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Are you looking to get involved with the performing arts industry in Pictou County?

Glasgow Square Theatre is looking for motivated, personable, and dependable volunteers who are passionate about supporting and showcasing live performing arts in New Glasgow to join our team.

Volunteering at Glasgow Square is a great way to get involved in Pictou County’s vibrant arts and culture community through assisting in the production of live events and the operations of a performing arts venue. You will have the opportunity to learn from and work alongside industry professionals and renowned artists both local and otherwise.

Please note that we have a limited number of volunteer spots available. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only successful applicants will be contacted. If you do not receive a response, your application will be kept on file in case our staffing needs change in the future.

We are currently recruiting for the following roles:

  • Front of House
  • Door Staff
  • Event Assistant
  • Access Control
Front of House (Bartender/Server)

As a bartender or a server, you’ll be the smiling face responsible for taking guest orders, preparing and serving drinks, and maintaining the bar area of the theatre.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Taking guest orders
  • Preparing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Processing cash, debit and credit transactions using POS system
  • Restocking and replenishing bar supplies as necessary
  • Maintaining cleanliness and organization while working
  • Complying with all beverage service regulations and venue policies
  • Acting as an ambassador for Glasgow Square at all times while on duty
  • Other relevant duties as assigned by venue manager
Requirements:
  • Must be at least 19 years of age
  • Written and verbal communication skills
  • Must be comfortable dealing with the public pleasantly and efficiently
  • Must be comfortable working with cash
  • Previous bartending or other guest-facing service experience is an asset, but not required

Door Staff (Box Office/Ushers)

As one of our door staff, you’re the first person guests see when they enter the venue. It’s your job to help them confirm their ticket reservation and get them where they need to go.
 
Key Responsibilities:
  • Greeting guests as they enter the venue
  • Scanning guest tickets using Showpass app
  • Troubleshooting guest reservations as needed
  • Selling tickets and processing cash and credit transactions
  • When required, helping guests to find a seat
  • Acting as an ambassador for Glasgow Square at all times while on duty
  • Other relevant duties as assigned by venue manager
Requirements:
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Must be comfortable dealing with the public pleasantly and efficiently
  • Must be comfortable working with cash
  • Previous customer service experience is considered an asset, but not required
Event Assistant

As a event assistant, you’ll be close to the action, working to help coordinate all of the details behind the scenes. You'll help with setting up the theatre and stage and assist with tasks related to the successful execution of an event or show.

Key Responsibilities:
  • General assistance before, during, and after an event, including but not limited to:
    • Assisting venue manager and production technician with setup and teardown of theatre and stage including chairs, tables, sound and lighting equipment, etc.
    • Dimming and raising house lights, opening and closing stage curtains
    • Opening and closing theatre doors
    • Retrieving stock for the bar area
  • Acting as an ambassador for Glasgow Square at all times while on duty
  • Other relevant duties as assigned by venue manager
Requirements:
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Must be comfortable with physical labour and able to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Previous experience with live sound and lighting equipment is an asset, but not required

Access Control

Access control volunteers work with security staff and management to ensure our guests, staff, and performers feel safe and comfortable by monitoring movement of patrons into and throughout the venue.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Monitor and control movement of people into and throughout the venue by being positioned at key access points, reporting any issues to management
  • Verify access credentials to restricted areas of the venue, i.e., backstage
  • For age-restricted events, verify the age of those entering the venue
  • Acting as an ambassador for Glasgow Square at all times while on duty
  • Other relevant duties as assigned by venue manager
Requirements:
  • Must be at least 19 years of age
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Previous experience with security or access control is an asset, but not required
Volunteers are scheduled on a casual, per-event basis, based on availability. Most of our events take place during evenings and weekends, and therefore, availability from Thursday through Saturday is a requirement. There will occasionally be daytime volunteering opportunities as well.

All volunteers will be expected to attend one short volunteer orientation session.

For each event worked, all volunteer staff will receive one free ticket to a future Glasgow Square show of their choosing (some exceptions may apply).

PLEASE NOTE: This application is for the roster of volunteers that work at shows and events organized by Glasgow Square. For volunteer opportunities with festivals such as the Riverfront Jubilee and Pictou County Ribfest which use Glasgow Square as a venue, please contact those organizations directly.
Application Form

Please answer the questions below as accurately and with as much detail as possible; telling us a bit about your background will help us to determine if you'd be a good fit within our team.

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* 1. Contact Information

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* 2. Are you over the age of 19?

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* 3. Which volunteer positions are you interested in applying for? (select all that apply)

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* 4. Typically, which days and times would you be available to volunteer? (Evening availability on weekends is a requirement - the majority of our events take place during evenings from Thursday through Saturday)

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* 5. Approximately how many events per month would you be willing to work?

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* 6. Why are you interested in a volunteer position at Glasgow Square?

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* 7. What about your background or qualifications would make you a good fit for the role(s) you have selected above?

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* 8. Are there any additional details you would like to include with your application?

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* 9. Volunteers who are selected to work in roles where they will be handling financial transactions may be subject to a police background check.

Please note that having a criminal record does not automatically disqualify you from volunteering at Glasgow Square, and individuals will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Have you ever been convicted of a criminal offence for which you have not received a pardon or record suspension?

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* 10. Do you consent to having Glasgow Square conduct a police background check?

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