The volunteers make it happen - without the volunteers, no Fringe Theatrefest.
Fringe Theatrefest brings together a whole variety of people and organisations to make something extraordinary happen. And the volunteers are the lifeblood of the whole enterprise.
Volunteers supervise the venues, run the venue box-offices, help with the technical side, assist with publicity and are the warm and welcoming public face of Fringe Theatrefest.
They also have an important role to play in building and maintaining the profile of Fringe Theatrefest in North Devon.
The primary "reward" is being part of an exceptional team and having a major impact on the development of an exciting event. There are also free tickets for shows to be earned (one ticket for each 3-hour shift).
We offer First Aid training and training for working with young people and vulnerable adults along with appropriate certification.
If you're ready to be part of this year's Fringe Theatrefest, please fill in the form on this page.
If you want to find out more about what it might involve, then please e-mail us at info@theatrefest.co.uk or contact us via the comments form.
supported by: Volunteer Co-ordinator
This is a flexible voluntary position to be undertaken from Thursday 25th to Sunday 28th June 2020, plus training prior to the festival (dates will be negotiated when all positions are filled). The role will also require reliable communication via email and phone prior to the festival dates. Completion of the online volunteer form is compulsory for each year.
Principal Responsibilities
The Box Office Assistant operates the box digital box office in order to sell tickets, badges and vouchers to festival participants. Their responsibilities will include but may not be limited to the following:
Personal Attributes
The Box Office Assistant is someone that customers can comfortably approach and who listens to their questions and concerns. They are able to remain calm and focused during peak times or when under time constraints. They make decisions with the needs of customers in mind. They can relate to and work with a wide variety of personalities. They are able to adapt to new or different environments and teams. They are not phased by technology and are able to learn new systems on the fly. A Box Office Assistant will therefore demonstrate a good proficiency in the following competencies:
Desirable Skills and Experience
supported by: Volunteer Co-ordinator
This is a flexible voluntary position to be undertaken from Thursday 25th to Sunday 28th June 2020, plus training prior to the festival (dates will be negotiated when all positions are filled). The role will also require reliable communication via email and phone prior to the festival dates. Completion of the online volunteer form is compulsory for each year.
Principal Responsibilities
The Front of House Steward ensures that festival participants have a welcoming, exciting, fun and safe experience at Fringe TheatreFest. Their responsibilities will include but may not be limited to the following:
Personal Attributes
The Front of House Steward is someone that customers can comfortably approach and who listens to their questions and concerns. They are able to remain calm and focused during peak times or when under time constraints. They make decisions with the needs of customers in mind. They can relate to and work with a wide variety of personalities. They are able to adapt to new or different environments and teams. They are able to keep time in mind to help ensure their venues compliance with the strict festival schedule. A Front of House Steward will therefore demonstrate a good proficiency in the following competencies:
Desirable Skills and Experience
supported by: Volunteer Co-ordinator
This is a flexible voluntary position to be undertaken from Thursday 25th to Sunday28th June 2020, plus training prior to the festival (dates will be negotiated when all positions are filled). The role will also require reliable communication via email and phone prior to the festival dates. Completion of the online volunteer form is compulsory for each year.
Principal Responsibilities
The Street Steward ensures that festival participants have a welcoming, exciting, fun and safe experience during Fringe TheatreFest Alt Space performances. Their responsibilities will include but may not be limited to the following:
Personal Attributes
The Street Steward is someone that performers and the general public can comfortably approach and who listens to their questions and concerns. They are able to remain calm and focused during peak times or when under time constraints. They can relate to and work with a wide variety of personalities. They are able to adapt to new or different environments and teams. They are able to keep time in mind to help ensure their venues compliance with the strict festival schedule. A Street Steward will therefore demonstrate a good proficiency in the following competencies:
Desirable Skills and Experience
supported by: Volunteer Co-ordinator
This is a flexible voluntary position to be undertaken from Thursday 25th to Sunday 28th June 2020, plus training prior to the festival (dates will be negotiated when all positions are filled). The role will also require reliable communication via email and phone prior to the festival dates. Completion of the online volunteer form is compulsory for each year.
Principal Responsibilities
The Greeter is the first person that customers meet when entering a regular venue. They guide customers through their journey ensuring that they have a smooth and safe experience. They have a good understanding of the customer journey and are able to best deploy their position and skills to support their colleagues. The Greeter ensures a welcoming, exciting and fun experience at Fringe TheatreFest. Their responsibilities will include but may not be limited to the following:
Personal Attributes
The Greeter is someone that customers can comfortably approach and who listens to their questions and concerns. They are able to remain calm and focused during peak times or when under time constraints. They make decisions with the needs of customers in mind. They can relate to and work with a wide variety of personalities. They are able to adapt to new or different environments and teams. They are able to keep time in mind to help ensure their venues compliance with the strict festival schedule. A Greeter will therefore demonstrate a good proficiency in the following competencies:
Desirable Skills and Experience
supported by: Technical Supervisor, Technical Manager, Volunteer Coordinator
This is a flexible voluntary position to be undertaken from Wednesday 24th to Sunday 28th June 2020, plus training prior to the festival (dates will be negotiated when all positions are filled). The role will also require reliable communication via email and phone prior to the festival dates. Completion of the online volunteer form is compulsory for each year.
Principal Responsibilities
The Technician ensures that companies have a welcoming, exciting, fun and safe experience at Fringe TheatreFest. Their responsibilities will include but may not be limited to the following:
Personal Attributes
The Technician is someone that companies can comfortably approach and who listens to their questions and concerns. They are able to concentrate and focus their attention on the task at hand. They are able to remain calm and focused during peak times or when under time constraints. They can relate to and work with a wide variety of personalities. They are able to adapt to new or different environments and teams as well as picking up new technical knowledge on the fly. They are able to keep time in mind to help ensure their venues compliance with the strict festival schedule. A Technician will therefore demonstrate a good proficiency in the following competencies:
Desirable Skills and Experience