Hello students!
This is an excellent opportunity for the students of B.C. to meet new and interesting members of the educational community of B.C.; put your considerable talents to good use; and help us create an inclusive, genuine, and collaborative environment for the educators, administrators, faculty, designers, librarians, attending Festival of Learning 2018.
As a thank you for your time (2+ hours per day), and awesome perk, we will offer you a discounted rate so you can attend the sessions and enjoy #FoL18 with us.
Application Information:
Please tell us about your abilities, availability, and the type of job(s) you are most interested in volunteering for so our organizing committee can coordinate the assignments and make the best use of everyone’s talents.
Important dates:
- January 15, 2018 – Application deadline
- February 1, 2018 – Volunteer assignments
Volunteer opportunities:
- Registration Desk/Wayfinder: Welcome people, distribute name tags, direct people, and answer questions. This position is suited to those who enjoy dealing with details and people, and don’t mind sitting/staying in one spot. Registration desk volunteers can expect intense, fast-paced periods followed by stretches of quieter time.
- Audio Visual/Room Checker: Ensure rooms, equipment, and presenters are technically ready to go before the sessions start. You MUST be tech-savvy and able to quickly troubleshoot audio/visual issues with presenters using a variety of devices and platforms (Mac, PC, laptops, mobile devices, etc.)
- Social Events: Help with set-ups, teardowns, and other logistics during the event. Timeslots include early afternoons and late evenings. This role is good for folks who love high-energy, fast-paced settings and can perform physical tasks (moving tables and chairs, carrying boxes, etc.)
- Conference Add-Ons: Supervisors for self-care features of the festival (e.g., yoga/meditation room and gratitude/letter writing station). Be available for questions, triage, and keep areas organized and well-stocked. Timeslots are available all day, every day. This position is suitable for folks with calm demeanours who thrive in quieter environments.
- Fit-Break Leader: Be the pace-setter for brief walks outside the hotel. This job is ideal for high energy folks who can’t stop moving and love engaging with participants.
If you have any questions about #FoL18, please contact us. Check out presentations, photos, and blog posts from #FoL16.