Volunteer Opportunities Await! Sutton's First Literary Festival
Place at my Table
A Place at My Table is hosting Sutton's first-ever literary festival on the 12 & 13 October 2024, and we need your help to make it a resounding success! We have a variety of exciting volunteer roles available, perfect for anyone passionate about books and the arts.
Volunteer Opportunities Await! Sutton's First Literary Festival A Place at My Table is hosting Sutton's first-ever literary festival on 12 & 13 October 2024, and we need your help to make it a resounding success! We have a variety of exciting volunteer roles available, perfect for anyone passionate about books and the arts. Unleash your creativity: • Event/Set Designers: Transform venues with stunning set designs, crafting immersive experiences for festival goers. (Experience in design fields preferred). • Author Liaison Stewards: play a pivotal role in providing exceptional care and attention to our esteemed authors throughout the Sutton Literary Festival. We take immense pride in offering authors an elevated level of hospitality, ensuring their comfort and enjoyment during their festival experience. This role involves a range of responsibilities, from assisting authors at their point of arrival to catering to their needs during the festival. • Arts Copywriters: Captivate audiences with your words! Craft compelling content for festival materials, social media, and more. (Strong writing skills are a must). • Photographers: Capture the energy and spirit of the festival through your lens. (Experience with digital photography and editing is a plus). • Filmers/Videographers: Bring the festival to life with your videography skills! Create engaging content to share on social media and document the event. (Proficiency in cinematography and video editing is essential). • Social Media and Communications: Be our voice online! Share festival news, engage with audiences, and build excitement on social media platforms. • Finance Volunteer: Become our Festival Finance Whiz! a vital role in ensuring the smooth financial operation of the festival: Assist in managing the festival's budget, Preparation of financial reports, Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures. Join the Team! Excited to be part of Sutton's first Literary Festival? Email your resume to Jacqueline@sharp-raiser.com with the specific volunteer role you're interested in (e.g., Social Media, Filmographer) in the subject line. We can't wait to welcome you to our passionate team and work together to make the festival unforgettable! Thank you for your interest in supporting our literary community.
Administration,Art & Design,Business, Management & Research,Marketing, PR & Media,Events & Stewarding
Admin, Bookkeeping & Finance, Creative & Design, Communication Skills
Due to the variety of volunteer roles at the Sutton Literary Festival, the skills required will differ depending on the position. Here's a breakdown: General Skills: • Passion for literature and/or community events: A genuine interest in books and the festival's goals is a plus for most roles. • Excellent communication skills: The ability to clearly convey information and collaborate effectively is essential. • Teamwork: Working collaboratively with other volunteers and festival organizers is key to success. • Commitment: Reliability and dedication to fulfilling the assigned tasks are important. Specific Skills: Filmer/Videographer:Proficiency in cinematography and video editing, a creative eye, and the ability to adapt to a dynamic environment. • Social Media and Communications: Strong written communication and social media experience. • Event/Set Designer: Experience in event design, set design, interior design, or a related field with a strong eye for aesthetics. • Arts Copywriter: Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with the ability to write in various styles and formats. • Photographer: Experience with digital photography and editing, an eye for composition, and the ability to capture candid moments. • Finance: Experience in finance, accounting, or bookkeeping, Strong attention to detail and organisational skills, Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Be part of history: This is the first-ever Sutton Literary Festival, so volunteers will be instrumental in shaping its legacy. • Gain valuable experience: Each role offers opportunities to develop new skills or enhance existing ones, depending on the position. • Supportive and collaborative environment: a positive team atmosphere where volunteers can learn from each other and festival organizers. • Make a difference: Volunteers directly contribute to the success of a community event promoting literature and the arts. • Lunch and travel expenses. • Networking opportunities. • Free festival access. • References.
Either in or out of office hours. Estimate of time needed: 15-90 hours, 7-8 hours a week leading up to the festival. Must be able to attend Festival Briefings in August
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Croydon, CR0 3PA Mainly at home Must be able to attend Festival Briefings in August
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