FESTIVAL VOLUNTEER JOB DESCRIPTIONS

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

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

 

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 1: Floater/Booth Sitter 

Responsibilities:

• Relieving artist for breaks
• Running errands
• Making sure the eating area is tidy and clear of waste
• Notifying arena staff when garbage/recycle bins need to be emptied
• Pick up artist information papers (for Sunday afternoon shift only)
• After Festival end, a few remain to collect artist badges in booth, take down booth numbers, take down and discard artist booth name signs

Time Commitment:

• Friday, May 9th: 7:00pm-10:00pm
• Saturday May 10th: 10:00am-1:30pm or 1:30pm-5:00pm
• Sunday, May 11th:10:00am-1:30pm or 1:30pm-4:30pm (a few remain till 5:30 pm)

Skills/Qualifications:

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

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

 

Role 2: WRAPPING STATION ATTENDANT

Responsibilities:

• Wrapping and securing patron purchases
• Organizing materials and station for wrapping
• Collecting invoices including managing purchase receipts for Treasurer and Artists.

Time Commitment:

• Friday, May 9th: 7:00pm-10:00pm
• Saturday May 10th: 10:00am-1:30pm or 1:30pm-5:00pm
• Sunday, May 11th:10:00am-1:30pm or 1:30pm-4:30pm

Skills/Qualifications:

• Interested in interacting with artists and community members
• Friendly and courteous with good customer service skills

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

 

Role 3: TICKET SALES / WELCOME TABLE

Responsibilities:

• Greet and welcome patrons 
• Sell Festival tickets
• Provide Festival information brochure and general inquiry
• Report any problems to the Festival Chair or Committee Member
• Help keep the table area clean and organized

Time Commitment:

• Friday, May 9th: 7:00pm-10:00pm
• Saturday May 10th: 10:00am-1:30pm or 1:30pm-5:00pm
• Sunday, May 11th:10:00am-1:30pm or 1:30pm-4:30pm

Skills/Qualifications:

• Interested in interacting with artists and community members
• Good math skills
• Friendly and courteous with good customer service skills

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

 

Role 4: FRIDAY EVENING FOOD SERVER

Responsibilities:

• Serve food to guests
• Respond to questions about food served
• Engages with guests

Time Commitment:

• Friday, May 9th: 7:00pm-10:00pm

Skills/Qualifications:

• Interested in interacting with artists and community members
• Friendly and courteous with good customer service skills
• Being on your feet for extended period and handling trays or dishes

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