Welcome 2-4 first-time attendees assigned to you. You’ll correspond online before the conference and then meet in person at the short orientation held directly before the opening ceremony. As a fun perk, you’ll have a genre-based reserved table in the ballroom where you can sit together during group sessions and lunch. Being a friendly, familiar face can help make everyone’s Storymakers experience a great one. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KXzM3c50Hrg

Help prepare registration bags before the conference by assembling materials, alphabetizing name badges, and getting everything ready for attendees. It’s a great behind-the-scenes opportunity to help things run smoothly and it’s a lot of fun. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9JASojMRMVo

Welcome attendees, assist with check-in, distribute registration materials, and help answer questions as conference-goers arrive. Your friendly greeting may be the first of many wonderful Storymakers memories! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sjmd3lyB14I

Be a go-to person for attendees who need assistance, have questions, or aren’t quite sure where to turn. Help troubleshoot problems, manage the lost and found, and connect people with the information they need. Don’t worry – there’s a nifty book with all the answers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oL5W31DjCYc

Help presenters with technology-related questions and basic troubleshooting. If you’re comfortable with computers and enjoy helping people solve problems, this could be the role for you. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3R7BcOp2Aws

Help writers make the most of their critique partner match-up by keeping track of time and signaling when it’s time to rotate. You’ll help ensure everyone gets an equal chance to connect, share, and find potential critique partners. This easy-peasy duty requires a two-hour commitment.. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KbrABeMRO2U

Help keep conference sessions running smoothly by welcoming attendees, introducing presenters, monitor session timing, and helping with basic room needs. You’ll play an important role in creating a positive classroom experience and get to interact directly with the instructor. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o_jA_ZaE2Hs

Assist with the agents and editors table, helping keep things organized by checking in attendees, pumping them up for their pitches, and letting them know when it’s their turn to present. It’s a chance to support one of the exciting ways Storymakers connects writers with publishing professionals. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJjY7tJwixY

Help the conference book signing run smoothly by assisting with event logistics and supporting authors and attendees. You’ll manage the line, help attendees find their favorite author’s table, and make sure that only registered guests attend the private hour before we open to the public. You’ll help create a fun opportunity for readers to meet authors and take home signed books. There are special perks to helping here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NMkngq-2Mk4

Not at all! Storymakers is a community of writers helping writers, and we’re happy to welcome volunteers of all experience levels. Whether you’ve volunteered for years or this is your first time, there’s a place and need for you. Some roles require specific skills, but many simply need someone who’s friendly, willing to help, and ready to be part of the team.

For most positions, registration at the conference is required. For pre-registration activities such as packet stuffing, exceptions may be allowed.

Absolutely! We encourage you to explore the opportunities and choose a role that fits your interests, skills, and availability. We’ll do our best to match volunteers with their preferred opportunities.

The time commitment depends on the role. Some opportunities involve preparing before the conference, while others take place during specific sessions or events. Check the individual role descriptions and sign-up information for available shifts and time commitments. Typically, you’ll be giving an hour or two of your time.

It depends on what you’re doing. Registration and pre-conference duties won’t interfere with classes. We need lots of room hosts, so that’s a great way to help and attend a class you were already planning on. Our slots for desk duties are flexible. The good news is there’s no FOMO because you can always watch the class virtually.

Volunteering is a wonderful way to meet other writers, build friendships, network, and help create the Storymakers experience we all love. Some opportunities may also include special perks such as a nifty badge ribbon, meeting the guest lecturers, interacting with agents and editors, or special book-signing privileges.

Welcome! You don’t have to be a Storymakers veteran to volunteer. In fact, volunteering can be a great way to meet people and feel connected to the community. If you’re attending for the first time, consider getting a Conference Guide, so you’ll understand what they do. It’s the only position you can’t do as a first-timer.

You’ll receive information about your volunteer role so you know what to expect. Some positions have additional instructions or preparation, such as being a Conference Guide. If the role you choose needs explanation, there will be training. We also have videos explaining more about the responsibilities of each role.

Choose the volunteer opportunity that interests you and click the Sign Up to Volunteer link during registration. There will be additional calls for help as the conference nears, sent out through our newsletter and social media channels.

We’re happy to help! Send any additional questions to volunteers@storymakersconference.com We want you to feel comfortable and prepared before you arrive.