Winnipeg Music Festival Volunteer - Various Positions

Organization Details
Organization Name: The Winnipeg Music Festival
Address: #2-88 St. Anne's Road
Winnipeg MB  R2M 2Y7
Website: http://www.winnipegmusicfestival.org
Organizational Description: Celebrating musicians of all ages and abilities since 1919, the Winnipeg Music Festival is proud to facilitate its 105th festival! This event takes place from February 24 to March 16 in a variety of performance venues throughout Winnipeg.
Volunteer Opportunity Details
Volunteer Opportunity ID: 5668
   
Description of Duties:

Calling all Music Enthusiasts! Volunteer at the 107th Annual Winnipeg Music Festival!


Are you passionate about music and eager to be part of an inspiring event? The 107th Annual Winnipeg Music Festival is just around the corner, and we're looking for dedicated volunteers to help make this year's festival unforgettable! Whether you're a musician, music lover, or simply someone who enjoys being involved in the arts, this is your chance to contribute to one of the most cherished musical events in Winnipeg!


Dates: March 2-23, 2025


Volunteer Roles Include:


Adjudicator's Assistant - Assist the experts as they evaluate talented performers of all ages and abilities.


Music Wrangler - Help with organizing participants' original scores for the adjudicator.


Door Person - Welcome attendees to the festival and set the tone for an unforgettable experience.


Registration/Box Office - Be the first point of contact for audience members and festival participants.


Support a long-standing tradition that celebrates amateur music making and brings our community together.


Sign up today on our website and help make this year's festival a musical triumph!

   
Skills Required:

Volunteers should be:



  • Punctual & Reliable: Be on time and dependable to keep things running smoothly.

  • Organized & Ready to Help: Stay on top of tasks keep things tidy, and ability to use supplied forms and written instructions to help with the job.

  • Great Communicator: Share information clearly and listen well, while being friendly and approachable.

  • People-Friendly: Enjoy working with individuals of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds.

  • Respectful & Inclusive: Treat everyone with kindness and respect, no matter their needs.

   
Skills Gained/Related Careers:

  • Community Building: Connecting with and supporting people from diverse backgrounds.

  • Communication: Improving ability to communicate with people of all ages and abilities.

  • Organization: Developing time management and task prioritization skills.

  • Task Management: Gained experience in following task lists and completing responsibilities efficiently.

   
Age: 18-30, 31-54, 55+
Time Commitment:
Daytime
Evening
Weekend

During our three week festival from March 2 to 23 there are three available shifts per day - Morning - beginning at 9:30 AM, afternoon - beginning at 1:30 PM and evening - beginning at 7:00 PM.

Location of volunteer opportunity: Winnipeg
- Downtown
Does opportunity require a criminal record check? No
Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? No
Opportunity is available to candidates that: Group - small, family and friends
Group - large, corporate and schools
Fulfilling volunteer hours for school credit
Are able to attend with a support person
Uses a mobility device
Organization will provide: Training/Orientation
Volunteers that commit to multiple shifts will receive a Festival Pass.
How to Apply:
Closing Date: Feb 24, 2025