AX Volunteer Program

Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old by May 1st of the year you wish to volunteer. All volunteers must be 18 before beginning any volunteer work or training. (i.e. To volunteer for Anime Expo 2030, you must be at least 18 years old by May 1, 2030.)
• Must have a minimum of 40-hour commitment scheduled (may include both pre-con and at-con hours).
• Must be available for all of the Anime Expo show dates. Some departments may require earlier onsite arrival.
• Complete Shiftboard Volunteer Application and Shiftboard Profile.
• Complete Anime Expo Volunteer Checklist:
  • Complete Volunteer Onboarding Forms.
  • Complete a background check.
  • Complete Youth Protection Policy (YPP) courses.
  • Complete volunteer department-specific training and requirements.
• Adhere to all SPJA Volunteer Policies and Guidelines.

Perks:

• Exclusive AX Volunteer swag.
• Meals & parking (subject to limitations).
• Complimentary Anime Expo badge for a friend or family (not transferrable to another AX year or event).
• Résumé building volunteer experience.
• Behind-the-scenes look at how conventions are run.
• Leadership opportunities.
• No badge purchase necessary.

*Information subject to change without notice