Flame Con 2024 Volunteer Interest Form

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Flame Con is August 17th & 18th, 2024 at The NY Times Square Sheraton.

NOTE: This application is for volunteering on the day(s) of Flame Con.

Volunteers will receive a Flame Con branded volunteer t-shirt as well as a weekend pass to the convention.

Reminders:

Volunteers must be 18+

Masks are required

Please see our FAQ for any questions or concerns.

Any further questions can be directed to volunteers@flamecon.org

Email *

First Name *

Last Name *

Pronouns

Unisex T-Shirt Size *

XXL (2XL)

XXXL (3XL)

Are you at least 18 years old? *

Yes

Can you comfortably speak any languages other than English? If yes, write them below.

What is your comfort level when speaking and interacting with attendees? *

While the extent of interaction is varied in each position, all roles have a degree of attendee interaction, so please make sure that is something you are comfortable with.

I prefer a less involved role.

I am okay engaging with attendees for a certain amount of time.

I am comfortable with engaging with attendees for long periods of time.

I am very confident in my people skills and have no problem engaging with attendees.

Are you comfortable being assertive if the need arises? *

Sometimes challenges may arise and you may have to take a firm stance. (For serious situations, you will always have the support of Flame Con staff)

Yes

Do you require any reasonable accommodations to carry out your role as a volunteer? If yes, please let us know.

Have you ever volunteered with us before? *

Yes

No, but have attended Flame Con before

Other:

Do you have other convention volunteer/crew experience? *

Please choose up to three or more areas you would prefer to be assigned to: *

Registration

Line management

Workshop Rooms

Stage

Press Room

Info Booth

Exhibitor Hall

Panels

Cosplay Corner

Gaymer Lounge

Required

Are you interested in helping at Fire Ball, our Flame Con 21+ After-Party on Saturday night?

This would be a separate shift on Saturday evening. Responsibilities may include ticket-taking, helping clear the stage between acts, collecting tips for performers, etc. Note: volunteers for this event must be 21+

Yes

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Do you have photography skills and would be interested in volunteering as a photographer during Flame Con? *

Photographers would have to provide their own camera but be provided with a memory card. Would work with a team of volunteers and our Marketing Team to help document Flame Con. Help be part of documenting queer nerd culture and Flame Con's tenth anniversary!

Yes

Do you have experience with cosplay/garment fixes? *

Yes

Are there any special skills that you possess that you think would come in handy?

Please include any skills pertaining to the areas that you chose above.

How many shifts would you like? *

Each shift is approx. 4 hours long.

One shift per day

Multiple shifts per day

Other:

What potential shift hours would you like to volunteer for? *

Please note that volunteer shift hours are not yet finalized, and may change slightly as we get closer to the convention. You will be notified of these times in advance.

Saturday Morning Set-Up (7:30 am-11:30 am)

Saturday Morning Shift (11 am-3 pm)

Saturday Afternoon Shift (2:30 pm-6:30 pm)

Saturday Night Shift (6 pm-9:00 pm)

Saturday Party Shift (7:30 pm - 12 am)

Sunday Morning Shift (10:30 am-2:30 pm)

Sunday Afternoon Shift (2 pm- 6 pm)

Sunday Night Tear-Down (5:30 pm- 8 pm)

Required

Are you interested in hearing about other volunteer opportunities in Geeks OUT?

Geeks OUT is the non-profit that runs Flame Con and is 100% volunteer run. If you're interested in learning more about our open roles, check yes and we'll be happy to send you information!

Yes

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Are there any questions or comments that you have for us?

And if you are volunteering with a group, please let us know here!

A copy of your responses will be emailed to the address you provided.

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