VOLUNTEER ROLES
Box Office
Often the first point of contact, this team supports the purchasing and scanning of tickets for the festival. Best for those who enjoy patience and conversations while completing tasks efficiently. Recommended for those who are comfortable with some use of technology, cash handling, and have some previous knowledge of the festival.
Bar Staff
This team is responsible for the handling, serving, and sale of alcohol on site. If you like a friendly and fast-paced role, this is a great team for you. Recommended for those who comfortable with some use of technology and cash handling. Must be 18+. ProServe certification is required and training will be offered.
Ambassadors
If you like answering questions and engaging with attendees, this is the perfect role for you! This role includes selling 50/50 tickets and providing assistance for helping audiences find the perfect seat for them. Must be 18+. Recommended for those who are knowledgeable about the festival, love conversations, are comfortable approaching people, and working with crowds.
Beautification
Keep our community tidy and our Festival site looking stellar. Perfect for those who love tidiness, party planning, and creativity. This new position supports the overall cleanliness of Freewill by tidying up, assisting with volunteer party planning, and decorating the site.
Hospitality
Freewill would be nothing without our popcorn and merchandise! Help sell merchandise and concession during the Festival. Recommended for those who crave efficiency, organization, details, and a fast-paced process. Recommended for those who are comfortable with some use of technology and cash handling.
Year-Round
Support Freewill Shakespeare Festival year-round through various as-needed roles. From providing flyers to various nearby neighbourhoods to assisting with administration tasks, these are the various roles that may come up throughout the year. If you are interested in this opportunity, subscribe to our newsletter to receive updates and sign up!
TESTIMONIALS
The volunteer experience was well organized. Expectations were clear for each role. Training was clear and matched the experience at the site. Staff were visible and available. Fellow volunteers were collaborative. The popcorn was consistently delicious. Recommend this as a great volunteer opportunity. - M.M.
It has been a few years since I have been a volunteer with Freewill but it was great to be back. This year’s festival offered a unique experience for volunteers and audiences, as we got to experience the magic isle of The Tempest in four very different communities and performance spaces. It was great to mix with the audience members as we watched the Bard in the great outdoors from our comfy lawn chairs. It was a fun and fulfilling month! - B.G.
Even though this year was a little different than the previous ones, the staff and board members were just as kind and helpful as always. I love seeing familiar faces at the festival every year and meeting new volunteers too. - C.T.
A Special Shout-out to Our Generous 2024 Sponsors!
We'd also like to express our sincere gratitude to the following organizations, who helped us show our appreciation to our amazing volunteers at the volunteer appreciation party.
Want to help sponsor us this year? Reach out at dev@freewillshakespeare.com
Their generous prize donations made the party even more special, and it truly highlights the importance of community support for the arts.
