WOMAD NZ 2024 VOLUNTEER APPLICATION
Thank you for taking the time to apply to volunteer at WOMAD NZ
Please read all of the information in the application carefully before completing. Applicants are not guaranteed volunteer work. WOMAD NZ will select people suitable to the available positions. We place trust in our volunteers to assist us in presenting a quality experience to our audience. To ensure all areas of the festival run smoothly and efficiently we rely on our volunteers to turn up and work their rostered shifts. In return you will be given a 3 day pass that will allow you to enjoy the festival before or after your rostered shifts.
Volunteer Application Process
Application period from 18 September 2023 - 23 February 2024. Applications will be assessed on an ongoing basis. Application close date may change based on numbers of applications.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Ticket Purchase for New Volunteers
Volunteers who are volunteering at WOMAD NZ for the first time are required to purchase a refundable volunteer ticket. Please do not purchase a ticket for WOMAD NZ until you have been accepted as a volunteer as you require a specific volunteer link and code to enable your ticket to be refunded after the festival. If you purchase a general WOMAD NZ ticket you will not be refunded. You MUST provide your Team Leader a copy of your volunteer ticket no later than 18 Feb 2024 to confirm your role. DO NOT SCAN YOUR TICKET AT PRE-WRISTBANDING OR ON ENTRY TO THE FESTIVAL. If you do not complete your allocated shifts at WOMAD NZ you will not receive a refund. Refunds will be processed AFTER WOMAD NZ - please allow up to 3 weeks.
Camping for Volunteers
Volunteers are able to camp in a tent (bring your own) in the WOMAD NZ General camping area for free - please select this on the form below. Motorhome camping is available to volunteers at a cost of $100 for 3 nights. This option needs to be selected via the volunteer ticket link - please note the motorhome fee will NOT be refunded and availability is very limited. All volunteers requiring motorhome camping needs to purchase this ticket. Spaces are limited.
Selection Process
All applicant's suitability will be assessed for the role(s) that they have applied for. Applicants will be advised by email of the outcome of their application. Approved volunteers will receive an agreement outlining their obligations, the area or role they are assigned to and their team leader. Please remember you may not receive your preferred role. Compulsory volunteer briefings will be held in advance of the festival. Your team leader will advised the date and location.
First Name
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Surname
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Mobile
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Area Code
Phone Number
E-mail
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What age will you be at WOMAD 2024? (Volunteers must be over the age of 16)
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Do you have a full drivers license?
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Yes
No
Briefly tell us a bit about yourself
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When are you available?
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EARLY SET UP (5-7 March 2024)
BEFORE (13-15 March 2024)
DURING (15-17 March 2024)
AFTER (18-19 March 2024 - must be available until 5pm)
Have you volunteered for WOMAD NZ before?
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Yes
No
Who was your Team Leader?
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Where will you be based 13 - 23 March 2024?
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T Shirt Size: Please note we will do our best to fulfill your selection
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Small
Medium
Large
X-Large
XX-Large
Volunteer Type
Please ONLY select 3 options
Pack In/ Pack Out Team - Locals Preferred
Trellis pack in
Trellis pack out
Flag pack in
Flag pack out
General Hand pack in
General Hand pack out
Tent Builders
Site Operations Team
Wai Water Assistant
Accessibility Buggy Driver
City Host
Global Village Assistant
Global Village Wash Up Bay Assistant
Information Centre Assistant
Over 65 Stand Assistant
Site Operations Runner
Site Operations Tent Guardian
WOMAD Angels
WOMAD Office Support
Campsite Parking Assistant (Fri 15 Only)
VIP/Corporate Team
VIP Lounge Host
Artist Lounge Host
Kunming Area Host
Corporate Marquee Host
Artist Liaison Team
Ground Transport Assistant
Buggy Driver
Artist Minder (Returning Volunteers ONLY)
Backstage Assistant
Kidzone Team
Kidzone Assistant
WoStore Team
Retail Assistant
Gate Services Team
Gate Services
Gate Services Campsite Assistant (15 March 1-4pm)
Queue Host Assistant
Green Team
Zero Waste Assistant
Technical Team
Stage Crew
Do you require a camping pass? General camping only
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Yes
No
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I agree to the Terms and Conditions
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