POSITION
LotuSIGN works in a variety of music settings to provide access to the Deaf and Hard of Hearing audience. We use volunteers to create the most enjoyable experience possible.
The VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR coordinates greeters in the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Viewing Area and at the Booth, and on-site on-call interpreters. The Volunteer Coordinator ensures Interpreters are available for emergency, on-the-grounds, on-call interpreting. This allows the ACCESS CENTER to have interpreters on-site and readily available in the event of a patron issue (ie, complaint, security concern, emergency, or paramedic interaction.)
REQUIREMENTS
This position requires a mature, highly stable, and easy going person fluent in ASL. This position requires the Coordinator to be familiar with terminology relating to the venue (stage & band names, and interpreting provider name and contact information) the local area, businesses and will work closely with LOTUSIGN to make the experience accessible. It also requires familiarizing yourself with, and navigating through, the venue for on-the-spot staffing needs, including knowing locations on the site map, First Aid & ACCESS, stages, etc. The mental and physical demands for the position also requires the coordinator to be able to be highly mobile, negotiate outdoor terrain, endure heat & humidty, loud music, and aggressive & highly stimulating environments. Coordinator will be responsible for pre-event coordination and ensuring all positions are covered during the event. Coordinator will also be responsible for assigning credentials to volunteers and gaining signatures on-site.
Additional Requirements: Must be at least 18 years old. All roles require interaction with the public; volunteer must be professional, helpful and courteous in all communications.
COMMITMENTS & PERKS
Time commitments are negotiable, depending on the event and venue ACCESS. It requires at least one meeting prior to the event for security review. This position gives the coordinator nearly complete freedom to roam the venue and watch shows at leisure. It gives the coordinator access to a fun and invigorating experience and the chance to work with LotuSIGN in making the difference between access and ENTERTAINMENT ACCESSIBLITY!
All positions receive no monetary compensation. A typical perk for volunteering is access to the event after a volunteer shift. Any credentials issued for volunteers grants access to public areas only (no backstage, artist, production, VIP or other special areas are included).
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