Activities Coordinator [Volunteer Position]

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The Activities Coordinator is responsible for the planning, logistics, and execution of all Programming activities that don’t fall within the Gaming, Panel, DIY Science, or Events purviews. These activities may include (but are not limited to) photo booths, meet-up events, and all-day workshops or demonstrations. The Activities Coordinator will work closely with the Programming Department Managers and the Convention Operations Department. This position reports to the Assistant Director of Programming and Events.

• Coordinate fun, diverse activities for convention attendees.
• Review community activity submissions and select actionable activities.
• Work with Manager of Gaming, Events, DIY Science, Public Relations, Outreach, and Programming to ensure alignment and no duplication of work.
• Work with Con Ops Department to coordinate event logistics and space planning.
• Manage the Activities budget.

• Has strong attention to detail
• Is organized, timely, and pays attention to deadlines
• Possesses strong written and oral communication skills
• Is able to execute job responsibilities with minimal direct supervision
• Is proactive and efficient
• Is flexible: can work effectively both independently and within a team
• Prior event coordination experience is a plus

Expected hours per week: 10-15, with more hours leading up to the convention.

• GeekGirlCon staff positions are all volunteer, non-paid positions.
• Attendance in person at monthly staff and departmental meetings is required.
• Most work and design meetings are conducted over email or Skype.
• Volunteering during the Con (October 8 & 9, 2016) is mandatory for this position.
• The staff is a team of highly dedicated, geeky, and passionate volunteers; it’s a lot of hard work, but an amazing experience with lots of opportunity to help build GeekGirlCon for the future.