Thank you for your interest in volunteering! The ZACC thrives on the generosity of volunteers like you to help fulfill our mission. We welcome folks to help in several areas; including youth classes and rock camps, the Laura Grace Barrett Print Shop, and live events in the Show Room. There are more opportunities to lend a hand throughout the year including the annual Mini Show Art Auction.
However you would like to help, we want you to know that we value your contribution. Volunteers who complete 15 hours of service at the ZACC are eligible to receive a $25 voucher for events, camps and classes for themselves or family members. For each additional 10 hours, volunteers are eligible for another voucher of the same value. (Vouchers may not be redeemed for retail items such as pottery, items in the shop, or gallery pieces.)
Please look at the various volunteer roles listed and send us your contact information, as well as your preferred availability, using the subsequent form. We look forward to seeing you at the ZACC!
AVAILABLE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
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Youth Classes/Visual Arts
Times:
Summer: 8AM - 12PM or 1PM - 4:30PM, Monday through Friday
School Year: 4 - 6:30PM Monday, Tuesday Wednesday and 3 - 5:30PM on ThursdaysResponsibilities:
- Assist the class instructor with material preparation and classroom organization for specific lessons in a diverse catalogue of artistic genres ranging from clay handbuilding to stop motion animation.
- Work with individuals or groups of students to help them work through the content of the lesson.
- Assist with classroom clean up.
- We do encourage volunteers to pick at least one camp (either one full week in the summer or 6 consecutive weekdays in the school year) and volunteer for the duration of that camp.
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Rock Camps
Times:
Summer: 9:30AM - 4:30PM, Monday through Friday
School Year: 4 - 6PM, Monday and Wednesdays or 4-6PM on Tuesdays and 3 - 5PM on ThursdaysResponsibilities:
- Assist Rock Camp Instructors with instrument set up and the division of the group into bands.
- Work alongside instructors with one band or rotate among bands helping students to craft their own lyrics and guiding them in the creation of individual parts to contribute to their group’s song. Help the bands stay on task, rehearse effectively, and prepare for the final performance at the end of camp.
- We value all levels of musical experience among our Rock Campers. For some, it will be the first time they pick up their chosen instrument and others may have already had a few years of lessons.
- We also value myriad experience levels in our instructors and volunteers. Whether you are a professional musician or just like to play for fun, reach out if you are interested in passing along a passion for music.
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Show Room at the ZACC
Times:
Days Vary, Approximately 6:30 - 10:30 PM
Responsibilities:
- Assist with Show Room set up and staging.
- Work in a variety of roles during live performances, such as helping bartenders, ushering, running the door, and other duties as needed.
- Enjoy awesome music, live theatre, or other performances taking place at the ZACC.
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Laura Grace Barrett Print Shop
Times:
Weekdays, 1-2 Hour Blocks, 10AM - 6PM
Weeknights, 6 - 8PM for Adult Printmaking ClassesResponsibilities:
- Assist in print shop maintenance and cleaning.
- Monitor print shop usage for class participants and other keyholders.
- Assist the Gallery and Printshop Manager with class preparation, lesson delivery, and clean up.
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Front Desk/Paint Your Own Pottery Studio
Times:
Weekdays, 1-2 Hour Blocks, 10AM - 6PM
First Friday Evenings, 5 - 9PMResponsibilities:
- Assist with upkeep and operation of Paint Your Own Pottery Studio (clear glazing, assisting customers, etc.).
- Help with sales of items from the studio and the ZACC Artists Shop.
- On First Fridays, help direct patrons to the gallery, assist with bartending, and helping the front desk employee on duty record gallery sales.
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Special Events and Outreach
Times:
Varied dates and times
Responsibilities:
- Throughout the year, the ZACC has several individual events and outreach opportunities where volunteers can help spread the word about our organization and mission to cultivate community through accessible arts experiences for all. These events range from the ZACC Mini Show, our largest annual fundraiser, to tabling opportunities at local public schools. More information about these volunteer opportunities can be found via our site Menu > Shows & Events > Annual Events (select the event of your choice).