• TCIC 2026 Production Team & Volunteer Staff Application

    Event Dates: November 6-8, 2026; The Expo on Sunday, November 8 is required.
  • Join the Team Behind The Culture Is Couture

    Thank you for your interest in becoming part of The Culture Is Couture (TCIC) 2026.

    This application is for individuals interested in serving on our Production Team or as an Event Volunteer. Whether you're helping plan the event months in advance or supporting guests during event weekend, you'll play an important role in bringing one of the region's largest celebrations of Black fashion, beauty, culture and creativity to life.

    Please Note: If you are interested in applying for The Culture Is Couture Beauty Team as a hair stylist or makeup artist, please complete the dedicated Beauty Team application instead. We're casting professional and emerging artists to showcase their talent during TCIC's fashion and beauty weekend by providing hair and makeup services for models and special guests.

    Beauty Team Application: Apply for Beauty Team

  • Personal Information

  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • Are you over the age of 18?*
  • Application Type

  • What type of opportunity are you interested in?
  • Production Team Lead Positions

    Which department are you interested in?
  • Creating an unforgettable experience takes a dedicated team of leaders, organizers, creatives and problem-solvers working together behind the scenes. Before selecting the role(s) you're interested in, we encourage you to review the summaries below to better understand each opportunity.

    Please choose the role(s) that best align with your skills, experience and interests. While we'll make every effort to place selected applicants in their preferred role, final assignments are based on the needs of the event and the overall production team.


    Event Operations
    Operations Coordinator
    Helps oversee the day-to-day planning and execution of TCIC Weekend by keeping departments organized, tracking timelines and ensuring event operations stay on schedule.

    Logistics Coordinator
    Coordinates event logistics, manages equipment, deliveries, venue needs and operational details to ensure everything is in place before and during the event.

    Programming Coordinator
    Supports the development and execution of workshops, panel discussions and educational experiences while coordinating speakers, schedules and session logistics.

    Marketing & Communications Manager
    Leads marketing initiatives, content planning and communications to increase awareness, engagement and attendance before, during and after TCIC Weekend.


    Fashion Production
    Model Coordinator
    Recruits, communicates with and manages runway models while coordinating fittings, schedules and model logistics throughout production.

    Designer Coordinator
    Serves as the primary liaison for participating designers, assisting with collection logistics, production timelines and runway readiness.

    Backstage Coordinator
    Oversees backstage operations during rehearsals and show day, ensuring models, designers, beauty teams and production stay on schedule.


    Beauty Production
    Hair Lead
    Leads the hairstyling team by coordinating stylists, overseeing hair looks and ensuring every model is runway-ready on schedule.

    Makeup Lead
    Manages the makeup team, coordinates beauty looks with designers and ensures every model's makeup is completed accurately and on time.

    Beauty Logistics Assistant
    Supports backstage beauty operations by managing supplies, coordinating station setup, assisting with scheduling and helping the Hair and Makeup Leads throughout the event.

    Beauty Planning Team Assistant
    Provides planning and administrative support to the Beauty Team by coordinating schedules, maintaining timelines, assisting with communication and supporting day-of operations.


    Community & Guest Experience
    Community Engagement & Outreach Coordinator
    Builds relationships with community organizations, nonprofits, schools and local businesses to increase awareness, participation and community involvement in TCIC Weekend.

    VIP & Hospitality Coordinator
    Creates an elevated experience for VIP guests, sponsors, speakers, media and special guests by overseeing hospitality, guest services and VIP logistics.


    Talent & Entertainment
    Talent & Entertainment Coordinator
    Coordinates performers, DJs, hosts and other entertainment while managing communications, schedules, rehearsals and hospitality throughout the event.

  • Event Operations
  • Fashion
  • Beauty
  • Leadership Experience

  • Have you previously led a team?*
  • Have you managed volunteers?*
  • Volunteer Interest

  • Read the description of each role below before choosing.

    Front of House (Guest Experience)

    Help create an exceptional experience for attendees from arrival to departure.

    Registration & Check-In

    • Welcome guests
    • Scan tickets
    • Distribute wristbands and event materials
    • Answer attendee questions

    Guest Services

    • Assist with wayfinding
    • Provide event information
    • Support accessibility needs
    • Help maintain guest flow

    VIP & Hospitality

    • Welcome speakers, sponsors and VIP guests
    • Assist in hospitality lounges
    • Support speaker check-in
    • Distribute VIP credentials and gifts

    Programming Support

    • Assist workshop presenters and panelists
    • Monitor room attendance
    • Distribute materials
    • Help with room transitions

    Crowd Management & Wayfinding

    • Direct guest traffic
    • Assist with seating
    • Help maintain safe walkways
    • Support entry and exit flow
  • Which volunteer team(s) are you interested in joining? (Select all that apply.)*
  • Read the description of each role below before choosing.

    Back of House (Production)

    Help bring the event to life behind the scenes.

    Fashion & Beauty Production

    • Support designers and models
    • Organize garments
    • Assist with quick changes
    • Maintain backstage flow
    • Support the beauty team as needed

    Stage & Production

    • Move equipment and props
    • Assist stage management
    • Support production crew
    • Maintain backstage logistics

    Media Production

    • Photography support
    • Videography support
    • Social media content creation
    • Content runner

    Set-Up Team

    • Install signage
    • Arrange tables and chairs
    • Set up décor
    • Prepare event spaces

    Breakdown Team

    • Pack equipment
    • Remove signage
    • Restore venue
    • Load-out support
       
  • Which volunteer team(s) are you interested in joining? (Select all that apply.)*
  • Do you have any specialized skills? (Select all that apply.)
  • Event Experience

  • Have you volunteered at a large-scale event before? (Over 300 attendees, various production and programming components)*
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  • Availability & Capabilities

  • Which day(s) are you available to participate?*
  • Can you lift 25 pounds?*
  • Can you stand for long periods?*
  • Additional Information

  • How did you hear about us?
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