Middlesbrough Art Week Volunteer 2025 (Middlesbrough)
Available from 25 September 2025 to 4 October 2025
Middlesbrough Art Week, The Auxiliary, 31 Station Street, Middlesbrough, TS1 1SR
Thursday 25th September - 4pm - 10pm
Friday 26th - Sunday 28th September - 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 1st - Saturday 4th October - 10am - 4pm
Middlesbrough Art Week is back for its 8th edition and takes place across Middlesbrough town centre. It runs for a full week of exhibitions, talks, workshops, performances, events and exciting public interventions.
Are you ready to be a part of an unforgettable experience? We're on the lookout for enthusiastic volunteers to help make it happen!
As a volunteer, you'll play a vital role in creating a vibrant atmosphere and ensuring that attendees have a fantastic time. Whether you're a seasoned event volunteer or new to the scene, we welcome all to be a part of our dedicated team.
What will you be doing?
- Assisting attendees.
- Answering queries about artworks and the wider festival programme. Directing attendees to venues across Middlesbrough.
- Assisting with the set up and take down of workshops.
- Assisting attendees at workshops.
Who are we looking for?
- Folks who love contemporary Art.
- Folks with good communication skills.
- Friendly, approachable individuals who can help deliver the festival across the week.
- Collaborative spirits who thrive in a dynamic environment!
Volunteer Shifts:
Shift timings are flexible, and you can choose what works best for you. Whether you're available for a few hours or the entire event, we appreciate your dedication.
What's in it for you?
- You'll have fun, meet new people and be part of a team!
- You'll learn about new performers and artists and be at the heart of the Festival.
- You'll be helping others have a great time and making the festival a success.
- You'll connect with and support your community.
- You'll gain confidence, learn about different career opportunities and enhance your CV.
- And there's always the chance to socialise at our after-event party!
We can pay your travel expenses within Tees Valley, and you'll receive a meal or a meal voucher up to £10, when you volunteer for a day or evening shift.
Once you have signed up to be part of Tees Valley Festival Volunteering you will receive training in Customer Service, Health & Safety, Inclusivity & Accessibility and Carbon Literacy. You can get involved in some exciting creative community art and music workshops which will be running across the Tees Valley. You'll also be able to earn digital badges recognised by many universities, colleges and employers, charting your progress while you volunteer.
Age 16+