SOME JOBS THAT VOLUNTEERS DO:
LOGISTICS (PACK-IN/PACK-OUT)
This takes place on Thursday all day and Friday morning before Opening Ceremonies as well as on Sunday evening and Monday morning after the convention. It consists of helping organize the cons function space as well as help unloading/reloading the truck. Perks include double hours as well as not having to work during the con!
REGISTRATION
This takes place on Friday and Saturday and starts mid-morning and stays open until around 8pm. Helping out usually involves directing people on how to register. The perks include meeting almost EVERYONE – including Guests of Honor.
OPERATIONS (OPS)
This is staffed the duration of the convention. You’ll help make sure everything in the con is running smoothly. As a volunteer you do your best to answer questions (cheat sheet provided) as well as direct problems brought to you to the right ConCom member. Working Ops requires helpful, calm people who think on their feet. Perks include being able to ask other penguins to get you food 😉
PROGRAM OPERATIONS
This volunteer is responsible for doing a head count of attendees at events. They are also expected to help with any last minute rearrangements of rooms. Perks include lots of movement and seeing everything that’s going on at the con.
CONSUITE
This is also staffed around the clock. You’d keep the ConSuite as presentable as possible, restock food, and make sure no ConSuite property wanders off. Perks include being near the food – and people – at all times.
DOOR GUARD
Some doors to function space require a Door Guard. A door guard makes sure each person has a membership badge as well as keeps convention property from leaving. Requires someone who is personable and has a sharp eye. Perks include getting to sit while volunteering!
GAMES LIBRARIAN
This round-the-clock job combines Door Guard with games room duty. The librarian will check games owned by the convention out to attendees, collect trash and keep the area neat. Perks include meeting gaming Guests of Honor (GoHs) and being able to play games.
EVENT SET UP
This is general help with the setup of any function space that is being rearranged. Perks usually include ribbons and first seating.
GENERAL HELP
Anything else that may come up.
PHOTOGRAPHER OR VIDEOGRAPHER
We need people with photography skills to take photos (with consent) of people who are in costume, are gaming, are participating in events or just seem to be having a good time. These positions are available both for people who do and do not have their own equipment.
GREETER DESK
This position is for Penguicon veterans who really want to give back by helping new people understand what it’s about and where to find everything. This position does NOT get reimbursed, but you will get plenty of stickers, ribbons, snacks, and appreciation!
