• Ghoulash! Halloween Festival 2026 Staff Application

    We're excited you're interested in helping plan GHOULASH! As an Area Leader or Assistant, you'll play a key role in making the event a success, earn 20–60 service learning hours, and connect with other Guilford County teens while making a positive impact in the community.
  • Positions are only open to CURRENT high school students.

  • Area Leaders

    Area Leaders oversee assistants and volunteers in specific parts of Ghoulash. Read each description carefully before making your selection.

    Activities Manager
    Leads the planning and coordination of all activity areas, including games, inflatables, crafts, and Trick-or-Treater experiences. Responsible for creating and organizing game ideas, overseeing setup and breakdown, and ensuring activity areas run smoothly and safely during the event.
    Best for: Someone energetic, organized, creative, and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

    Costume Contest Manager
    Leads the costume contest from start to finish. Responsibilities include finding judges, securing prizes, and keeping the contest organized and fun.
    Best for: Someone organized, confident speaking in front of groups, and comfortable leading high-energy activities.

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    Assistant Roles

    Assistants must attend all staff meetings. Advisor meetings are optional.

    Activities Assistant
    Supports the Activities Manager by assisting with games, inflatables, crafts, setup, cleanup, and overall activity operations. Assists with Trick-or-Treater placement and engagement activities throughout the event.
    Best for: Someone adaptable, helpful, team-oriented, and comfortable working in active environments.

    Community Liaison (Activities Assistant)
    Supports the Activities Manager by assisting with games, inflatables, crafts, setup, cleanup, and overall activity operations. Leads community survey efforts, helps coordinate outreach to community groups and participants, and engagement activities throughout the event.
    Best for: Someone outgoing, helpful, team-oriented, and comfortable working in active environments.

    Costume Contest Assistant
    Supports the Contest Manager with judge coordination, prize prep, contestant check-in, and contest logistics.
    Best for: Someone dependable, organized, and comfortable interacting with participants and guests 

  • All staff members must be able to attend the training and Ghoulash festival.

    • Ghoulash! Training: Thursday, October 22, 5-7:30pm
    • Ghoulash! Halloween Festival: Saturday, October 24, 11am-7:30pm
       
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  • Which position are you applying for?*
  • ** Please note that if we believe you'd be a better fit for a different role, we may recommend it to you.

  • Do you have reliable transportation to the Greensboro Youth Council office in the afternoons for meetings and event preparation?*
  • Are you able to attend the entire GHOULASH Volunteer Training, Set-up, and Event? (Please refer to the top of the application for dates.)*
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