The Photographic Resource Center at Boston University is looking for volunteers who can assist with the Benefit Auction on Saturday, October 15, 2011.
Wonderful & fun opportunities for art students and people interested in getting involved with the photography community.
Help us by signing up for multiple shifts!
If you are interested in multiple shifts, please let us know and we will accommodate that.
Dress code: business casual. PRC will provide T-shirts to wear at event for all volunteers except art handlers (cocktail attire). Food & drinks will be provided for all volunteers.
All Live Auction volunteers must arrive by 4:30pm.
All Silent Auction volunteers must arrive 30-45 minutes prior to shift.
While a shift may not begin until a later time, we require that volunteers arrive early to familiarize themselves with the art works and space.
ONE person - Auctioneer's assistant
Shift: 4:30-8:30 / Live Auction 7:00-8:00
Must have meticulous attention to detail and an interest in art auctions.
THREE people - Live Auction Check-in Registration
Shift: 5:30-8:00
Must have outgoing personality and be comfortable in fast-paced working environments; meticulous attention to detail.
TWO people - Live Auction Check-In Floaters
(Answer questions, direct line, hand out clip boards, etc.)
Shift: 5:30-8:00
Art handling experience a plus.
Preference given to people who have volunteered at past PRC events.
TWO people - Event Photographer
Shift: 5:30-8:00 / Shift: 8:00-10:30
Must have prior event photography experience. Please send samples of work.
TEN people - Live Auction Art Handlers
(Be part of the action! Showcase live auction pieces by walking them across the room and standing on stage.)
Shift: 6:45-8:00
Male and females must be comfortable lifting up to 30lbs.
Most pieces are NOT heavy, but if needed, two people can carry/hold one art piece.
Please wear comfortable shoes (ladies - low heels).
Dress code - cocktail attire (if volunteering for another task, we will provide T-shirt).
FOUR people - Check Out
Shift: 7:30-10:30 (two people) / Shift: 9:00-10:30 (two people)
Must have outgoing personality and be comfortable in fast-paced working environments; meticulous attention to detail.
TWELVE people - Packing
(Packing and wrapping artwork)
Shift: 7:00-10:30
Art handling experience a plus; must be able to lift 30lbs (most pieces NOT heavy)
THREE people - Silent Auction Check-In Registration
Shift: 7:45-9:45
Must have outgoing personality and be comfortable in fast-paced working environments; meticulous attention to detail.
THREE-FIVE people - Silent Auction Check-In Floaters
(Answer questions, direct line, hand out clip boards, etc.)
Shift: 7:45-9:30 (two people)
ADDITIONAL VOLUNTEERS ALSO NEEDED BEFORE/AFTER THE AUCTION EVENT.
ONE person - Bringing work from storage area in 808 down tot gallery on October 4.
TWO people - Flower bouquet arranging. During the day (1:00-4:00) on October 15.
TWO people - Assisting with de-installation at 808 gallery on October 17.
ONE person - CREATE A PLAYLIST for auction. Easy listening but innovative music. 4 hours of playtime.
Fore more info: http://www.bu.edu/prc/auction2011.htm
