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Events Assistant

  • VO87704

Description

Event Assistant

  • To support The Fraser Centre Community Trust in the delivery of our film programme in our new 108c cinema in Tranent.
  • To provide assistance at the event under the supervision of our management team including: welcome the public to the Cinema; assist with ticketing; catering; front of house; prior, during and after the film.
  • To help ensure the venue is welcoming and safe for all users.
  • To share our love of the community, and love of films.

Organisation aims and objectives

To develop, facilitate and provide training activities and classes to engage all community members- both young and old alike. To promote The Fraser Centre building as a quality local venue. To develop a small number of enterprise initiatives to contribute to the sustainability of The Fraser Centre. To reinvest any profits/surplus back into the further development of The Fraser Centre facilities.

Availability

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Regular screening through the week. Volunteers are not asked to do all films but choose the most suitable day/ time.

Restrictions

None
Experience required: - Must be well presented - Must enjoy working with people and is polite. - Positive, friendly attitude. - Reliable with excellent time keeping.
Travel details: Various bus service available from LRT, Prentice & Eastern Scottish
Minimum age: 15

Support

Taster available: Yes
Taster details: Visit the venue and meet the team.
Training details: Interview; induction tour; pre-event meeting and training; ongoing supervision and assistance. Training provided to all our team such as Customer Service.
Support: Wheelchair Access/Disabled Access Toilet

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