TAM 2014 Volunteers

Just a bit of info for all who have volunteered to help. A couple of people (myself included) have offered to take over some portion of Scott's usual duties, but it is currently unclear what is required of either volunteers or the "organizer(s)". To quote:
There have been some logistical changes for this year and our specific volunteer needs are still pending various other items being finalized.
A sign up sheet will be sent around next week and folks can choose which specific items and times they want to volunteer for.
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(Next week starting June 23, 2014) I received that quote in an email on the afternoon of June 18, 2014.
 
Sounds good to me. I have put my name on the list, both by e-mailing Scott directly, and also by posting on the Forum, including an entry on this thread. If someone...anyone...will see that I get a copy of the sign-up sheet, I am happy to put my name down for whatever I am able to do to make the program go forward.
 
I understand the sign up sheet URL will be sent out later today, so keep an eye on your email. :)
 
The Central Scrutinizer said:
I guess this is what it is like to be a privileged rich person. While you lounge on the beach, you can have your low level flunkies do menial tasks for you.
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Indeed, that is a perk. However, all AdMan did was send me a link to the sign-up sheet, so I ended up having to wake up long enough to fill it out.

You can't get good hep these days. Though I thank AdMan for his so-so hep.

~~ Paul
 
When Mickey's hands are both pointing straight up...

I should be on-site right about noon Wednesday and would be happy to go to work on any volunteer projects needing to be done just as soon as I get settled into my room, which takes about 5-10 minutes after I get my room key down at the front desk.
 
Should I be concerned if I haven't received an email regarding volunteering if I filled out the form a couple days ago?
 
I've received nothing. Huh. I don't know what that means. Maybe I won't be a volunteer this year? Could someone pm me the link?
 
The JREF sent the signup link on Friday to a few of us to test it out. It seemed to be working fine but they may still be tweaking things. I don't think it has gone out to everyone yet.
 
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I don't want to second guess the TAM organizers or provide the form link until they are ready but ... they are looking for plenty of volunteers in the following categories:
  • badge stuffing Tuesday afternoon (10 people needed)
  • registration desk Wednesday afternoon and evening, Thursday all day, Friday morning before sessions start (2 or 3 people per shift)
  • Thursday workshop ticket takers morning and afternoon (1 person per workshop, but 2 run simultaneously)
  • Sunday workshop ticket takers afternoon (1 person per workshop, but 2 run simultaneously)
  • Meal ticket takers Friday breakfast/lunch/dinner, Saturday breakfast and lunch, Sunday breakfast (1 or 2 people per meal)
  • Evening show ticket takers Friday and Saturday (2 people per show)
  • Speaker Wranglers Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (I am unsure of the loading)

Note that "ticket taker" may just be "badge checker".

Currently there is no good way to enter alternative volunteer times on the form. For example, you might want to volunteer for the registration desk any afternoon or just say "use me anytime Tuesday to Thursday".

Not including the speaker wrangler slots, my rough count is that there are 50 shifts to fill. So keep your volunteer juices flowing!
 
I just checked the list and all of the slots that I could work are already taken. :-(
 
Allecher said:
I just checked the list and all of the slots that I could work are already taken. :-(
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I would email back letting them know this. I'm sure they'll figure out how you can help when you're available. :)
 
Ah well... I'll be missing the Welcome Reception. Interesting hours. I don't mind though.
 
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