VOLUNTEER
Looking for an exciting way to give back to your community, or simply score a free festival ticket? Join us as a volunteer
application has closed for 2023
Our festival is one of the year’s biggest event in Wollongong, and we need your help to make it a success.
As a volunteer, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside a team of passionate individuals who are dedicated to creating an unforgettable experience for festival attendees. Whether you’re interested in event planning, customer service, sustainability and the environment or simply want to lend a helping hand, we have a variety of volunteer positions available to suit your skills and interests.
As a festival volunteer, you'll get to:
- Be a part of a dynamic and energetic team
- Gain valuable experience in event services
- Meet new people and make lasting connections in your community
- Enjoy all the excitement and festivities of the festival
- A single festival ticket to enjoy the rest of the day! (Those on the late night shift get tickets for the following day)
We're looking for volunteers who are:
- Reliable and responsible
- Friendly, respectful, and outgoing
- Have a positive attitude
- Eager to learn and take on new challenges
- Available to work at least one 4-hour shift during the festival
Whether you're a student, retiree, or simply looking to give back to your community (or score that free event ticket), we welcome volunteers of all ages and backgrounds. Join us for a fun and rewarding experience as we come together to create an unforgettable festival. Some of the roles include:
- Ticket scanning & Wrist banding
- Wayfinding
- Water angels
- Route Rangers
- Hype Owls
- Green Team
- décor pixies
APPLICATIONS CLOSED FOR Volunteers team.
Please note by applying you authorise us to share your application with third party management services of applicable departments.
Note: We don’t use volunteers for bars, backstage work, production, publicity, marketing, or admin.
VOLUNTEER FAQS
You must be 18+ to volunteer at our festival.
While we value your preferences, we cannot guarantee your preferred shift time for volunteering. Shift assignments are subject to availability, operational requirements, and the needs of our organisation. We will make reasonable efforts to accommodate your scheduling preferences, but please understand that alternate shift times may be assigned based on the overall needs and availability of our volunteer positions. Your flexibility and willingness to adapt to different shift times are appreciated.
You will receive your festival GA ticket after completing your shift.
Please note that while we appreciate your interest and willingness to volunteer with our team, submitting an application does not guarantee the role you have chosen, but we will try our best! Due to various factors such as availability, qualifications, and organisational needs, we reserve the right to assign volunteers to different positions based on our discretion and the overall suitability of applicants. We will make every effort to accommodate your preferences, but please understand that alternative roles may be offered. Your flexibility and openness to alternative volunteer opportunities are greatly appreciated.
We understand the desire to volunteer alongside a friend or in the company of someone familiar. While we will make an effort to accommodate buddy requests, we cannot guarantee that we will be able to assign you and your preferred companion to the same shift or position. Factors such as availability, skills required, and the needs of our organisation may influence our ability to honour such requests. We appreciate your understanding and flexibility in this matter.
We allocate shifts at random between the hours of 10:00am & 11:00 pm for Volunteers.
Volunteers get a 4-hour shift, longer if they want.
By doing two volunteer shifts!
There is no reserved parking available onsite. We do not recommend driving to the festival site, use public transport or private drop off/pickup. Don’t forget – PLAN IN ADVANCE & ARRIVE EARLY – there will be traffic and road delays. Road closures are in place on Northfields Ave between Robsons Rd & Ring Rd West
