GLPC Department Head & Assistant Department Head Application
Great Lakes Pony Con is looking for a few more passionate and dependable individuals to join our leadership team as we prepare for our first-ever pony con on August 6–8, 2027, in Grand Rapids, Michigan! We are currently seeking individuals interested in several remaining Lead and Assistant Lead positions. Whether you have previous convention experience, professional experience related to the role, or simply the skills and enthusiasm to help build something special, we'd love to hear from you. This form is intended to help the GLPC leadership team learn more about your experience, interests, availability, and what you could bring to the position. Submitting this form does not guarantee a staff position; selected individuals may be contacted for a follow-up interview.
Legal Name
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First Name
Last Name
Fandom Name
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Pronouns
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she/her
he/him
they/them
Other
Email
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example@example.com
Phone Number
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Format: (000) 000-0000.
State/Country of Residence
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Local Time Zone
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Discord Username
Twitter/X & Bluesky Username(s)
Best way to contact you (Select all that apply)
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Email
Phone/Text
Discord
Twitter/X/Bluesky
Other
What position(s) would you be interested in? (Select all that apply)
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Video Game Lead
Panel Programming Lead
Charity Lead
Registration Assistant Head
Con Ops Assistant Head
Vendor Assistant Head
Which position is your FIRST choice?
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Have you worked or volunteered at other MLP cons, fandom events, or similar events before? If so, please tell us which events, your position(s), and what your responsibilities included.
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Do you have IRL job or event experience outside of conventions that highlights the position(s) that you would be interested in? Please explain.
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Why are you interested in the position(s), and what interests you about joining GLPC's leadership team?
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Do you have any certifications? (CPR/First Aid, Security, AV training, etc.)
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How would you describe the way you work as part of a team? For example, are you comfortable taking initiative, delegating tasks, collaborating with others, and/or working from established direction?
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Are you comfortable with conflict resolution and customer service situations?
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Yes
No
Somewhat (explain below)
If answered "Somewhat" to the question above, please explain here:
Are you available to attend regular staff/department meetings through Discord?
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Yes
No
What level of time commitment can you realistically dedicate to GLPC throughout the year? Please include any known scheduling limitations or periods when your availability may be limited
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Are there certain tasks you cannot or do not want to do?
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Do you have any accessibility needs we should know about?
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Favorite pony?
Coffee/tea/energy drink order?
What's your favorite color?
Any questions/comments for me?
Please verify that you are human
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