Welcome to the heart of Revival! We're thrilled to invite you to be a part of our incredible journey by joining our dedicated volunteer team on the Revival Steering Committee. At Revival, we're not just an event; we're a community of creative minds, change-makers, and adventurers, and we're looking for passionate individuals like you to help us shape the future.
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How We Work
The Revival Steering Committee is the driving force behind our year-round initiatives and the success of the event itself. Our committee is organized into various teams, each led by two Directors: an Active Director and a Relief Director. This unique structure promotes sustainability, minimizes burnout, and ensures that our Directors can fully enjoy the event each year.
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Active Directors: These dedicated individuals typically handle 80% of the department's workload. They are responsible for maintaining timelines, tracking projects, and providing vital support to team members, ensuring that department goals are achieved efficiently.
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Relief Directors: The monthly commitment for Relief Directors is 2-4 hours a month. They step in as needed to assist with projects and, crucially, take over when the Active Director is unavailable or requires relief. This tag-team approach allows our Directors to balance their time between work and play!
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Team Members: Our Team Members play a crucial role in the success of their respective departments. They have the flexibility to work on specific projects alongside their Directors or collaborate with fellow Team Members to achieve shared goals. With a commitment of approximately 2 hours a month, they bring their creativity and dedication to the table.
The volunteer commitment for Active Directors ranges from 2 to 8 hours per month, and Relief Directors 1-4 Hours depending on the department's complexity and its current systems. For instance, the newly established Medical and Safety Department may require more time, whereas the well-established Watchmen Department primarily focuses on recruitment with minimal changes needed.
Each team holds monthly meetings to discuss progress, ideas, and plans. Additionally, the entire Steering Committee gathers quarterly for a fireside meeting, where all members are encouraged to bring a plus one. These meetings serve as opportunities for enjoyment and community building. Even when there's no specific work to be done, we encourage the monthly meetings to continue in the form of social engagements, strengthening our bonds and fostering camaraderie.
Learn about each of our departments goals below and learn about our positions that are available!
We are looking for Active or Relief Director roles for: Volunteer, Art, Production, The Watchmen, and Community
All Departments are welcoming new Team Members.
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Individuals who thrive here are passionate about community involvement, logistics, and creating an inclusive and collaborative environment. We're dedicated to fostering a culture of volunteerism where every participant returns to Revival, inspired to volunteer for a three-hour shift. We aim to streamline gate operations, optimize event setup and teardown, educate our community about Leave No Trace values, and offer unwavering support to camps and facilitators. With a growing volunteer base, we plan to expand our special events, including family and kids' activities, enriching the Revival experience for all while minimizing costs and maximizing community-driven programs.
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The Volunteer Director is responsible for creating the volunteer schedule for Revival, planning a pre-event training day for department leads, and organizing a post-Revival Appreciation Party to recognize and thank our dedicated volunteers.
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Volunteer Department Team Members are encouraged to help lead various projects within the department. Projects may include ordering volunteer swag, assisting in planning volunteer events, recruitment efforts, training lead support, and contributing to incentive program development.
Volunteer Department
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Thriving in this department requires individuals who are creative, outgoing, and passionate about community building, marketing, and communication. Our Community Engagement Department is dedicated to fostering connections, amplifying our message, and creating meaningful interactions within our community. We aim to strengthen community bonds, amplify our message through effective marketing and web management, encourage involvement among our Team Members, expand our special events, and also extend our presence through video and photography initiatives.
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Community Engagement Directors play a central role in fostering connections within our community. They oversee a team of dedicated members and are instrumental in managing our marketing efforts, social media presence, and website. Their work ensures that our message reaches far and wide, connecting individuals to the transformative experience of Revival.
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Contribute to various projects, which may include spearheading social media marketing campaigns, representing Revival at events, curating website content, exploring AI for marketing innovations, and ensuring our community remains engaged and well-informed. Your creativity and dedication will help us connect and inspire individuals on their creative living journey.
Community Engagement
Medical and Safety
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Individuals who excel in this department are dedicated to health and safety, compassionate, and skilled in crisis management. The Medical and Safety Department at Revival is committed to the safety and well-being of our community. Our goals include establishing an on-site medical team with event-certified nurses and practitioners to ensure immediate care, developing a sanctuary space for those in need of support, and maintaining our Deescalation Team for conflict resolution, safety concerns, and assistance with tasks. These efforts aim to create a secure and nurturing environment, fostering a sense of safety and care for all participants at our event.
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The Medical and Safety Directors have a critical role in establishing an on-site Medical and Safety Program for Revival. Additionally, they will collaborate closely with our existing deescalation team, "The Watchmen," to ensure the well-being and safety of all participants.
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Team Members in the Medical and Safety Department are actively encouraged to take the lead on various projects. Within this dynamic role, projects may encompass developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for on-site incidents, managing medical inventory, staffing medical tents, raising awareness about mental health and drug safety, and overseeing Sanctuary/Zendo spaces, including maps and Zendo training. Your contributions are essential to ensuring the health and safety of our community.
Production Department
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Thriving in this department requires strong organizational and talent-recruitment skills. They collaborate with a dedicated team to create a vibrant stage experience, making them ideal for this role if they are visionary, detail-oriented, and passionate about empowering artists. At present, our Production Department aims to utilize our stages as platforms for community members to explore and express their talents in theater, music, and performance art. We are particularly dedicated to fostering diversity and empowering minority voices, making certain every individual feels represented and heard within our community. Simultaneously, we are focusing on harmonizing our operations with the Workshop Department, to create a seamless, uninterrupted event schedule.
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Production Directors at Revival are instrumental in managing the scheduling and coordination of the Community Stage, overseeing performance acts, musicians, and workshops. Thriving in this role requires individuals with strong organizational skills, an eye for talent, and a passion for the arts. They excel in recruitment, curating a diverse range of performers that align with Revival's mission of creative living. Collaboration and adaptability are key as they work with a dedicated team to create a vibrant stage experience that fosters community interaction and celebrates artistic expression. Individuals who thrive here are visionary, detail-oriented, and driven by the desire to empower artists and performers to share their talents with the Revival audience.
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Team Members in the Production Department are instrumental in enhancing the stage and performance areas at Revival. From lighting specialists and sound engineers to stage hands and technical support, their diverse roles ensure the seamless execution of performances. They excel in teamwork, possess technical expertise, and are passionate about creating memorable stage experiences for both performers and the audience. Their adaptability, attention to detail, and commitment to success contribute to the vibrant and dynamic atmosphere of the event.
Arts Department
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Individuals who thrive here possess a keen eye for detail and aesthetics, embracing diverse artistic disciplines and mediums. The Revival Art Department's objective is to craft exceptional art reflecting the yearly theme, elevating the festival experience. Our dedicated team creates thought-provoking installations and large-scale projects, enhancing Revival's infrastructure. We encourage community engagement through collaborative art projects, transforming Revival into a canvas of creativity and wonder.
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In the Revival Art Department, Sue Raia, our current Art Director, alignings our art with the yearly contemplation, overseeing community-built projects, and managing artists to create impactful installations for the event.
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Team Members in the Art Department contribute their creativity and skills in various ways. They source materials and resources, building personal contributions to installations, and actively engage in envisioning art displays for Revival. Their collaborative efforts are integral to bringing our artistic vision to life, enhancing the festival experience, and ensuring that our art reflects the essence of our yearly Contemplation.
Vendors and Sponsors
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The Vendors and Sponsors Department at Revival cultivates enduring connections with local businesses and organizations that resonate with our ethos. We strike a balance between supporting like-minded enterprises and preserving our event's unique character. Our team invites and partners with vendors and sponsors to offer participants high-quality experiences that elevate the festival.
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As a Director, you secure sponsors in alignment with our goals and foster strong bonds. You oversee a team that acts as liaisons to individual companies, guiding them on map placement and onsite preparations. Your leadership ensures sponsors understand our event, its ethos, and how they can thrive while enhancing the festival experience.
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Team Members in the Vendors and Sponsors Department serve as liaisons to companies. You inform sponsors and vendors about the event, map placement, and onsite requirements, forging mutually beneficial partnerships that enrich the participant experience. Your attention to detail contributes to our department's success and the event's overall prosperity.
The Watchmen
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Individuals who are easy going, calm and collected with a pension for nonjudgemental mediation are critical for our Watchmen team. As an integral part of the Medical and Safety Department at Revival, they are a dedicated team with a unique and vital role in ensuring a safe and supportive festival environment. Originating from the "Rangers" in burner culture, the Watchmen have evolved to focus on being valuable information resources fostering conflict de-escalation among participants, and lending a helping hand wherever needed. Watchmen are NOT rule enforcers. They prioritize the well-being of our community members and do not serve as disciplinarians. Instead, they are a friendly and approachable presence, easily identifiable by their brightly colored shirts, ready to assist festival goers in accessing resources, resolving conflicts, and ensuring a harmonious and enjoyable Revival experience.
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Watchmen Leads undergo pre-event training to lead 4-hour shifts, managing schedules, patrolling areas, and promptly notifying board members of issues. They follow conflict de-escalation protocols, manage radio communication, and ensure the Watchmen team operates effectively for a safe festival atmosphere.
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Watchmen Team Members receive pre-event training in conflict de-escalation and resolution. They patrol in pairs for 3-hour shifts, reporting issues to Leads and using Zendo and Maps techniques for effective communication. They educate festival goers about the program's purpose, providing assistance where needed, and contribute to a safe and harmonious festival atmosphere without physical engagement.
Workshop Department
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Having a strong sense of communication and organization are pivotal to achieving the goals of our Workshop Department. The Workshop Department at Revival curates a diverse schedule of 100 transformative workshops and events that empower participants to embrace creative living. We provide facilitators with a platform to share their unique life paths and expertise in subjects like health, wellness, meditation, creative outlets, science, and activism, fostering community, inspiration, and growth. Additionally, our goal is to expand hands-on experiences by offering financial support to facilitators, enabling them to provide memorable take-home experiences. Join us on a journey of self-discovery, empowerment, and authentic living through workshops that ignite the spirit and enrich the Revival experience.
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Workshop Directors at Revival lead their team in curating workshops, engaging with facilitators, coordinating schedules, managing financial support, enhancing the participant experience, and gathering feedback to continually improve the workshop offerings, all in alignment with the event's mission of creative living and self-discover
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Team members can choose from acting as liaisons to specific facilitators, helping lead schedule chunks, informing info booth of schedule changes, review applications, and submit ideas for workshops hosted by Revival. Some team members may be interested in heading specific events, like kids events, or daily yoga etc.
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Tickets and Discounts
Active and Relief Directors get complimentary tickets for themselves and extras for their supporters, plus four 50% discount codes. Team Members receive free entry and discount codes for friends and family.
Free Meals
Steering Committee members enjoy complimentary meals during the event, ensuring you're well-fueled for an enriching experience.
Local Festival Exchange
We participate in a leadership ticket exchange with other local festivals and gatherings. This provides our teams with the chance to experience and draw inspiration from our vibrant local festival community.
Special Events
Serving on the Steering Committee grants access to special events before and after the festival on site, creating unforgettable memories and connections.
Project Initiatives
Being part of Revival's foundation means you can initiate and test your own projects within our organization, making a real impact on the community.
Skill Development
Serving on our committee allows you to expand your skill set in a supportive environment. Unlike traditional positions that require work experience, you have the opportunity to learn new skills or trades that can enhance your career.
Networking Opportunities
Working with a local nonprofit opens doors to valuable networking opportunities, enabling you to build meaningful connections within our community.
Becoming a Figurehead
Joining our organization during its foundational stages allows you to become a figurehead in our community, leaving a lasting legacy for years to come.