Some of our volunteer positions require musical knowledge, but many don’t! We also have full- and part-time volunteer positions available.
COVID-19 UPDATE: We have been carefully following the course of the COVID-19 outbreak hoping that we would still be able to hold our summer programs in person. But, after considering all of the information currently available, we have decided that the best way to protect the health and safety of the RCRC community is to switch Summer Camp, South Sound Rocks and our Advanced Music Program (AMP) to a virtual format. We are sad that we won’t get to see our amazing campers in person this year, but we’re also excited to explore new ways of gathering together online to support each other, express ourselves and make some music! And, we’re going to need volunteers’ help more than ever! We hope you’ll join us on this journey of discovery!
Virtual Summer Camp Volunteering FAQs
Will there still be a South Sound Rocks! this year?
Since geographic location doesn’t matter in a virtual setting, we’ll be combining South Sound Rocks! and our Seattle Summer Camp into one big Virtual Summer Camp serving campers from the Tacoma and Seattle areas.
Will you still need support crew and front desk volunteers?
We LOVE, LOVE, LOVE our support crew and front desk volunteers. Unfortunately, we won’t have these roles for Virtual Summer Camp. If you’re volunteered in one of these roles during previous years and are interested in supporting our Virtual Summer Camp in other ways, email us programsupport@raincityrockcamp.org. We’d love for you to be involved!
Are the volunteer roles different for Virtual Summer Camp?
Because we’re moving to a virtual platform, volunteer roles and schedules will change just a little bit. But we still need our volunteers just as much as ever! Please see the updated virtual volunteer roles below:
- Counselors will still act as the point person and mentor for campers in their assigned bands. As the primary mentor for your campers, your goal will be to create a safe, supportive environment that allows your campers to build confidence through creative expression. Womxn (cis or trans) and gender expansive folks are welcome.
Time Commitment: Shift one is from 1:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m.; shift two is from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Sign up for one or both! You can attend as many additional assemblies and workshops as you’d like. All volunteers will attend a debrief from 4:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday to Thursday and showcase prep and event on Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 4:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
For more information about the role of camp counselors, click here.
- Band Coaches will be paired with youth bands and guide them throughout the week-long process of preparing a musical creation for the virtual showcase. You’ll support the musical process by providing structure and encouraging online collaboration. Womxn (cis or trans) and gender expansive folks are welcome.
Time Commitment: Shift one is from 1:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m.; shift two is from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Sign up for one or both! You can attend as many additional assemblies and workshops as you’d like. All volunteers will attend a debrief from 4:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday to Thursday and showcase prep and event on Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 4:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
For more information about the role of band coaches, click here.
- Instrument instructors will facilitate sessions with beginning or intermediate music learners ages 8 to 17 during the week-long camp session. Each instructor will lead their students using a combination of digital tools and recorded lessons. Womxn (cis or trans) and gender expansive folks are welcome.
Time Commitment: Monday 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. / Tuesday to Thursday 10:15 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. You can attend as many additional assemblies and workshops as you’d like outside of that time period! All volunteers will attend a debrief from 4:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday to Thursday and showcase event on Friday from 4:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
For more information about the role of instrument instructors, click here.
In-Person Volunteer Roles (Open Spring 2021)
South Sound Rocks! Intern
No music experience required, Mon–Fri 8:30-17:30, Sat 11:45–15:00
Participation during all shifts required
Are you 14 to 17 years old? Do you have at least two years of rock camp experience? We are seeking applicants for our South Sound Rocks! Intern program! Interns have the opportunity to learn about gear, share their leadership skills, act as role models to all campers, and work alongside volunteers in band practice or instrument instruction. Interns also get to perform in their own band at the Showcase.
Camp Counselor
No music experience required, Mon–Fri 8:30-17:30, Sat 11:45–15:00
Full-time preferred, part-time morning and afternoon shifts available
Counselors act as the point person and mentor for campers in their assigned bands. As the primary mentor for your campers, your goal will be to create a safe, supportive environment that allows your campers to build confidence through creative expression. Womxn (cis or trans) and gender expansive folks are welcome.
Instrument Instructor
Two years’ instrument experience required, Mon–Thurs 9:00–12:00, Sat 11:45–15:00
Participation during all shifts required
Instrument instructors facilitate small-group lessons for beginning or intermediate learners ages 8 to 17 during the week-long camp session. We are seeking instructors who are comfortable teaching vocals, keyboard, guitar, bass and drums. Each instructor will lead their students during two morning class periods. Womxn (cis or trans) and gender expansive folks are welcome.
Band Coach
Songwriting/instrument knowledge needed, Mon–Thurs 9:00–12:00, Sat 11:45–15:00
Participation during all shifts required
Band coaches are paired with two different youth bands and guide them throughout the week-long process of creating an original song for the showcase. Coaches support the songwriting process by providing structure and encouraging collaboration. Womxn (cis or trans) and gender expansive folks are welcome.
Mental Health Crew
Experience with youth counseling or education required
Part-time morning and afternoon shifts available
Mental health crew members provide support, conflict resolution and crisis management for campers ages 8 to 17 as well as support for staff and volunteers throughout the week of camp. Knowledge of social/emotional regulation and trauma-informed care basics recommended. Womxn (cis or trans) and gender expansive folks are welcome.
Food Crew
No music experience needed
Part-time morning and afternoon shifts availableNo music experience needed
Part-time morning and afternoon shifts available
No culinary experience required, just a willingness to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while following food safety guidelines. If you can assemble a sandwich, we want you for food crew! Food crew members are responsible for keeping the kitchen and prep areas clean as well as for post-lunch clean-up. All genders, cis or trans, are welcome.
Camp Support Crew
No music experience needed
Part-time morning and afternoon shifts available
Camp support crew members help with data entry, passing out surveys, on-the-spot job coverage, photos, and any other task that helps everyone have a great day at Summer Camp. All genders, cis or trans, are welcome.
Front Desk/Receptionist
No music experience needed
Part-time morning and afternoon shifts available
Our front desk volunteers serve as the first point of contact for all campers, families, and volunteers. They help with camper check-in and check-out, monitor incoming visitors like guest bands and the press, accept incoming phone calls, answer questions, and sell camp merch. All genders, cis or trans, are welcome.
Runner
No music experience needed
Part-time morning and afternoon shifts available
Runners help with last minute needs, run to the store, fill in for other volunteers and generally lend a hand as necessary. This position requires a car. This is a great opportunity for someone who doesn’t have musical experience but really wants to roll up their sleeves and help! All genders, cis or trans, are welcome.
Camp Nurse/Doctor
No music experience needed
Part-time morning and afternoon shifts available
The nurse or doctor is available throughout the day as a point person for medical emergencies and accidents, helps campers with special medical needs and prescriptions, and assists the receptionist and mental health crew as needed. All genders, cis or trans, are welcome.
Camp Media Crew
No music experience needed
Part- or full-time shifts available, participation on Sat, 11:45 to 15:00, required
The camp media team is responsible for documenting the camp experience through film and video. Volunteers for this team should have previous experience with photography/videography and be able to take candid shots, ID pictures, camper band photos and large group photographs. Filming could include interviews and b-roll. Editing experience a plus! All genders, cis or trans, are welcome.
Set-Up/Load-Out Volunteer
No music experience needed, one day pre- and post camp
Part- or full-time shifts available
Set-up and load-out volunteers are a key part of the crew that makes camp happen! On set-up day, volunteers help roadie equipment and gear, decorate our camp venue, assemble supplies, and set up each practice room. We especially need volunteers who know how to set up drum kits on this day. On load-out day, volunteers help roadie equipment and gear, take down all decorations, pack supplies, and re-set each room to its original condition. All genders, cis or trans, are welcome.
Showcase Volunteer
No music experience needed, Sat 11:00–16:00
Saturday all-day participation required
Showcase volunteers help with the green room, assist stagehands, facilitate merch and raffle ticket sales, organize the raffle prize, and help with general set-up. We also need people to help get gear from the camp facility to the Showcase facility on the last day of camp. All genders, cis or trans, are welcome.
