“I could do that!”
Perhaps you’ve seen a member working during a conference and thought, “I could do that.” Well, you’re right! Southern Breeze has become a vibrant SCBWI region thanks to our energetic volunteers. Like all regions, even our leaders are volunteers. It takes many people to help Southern Breeze continue to offer top-notch conferences, contests, and multiple opportunities to boost the careers of our members. If you’re interested in helping, great! Volunteering your talents, efforts and time, is a wonderful way to “give back” to the organization. Below are just a few possibilities.
On-Going Volunteer Opportunities
Membership Coordinator–Welcome new members and coordinate Local Liaisons
Local Liaison–Become your local “go to” person
Retreat Coordinator–Have a retreat or workshop in mind? Offer to be the coordinator.
Publicity/Promotion–Help promote local and regional activities
Critique Group Coordinator–Organize Sho-Mo and informal critiques
PAL Coordinator–Work with PAL members to enhance professional careers
Webmaster–Updating website
Conference-Specific Volunteer Opportunities
In addition to the RAs, ARAs and IC, it takes approximately 50 volunteers to help put on our conferences. We couldn’t do it without you! Be sure to mark the “Yes, I’ll help” box on your registration form. Here are some of the key jobs that are filled for each conference:
Conference Coordinator
Conference Volunteer Coordinator
Angel Coordinator
Angels
Book Basket Coordinator
Food Coordinator and assistants
Registration Coordinator and Welcome Table teams
Friday Agent Session Timers
Informal Critique Leaders
Drivers for faculty
Illustrator Day/Portfolio Assistant
Contact our Regional Team if you’re interested in volunteering!
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