Our workshop leaders, performers, and directors are paid positions that shape our rhythms of resistance. They help make the camp experience richer by sharing their experiences as artists.
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Have a special skill or talent to share?
Position Descriptions
WORKSHOP LEADER
Workshop leaders guide Adult or Youth campers through topics relevant to music, songwriting, performance, collaboration, social justice, self-love, community building, and beyond. Workshops occur in 1-2 hour blocks each day of Adult and Youth Camps, and/or in collaboration with other organizations, and/or can be offered to our community as a special standalone event.
Cis women and all adults who identify within the trans umbrella, including non-binary folks, are welcome to apply for this position.
Youth Summer Camp
Youth Camps typically occur in mid-July and late August. Workshops take place mid-morning.
Adult Rock Camp
Adult Camps typically occur during 3-day holiday weekends. Workshops take place in the afternoon.
- Experience facilitating large groups in a classroom setting
- Commitment to supporting every learner at their level through a Social/Emotional lens
- Knowledge of social justice issues impacting people of marginalized genders, especially relating to the music industry
- Creativity, patience, and willingness to approach each situation with a growth mindset
- Complete a Workshop Information form
- Complete a Liability Waiver
- Youth Programs Workshop Leaders Only:
- Complete a background check
- Get paid with the option to donate your time if you’d prefer
- Join a supportive and engaged community of friendly peers working towards a common goal
- Access to free training & professional development resources year-round on topics including approaches to trauma-informed care, perspectives on youth development, and tips for supporting gender-marginalized musicians
- Access to leadership and further volunteer opportunities within RCRC such as service on the Board of Directors and subcommittees, long-term and/or highly skilled roles, and more!
- Snacks, meals, and coffee served
- Free entry to the best show in town, the camp showcase!
GUEST BAND / PERFORMER
Every afternoon at our Youth Summer Camp, we welcome a band or musician to play a 20 minute set for our youth campers, followed by a Q&A. Campers ask questions ranging from “How did you meet and become a band?” to “What are your pets’ names and pronouns?”
Cis women and all adults who identify within the trans umbrella, including non-binary folks, are welcome to apply for this position. We ask that at least 50% of band members are trans &/or nonbinary people, or cis women.
Bands and Artists perform each day at Summer Camp from 2:15-2:45pm.
- Experience performing for a variety of audiences
- Commitment to supporting every camper at their level through a Social/Emotional lens
- Knowledge of or interest in learning more about social justice issues impacting people of marginalized genders, especially relating to the music industry
- Creativity, patience, and willingness to approach each situation with a growth mindset
- Fill out a guest artist form
- Arrive with plenty of time to set up before your set
- Get paid with the option to donate your time if you’d prefer
- Join a supportive and engaged community of friendly peers working towards a common goal
- Access to free training & professional development resources year-round on topics including approaches to trauma-informed care, perspectives on youth development, and tips for supporting gender-marginalized musicians
- Access to leadership and further volunteer opportunities within RCRC such as service on the Board of Directors and subcommittees, long-term and/or highly skilled volunteer roles, and more!
- Snacks, meals, and coffee served
- Free entry to the best show in town, the camp showcase!
GEAR & FACILITIES LEAD
The Gear & Facilities Lead is a part-time, event-based role responsible for executing gear and facility plans for Rain City Rock Camp programs and events. This role ensures that instruments, sound equipment, and facilities are maintained, organized, and functional before, during, and after camp sessions and events. The Gear & Facilities Lead works closely with programming and operations to support program participants and volunteers, ensuring smooth program logistics and equipment readiness.
Cis women and all adults who identify within the trans umbrella, including non-binary folks, are welcome to apply for this position.
This is a part-time, hourly position with variable hours depending on program and event needs. Some weekends and evenings are required.
A majority of the following:
- Experience working with diverse communities; commitment to anti-racism, trans-inclusivity, and anti-oppression practices.
- Passion for and belief in RCRC’s mission to empower girls, women, and gender expansive individuals through music, self-expression, and supportive community.
- Experience as a musician and/or sound engineer with ability to maintain and repair nstruments and sound gear.
- Experience working with youth and/or volunteers in a mentorship or teaching capacity.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot quickly under pressure.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with a small staff team while also working independently.
- Highly organized, detail oriented, and proactive with facility and equipment planning
- Communicate clearly and effectively in person, over the phone, and on a computer.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds and move furnishings/gear required for event and camp setup.
- Ability to navigate program spaces, including stairways, ladders, and atypical areas.
- Ability to drive and a valid driver’s license.
- Ability to clear a background check.
- Ability to complete required abuse training.
RCRC will engage in the interactive process to make reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.
- Complete an application
- Attend an interview
- Complete a Liability Waiver
- Complete a background check
- Complete an asynchronous online abuse prevention training
- Hourly paid position
- Join a supportive and engaged community of friendly peers working towards a common goal
- Access to free training & professional development resources year-round on topics including approaches to trauma-informed care, perspectives on youth development, and tips for supporting gender-marginalized musicians
- Access to leadership and further volunteer opportunities within RCRC such as service on the Board of Directors and subcommittees, long-term and/or highly skilled volunteer roles, and more!
- Snacks, meals, and coffee served at all trainings and daily during camp
PHOTOGRAPHER
Camp Photographers capture and edit iconic band photos and showcase photos.
Cis women and all adults who identify within the trans umbrella, including non-binary folks, are welcome to apply for this position.
Youth Summer Camp
Band photos are taken late morning on the Friday of camp. Showcase photos are taken during the evening on the same day.
AMP at MoPop
Band photos are taken in the afternoon on the Thursday of camp. Showcase photos are taken at 3pm on Friday.
Adult Rock Camp
Band photos are taken late morning on the last day of camp. Showcase photos are taken during the evening on the same day.
- Experience collaborating with subjects to compose a posed photo
- Ability to instill confidence in photo subjects for posed photos
- Experience photographing live stage performances
- Can adapt to sensory needs of campers, i.e. no flash photos
- Has own camera and equipment
- Confirm dates and times with RCRC team
- Show up with time to prepare
- Get paid with the option to donate your time if you’d prefer
- Join a supportive and engaged community of friendly peers working towards a common goal
- Access to free training & professional development resources year-round on topics including approaches to trauma-informed care, perspectives on youth development, and tips for supporting gender-marginalized musicians
- Access to leadership and further volunteer opportunities within RCRC such as service on the Board of Directors and subcommittees, long-term and/or highly skilled volunteer roles, and more!
- Snacks, meals, and coffee served during camp
CAMP DIRECTOR / EMCEE
The Camp Director embodies and models camp culture to Rock Camp participants. They are the face and megaphone of camp! They work closely with staff and volunteers to support the daily needs of program participants.
Cis women and all adults who identify within the trans umbrella, including non-binary folks, are welcome to apply for this position.
Youth Summer Camp
Available for the entire camp week and during the showcase.
Adult Rock Camp
Available for the entire camp weekend and during the showcase.
- Has a solid understanding of our programs and pedagogical approach
- Is comfortable interacting with and speaking in front of medium to large groups of adults
- Has a strong background in conflict resolution
- Is a strong problem solver who is able to keep calm while being pulled in multiple directions
- Has a strong sense of how to work collaboratively and communicatively in a small group of volunteers and staff
- Has a flexible schedule that will allow them to spend a significant amount of time onsite at camp
- Complete a Liability Waiver
- Youth Programs Camp Directors Only:
- Complete a background check
- Complete an asynchronous online abuse prevention training
- Hourly paid position
- Join a supportive and engaged community of friendly peers working towards a common goal
- Access to free training & professional development resources year-round on topics including approaches to trauma-informed care, perspectives on youth development, and tips for supporting gender-marginalized musicians
- Access to leadership and further volunteer opportunities within RCRC such as service on the Board of Directors and subcommittees, long-term and/or highly skilled volunteer roles, and more!
- Snacks, meals, and coffee served at all trainings and daily during camp
