We at AthensCon believe that volunteers are an important part for the success of an event like this. So we are happy to give the opportunity to anyone who wants to become part of our team and help in the smooth operation of our convention! Volunteers must be 17 years or older. We accept applications for becoming a volunteer only online via the interest form you see below. Applications of interest will not be accepted at the door of AthensCon.
The first wave of people which will be chosen will be informed until October 30th.
They have to be able to meet with the organisers for a mini interview and later on they have to be able to be present at one of the two meetings that will take place for the information of the volunteers duties: either on Sunday 05 or Sunday 12 of November, afternoon hours.
What we expect from our volunteers:
- Courtesy, friendliness and cooperation with all the volunteers and employees of AthensCon.
- Respect for the guests, fellow volunteers, participants and guests of the convention.
- Respect for materials and products for the event and exhibitors.
- Respect and obedience to the decisions of the organizers of AthensCon.
- Fulfillment of tasks assigned in the best possible way.
- Timely inform the supervisors if a volunteer cannot work as t has previously been agreed
- Enjoy AthensCon.
We ask from volunteers to offer their services for at least 6 hours (6 hours continuous) one of the two days that AthensCon will take place. Ideally we would want more hours but of course we will accept forms with lesser hours of volunteer work!
All volunteers should wear cozy clothing, shoes and the AthensCon t-shirt (which will bw given for free) during their presence at the festival.
AthensCon t-shirt is not allowed to be worn during intervals, as also out of the stadium.
Volunteers are not allowed to carry with them cameras or take pictures (even with the mobile phone) while they provide their servises as convention’s volunteers.
Volunteer work is also welcomed during the set up days prior to the show
The guests Green Room and Press Room is off limits for all volunteers. If a volunteer accompanies a guest from their table to the Green Room, they escort the guest to the door of the Green Room and then let them enter on their own.
Why volunteer to AthensCon?
- To enjoy the event for free
- To get unique memorabilia.
- To make new friends with similar interests like you.
- To become part of a unique event and to share in its success.
- To help the guests and visitors to enjoy the best AthensCon.
- To do something unique and different.
On the day of your shift:
- Please come to the event earlier (at least 30′) so that there is no delay due to traffic.
- Sign in with your supervisor ahead of the start and end of your shift.
- Upon entering the venue for your first shift you will be given the AthensCon t-shirt to wear.
FAQ for volunteers:
Where will volunteers leave their bags and personal items?
The event will provide an independent enclosed supervised space where volunteers can leave their things, but AthensCon and the organizers will not be responsible in case of loss or theft. We propose you leave bags and other personal items in your home and only bring with you the essentials. Volunteers will not allowed have on them bags of any type during the shift.
Will volunteers pay for autographs from guests?
Volunteers are entitled to a free autograph from one of the guests that will be included in the AthensCon goodie-bag that they will get by the end of the show! In general all autographs will be free, but some artists might charge for something that they will be selling. Those items must be paid normally depending on the artist policy.
Can volunteers attend panels and workshops.
Yes, but only when their are OFF duty.
What we offer to our volunteers.
Free entrance to the event so you can enjoy it during your break off your shift. AthensCon t-shirt Goodie-bag with souvenirs from sponsors Two half-hour breaks. (for 12 hour shifts), one half-hour break (for 8 hours or less shifts) One lunch and one refreshment per shift.
What tasks will i be assigned?
This depends on the needs of AthensCon and your interests. We will do everything we can to assign you in a positions of your field of interest, but we can not guarantee it. It will depend on our needs. Make sure you fill in as detailed as you can volunteer application and we will find the best location for you.
I filled out an application of interest but have not received a response.
We thank everyone who want to help in the running of AthensCon and want to offer their time, but its not possible to pick everyone.
- You can make extra questions by sending a message to info@athenscon.gr