VOLUNTEER

VOLUNTEER for idw

Want to get a behind the scenes look at Indy's biggest design week of the year? Looking to get involved beyond just the event week? Join our team of dedicated volunteers who help make Indy Design Week a year-round success! Whether you're interested in assisting with event prep/promotion or helping on-site at events, there's something for everyone. Gain valuable experience, expand your network, and help us shape the future of Indianapolis design.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

VOLUNTEER EVENT CREW 

This is a dedicated group of individuals is an extension of our board and selected a few months before IDW to help with event prep & promotion. Roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Design promotional graphics for social media, print, web, and more
  • Copywriting for marketing, advertising, and community outreach programs
  • Assist with website design & updates
  • Event planning & logistics

ON-SITE VOLUNTEERS

On-site volunteers play a pivotal role in creating a welcoming & fun atmosphere at all IDW events, during event week and beyond. Roles & responsibilities may include:

  • Attendee check-in and registration
  • Wayfinding & directional guidance for attendees
  • Event set-up and/or teardown
  • Assisting with speakers or vendors needs

WHY VOLUNTEER?

There are lots of reasons to volunteer for Indy Design Week, but here’s a few benefits that really stand out: 

  • Work and collaborate with like-minded individuals who are also passionate about design and are thought leaders in the community
  • Access to local and regional design network of creatives
  • Positively influence & uplift the Indy design community
  • Complimentary access to IDW programming:
    • Event Crew volunteers receive complimentary all-access tickets
    • On-site volunteers receive access to the single events they volunteer at

VOLUNTEER SIGN-UP

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