Dove Awards Volunteer FAQ

You can sign up using this link - https://doveawards.com/volunteer-form

Some of our core volunteer positions include:

1. a. General Event Assistants: These are individuals with can-do attitudes who will assist with a wide-variety of on-site, logistic needs such as setup,check-in, teardown, or even as a runner for Dove Week festivities.
2.  b. Ushers/Program Distributors: These volunteers are full of sunshine and warmth. They are the ones who greet our attendees and hand out the souvenir booklet for the Dove Awards.
3. c. Wayfinders/Directional Volunteers: These volunteers are highly responsible adults who are happy to assist guests on-site with directions. They are generally positioned Back of House and in/around the arena.
4. d. Parking Liaisons: These volunteers are the first friendly face selected staff and talent sees when they arrive on-site. They are the ones who assist staff and talent with entry into the reserved parking.

Once you complete the application form, and have been properly vetted, you will be placed based on your availability, experience, and skills.

There are various roles available from Sunday-Tuesday during Dove Week, each
with different time commitments, ranging from a 4-8 hour time commitment per
day.

During the application process, you will have the opportunity to select the number
of days and hours you anticipate your schedule to allow. Upon approval of your
application, your availability will be taken into consideration when assigning
positions.

Once you complete the application form, and have been properly vetted, you will
be placed based on your availability, experience, and skills.

For all GMA events volunteers are assigned to teams by the volunteer coordinator. You are welcome to request a team when signing up, and best efforts will be made to accommodate based on availability.

Positions are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. GMA’s volunteer coordinator will reach out to confirm no later than 2 weeks prior to show date.

a. Official Volunteer T-Shirt
Show your Dove Awards spirit! Every volunteer will receive an exclusive
event t-shirt to wear proudly during their shift and beyond.

b. Access to Dove Week Festivities
Enjoy the celebration! A limited number of complimentary tickets will be
available for select showcases and special Dove Week events. These
tickets are first-come, first-served and offer a great way to experience the
excitement from the audience's side. Please note that these will be
given/available during NON-volunteer hours.

c. Verified Volunteer Service Hours
Receive credit for serving with us during the Dove Awards and festivities.

d. Meals & Refreshments
Volunteers working more than 5 hours on-site at Bridgestone Arena will
receive a meal (lunch or dinner, depending on shift). Light snacks and
refreshments will also be available on show day. For off-site events, meals
are typically not included due to shorter shifts (around 4 hours).

Looking to track your service hours? Volunteers who complete their shifts and follow all guidelines below will receive an official Volunteer Service Document for your records. To qualify:

1. Arrive on time for all scheduled shifts
2. Check in and out properly for each shift
3. Follow instructions and maintain a team-player attitude
4. Receive approval from your Team Lead(s)
   Once all criteria are met, our Volunteer Coordinator will issue your signed documentation.

Volunteers are an extension of the GMA team, and we always bring our
best. So we kindly ask that all volunteers to always be clean and
professional. Depending on your team, you may be asked to wear
business casual or all black. We will contact you with attire requirements
at least a week prior to the event.

Volunteer arrival times vary. You will be contacted at least a week (sometimes earlier) from the event with your arrival time. We ask that you remain flexible.

There is complimentary OR reduced parking available based upon the event location for participating volunteers. For off-site events, there will be an opportunity for parking reimbursement (more details to come). For parking at Bridgestone Arena, more information will be provided 2-3 weeks prior to the event.

No, you may not. Volunteers are a representation of the Gospel Music Association. We strive to maintain a professional demeanor at all times. Any volunteer that does not adhere to the GMA standard will be escorted off the property.