoming atmosphere

Skills/Qualifications

• Physically able to do manual labour
• Positive attitude
• Ability to follow instructions
• Ability to work well independently or in a group
• Problem solving skills
• Creativity 

To sign up, please Contact:  [email protected] or form at the bottom of page

 

Role 3: Floater/Booth Sitter 

Time Commitment:

• Friday, May 10th: 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
• Saturday May 11th: 10:00am-1:30pm or 1: 30 pm - 5:00 pm
• Sunday, May 12th:10:00 am-1:30 pm or 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Responsibilities:

• Interacting with exhibitors, attendees, and volunteers
• Relieving artists for breaks (not required to sell art) 
• Running errands

Skills/Qualifications: 

• Interested in interacting with artists andcommunity members
• Friendly and able to provide polite communication

To sign up, please contact:  [email protected] or form below