VOLUNTEERS

For those wishing to volunteer, please read below as we have answered a few of the frequently asked questions. Thank you.

Q: What does volunteering entail?
A: Volunteers must be available to help with the day to day operations of the convention as needed including door/badge guarding, assisting guests, personal assistance, registration, etc. Volunteers must be friendly, professional, patient, friendly and punctual... and did we mention friendly?

Q: What if I am attending the convention as a fan, but still want to volunteer?
A: Please understand that volunteers will probably miss out on certain fan events as they may be working during the Q&A sessions, photo op sessions, autograph sessions, panels, concerts or special events. If you are looking to participate in all or most of the events, volunteering for staff will more than likely inhibit your ability to participate in those activities.

Q: Do I get a free admission ticket as a volunteer?
A: All volunteer staff members will receive a staff badge which will allow entry into the convention areas as this is necessary for the staff member to perform his/her duties, however these badges hold no special benefits nor entry into special events such as Banquet, Cocktail Party, Platinum Party or concerts. All special events require a seperate ticket purchase.

Q: I plan on volunteering, but I also want to make sure I have a seat close to the front and an early badge number for better banquet seating. Should I purchase an admission ticket or wait to find out if I am accepted as a volunteer?
A: In this instance, it sounds as if you are attending more for the fan aspect of the convention and you should probably not add your name to the volunteer list as the two do not mesh completely. The answer is that you should purchase an admission ticket.

Q: When will I know if I am accepted/needed as a volunteer?
A: Unfortunately, we have no foreknowledge of how many volunteers we will be needing, so we may not know until about a week out from the convention.

Q: Am I required to act in a professional manner as a volunteer/staff member?
A: Absolutely. As a volunteer, you represent the convention and any act you perform is viewed as an act of the convention itself. This translates over to mean that under no circumstances is a volunteer to "harass" the celebrity guests such as asking for free autographs or photos, asking the celebrity guests to make phone calls to friends or acting "starstruck" in general. As a volunteer, you must always act in a professional manner. If you are unable to control yourself around the celebrity guests, please do not volunteer.

If you are interested in adding your name to the volunteer list, please click the link below to send your name, phone number, age and email address. We will send a request for your services about a week out from the convention if additional volunteers are needed. Thank you!

To add Your Name to the Volunteer List Click Here and include the following information:

Name (First and Last):
Date of Birth:
Current Occupation:

1. List any convention experience
2. List all professional references
3. List level of education
4. This is a business based on customer service, will you be able to help our guests with a kind and positive attitude?
5. Can you handle working long hours on your feet?
6. Are you a fan of Vampire Diaries (explain)?
7. In this business you might deal with high profile clients, can you handle your job professionally and with decorum?
8. Why should you be a part of the first North American Vampire Diaries Convention (explain)?