Volunteer Application

Book Fair Australia is looking for volunteers for our next event in Sydney.

Do you love books? Want to meet some great Aussie authors? Love supporting independent authors and artists? If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!

We have a number of roles from attending the ticket desk to letting some of your favourite authors know it's almost time for their panel or workshop, to facepainting and checking in with guests and partners.

All volunteers will receive a volunteer t-shirt, have tea & coffee provided, and receive free admission into the event.

We'd love to hear from you. Fill out the form below to get started.

Volunteer applications close 24 September.

Volunteer Contact Details

First Name

Last Name

Preferred Name (if different)

Phone

Preferred Pronoun

He/Him

She/Her

They/Them

Other

If you answered Other above, please provide details below:

I have a valid and current First Aid Certificate.

Yes

I have a Working with Children Check.

Yes

Emergency Contact

Emergency Contact (Name & Relationship)

Emergency Contact Phone

Availability

Most Australian citizens and many visa holders can legally volunteer within Australia. If you are unsure, please seek legal advice.

I can legally volunteer in Australia.

Yes

Age:

Under 18 years old

18 years or older

I give permission for my child to volunteer at Book Fair Australia and will supervise them during their shift.

Yes

Parent/Guardian name:

Parent/Guardian phone number

Area of Expertise

I have experience in customer service.

Yes - Customer Service with cash handling

Yes - Customer Service without cash handling

Volunteers may be placed in several areas/roles over the weekend including the following:

Children's corner – face painting helpers, introduce authors for readings etc
Guests – remind guest authors of panels/workshops, provide water etc
First Aid – must have a valid First Aid Certificate
Floor – remind exhibitors of panels/workshops, general exhibitor enquiries
Ticketing – checking and selling tickets, handing out wristbands and showbags etc
Workshops – direct guests to workshops, manage number of attendees etc
Bump-in/out – helping to set up and dismantle displays and signage, check in exhibitors, creating showbags and raffle prizes

To help us find the best roles to suit your experience/interest please answer the following.

Please elaborate:

I have experience in Face Painting.

Yes

Please elaborate:

Safety Agreements

I understand that safety vests are required during bump-in and bump-out as the venue will be classified as a 'construction' zone. BFA will provide a safety vest for you if you do not have one of your own to bring.

I agree to these terms

I have read and agree to abide by the terms of the Work Health & Safety policies and guidelines.

I agree to these terms

I have read and agree to abide by the terms of the Event terms and conditions.

I agree to these terms

I understand that will be given a Volunteer t-shirt and wristband, that I am required to wear the t-shirt during my shift and the wristband all weekend for access to the event.

I agree to these terms

Other

Have you volunteered at an event before?

Yes

Other Exhibitor Name/s

Other Event Name/s

Other Source

Our preferred method for volunteer discussion is via Discord, however we know that not all volunteers use Discord, would you please indicate where you fit:

I am confident with Discord

I need help with Discord

I only want to recieve communication via emails

Do you have any other questions or info you would like to share as part of your application?