Volunteer

A Worldcon is run entirely by unpaid, volunteer staff. Seriously! For over 80 years it has been a convention created by and for fans, fueled by dedicated community servants. More than any other factor, that fact makes this event and this community special and unique, full of acts of creativity, profound quirkiness, and kindness which money literally cannot buy. That is why when you purchase an attending membership to Worldcon you receive a membership and not a ticket. Many local and regional conventions also follow this model.

Five people dressed in retrofuturistic clothing, of varied apparent races, genders, and ages. One is in a hover chair, and one is using a jetpack.
You too can join this community of makers, doers, and shapers, whether by contributing a few hours during the con, or by engaging in planning activities that last for a season or the whole year. A list of known currently available staff roles can be found below. You can express your interest in volunteering, whether or not you have a specific role in mind, by filling out our volunteer interest form. If you have any questions, please email volunteers@seattlein2025.org.
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The Seattle Worldcon hybrid staff meeting held at SMOFcon 41 on December 8, 2024. Panorama created from two photos by Mike Willmoth, used with permission.

Volunteer Age Policy

This policy applies only to individuals serving in volunteer positions, and does not apply to individuals staffing exhibit tables, staffing dealer booths, or providing program content.

Teens (age 13–17) may volunteer independently. They may not handle monetary instruments (money, badges, vouchers), but are otherwise considered full volunteers and are eligible for all volunteer rewards. Role assignments should be suitable for their age and experience, keeping safety considerations in mind. Some roles, particularly MIMO, require volunteers to be at least 16 years of age.

Children (age 6–12) may volunteer alongside their parent/guardian. They may not handle monetary instruments (money, badges, vouchers). They may receive a volunteer ribbon and have access to the staff lounge with their parent/guardian, but are not eligible for other volunteer rewards.

Currently Available Roles

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