Volunteer Job Descriptions

“The People’s Procession” Assistant - The Procession takes to the streets at 6 pm to mark the beginning of the Evening Program. Assistance is needed to organize and help coordinate participants. Procession workers also play roles in Rhea. Most shifts last from 4:30pm-7:00pm.

Button Checker/Usher - Check buttons at a site entrance, aid in crowd control at a specific site, and be available to the public for general event information. Most shifts last approximately 2.5-3 hours (early and late evening) and will end no later than 11pm. You won't miss the countdown!

Children’s Activities Helper - “The Children’s Celebration” occurs from 3-6 pm on December 31st and is an event in itself. Helpers work before and during the Children's Celebration to set up, usher and assist with the hands-on creative activities.

Audience Surveyor - Enjoy lots of public contact. You’ll pass out surveys, answer questions, and collect surveys at a specific site. Some surveyors interview attendees.

Production Assistant - Assist a site manager with production needs such as set-up and breakdown, and with hospitality for their performers.

Volunteer Check-in Assistant - Help check in volunteers at "Volunteer HQ," located in the lobby of the NC History Museum.

Office Assistant - Serve as receptionist assisting the staff by answering phones, giving general First Night information to the public, some typing, assisting with mailing. We would like volunteers to commit a full morning or afternoon on any day leading up to First Night.

Any Assignment - This is for the truly adventurous - we couldn't do it without the "any assignment" team. We place you where we need the most help!

First Night Ambassador - For those seasoned First Night volunteers, this assignment is perfect for you! You will be a walking information booth. Help direct patrons to sites, provide general First Night information, and help make visitors feel welcome in Downtown Raleigh. A familiarity with downtown and with First Night is helpful.

Site Manager (must apply or be pre-approved) - Manage the backstage area and supervise the set up and break down of a venue. As the “stage manager,” the site manager is also responsible for supervising the operation of the stage, which includes keeping the schedule on time and welcoming the performers. Some experience helps but is not necessary. Site managers are required to attend one pre-event meeting and make a 6-8 hour commitment on 12/31.

For more information, email us at volunteer@artsplosure.org.