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CFR 45 at Westerner Park?
Runners – Back of House
Bucking Chute Events
Collect scores from the judges and run documents between Media room and Rodeo Secretaries.
Timed Events
Collect time results from timers and run documents to required judges and Rodeo Secretaries.
Finals Night Runners
Collect and run results to Mediaroom and Announcers for final events.
Event Timers
Record times for all the events from player’s boxes or seats.
Media Runners
Work very close with the Westerner Park Marketing Department to line up the cowboys that the media would like to talk to. They could have to go on either side of the chutes to get the cowboys or even in the dressing rooms.
Security
Access Control Members
This role is to provide a safe and secure environment for CFR production personnel, participants, guests and livestock.
Responsibilities include:
• Checking credentials at set entry points at the event.
• Monitoring backstage areas during each performance for:
•People who do not possess the appropriate credentials
•Spectators disturbing rodeo production
•Observing general behavior in controlled production areas jeopardizing safety and security.
Program Sellers
Roaming Sellers
Selling CFR souvenir programs and daily recap sheets on all of the public concourse levels within the Centrium. We do not sell in the stands as it gets in the way of guests viewing the show. Sellers are to be vocal in promoting sales of programs and the daily recap sheets in an enthusiastic manner.
Podium Sellers
Selling CFR souvenir programs and daily recap sheets from a fixed location.
Promotions Team
Our Promotions team volunteers are outgoing, dynamic and fun individuals who promote our CFR and Westerner Park brand. These volunteers attend all of the CFR Performances to help hype up our crowds, interact with the fans and hand out swag!
Tour Guides
Behind the Chutes Tour Host/Hostess
Experienced rodeo volunteers to provide an exceptional guest experience of a behind the scenes look at the rodeo.
Contestant Orientation Event Ambassadors
Greet, provide introductions and directions on site for contestants during their arrival the day before the start of the CFR.
CFR Guest and Tradeshow Ambassadors
Stationed at various locations throughout the pavilions, our Guest and Tradeshow Ambassadors will be answering questions, providing information and engaging in the conversation. This is a great opportunity for those who like to meet new people and have a passion to provide exceptional service ***Ambassadors will be needed in the Cabaret, Tradeshow, Sponsorship Lounge and Competitors Lounge***
Transportation
Drivers will be provided a Dodge Caravan or Dodge Ram Truck to transport Contestants and their families, to and from Westerner Park and their hotel, as well as various venues throughout Red Deer. All volunteers for these areas must provide a Driver Abstract in advance.
Cabaret Services
Beverage Services helpers (Bar)
Assist the Westerner Park Bar staff in providing efficient and friendly service to our guests. Duties will include assisting in keeping the bar areas clean, pouring liquor and other support as required. All volunteers for these areas must have or obtain ProServe certification in advance.
Housekeeping Services
Assist the Westerner Park staff in ensuring the tables in the Cabaret are cleared and cleaned for all guests enjoying the entertainment and social atmosphere the Cabaret offers.
Box Office Volunteers
Our Box Office Volunteers will help support our Box office team to scan through and verify incoming ticket holders at the gates to our busy locations, i.e. 3 enterences to the cabaret. They are fast, friendly and ticket savvy.
Pre and Post Event Set Up
Steel Set Up and Tear Down
Assist Westerner Park Staff with move and set up of heavy steel required for the rodeo set up. This is a Pre and Post event volunteer opportunity and will require strong backs and stable knees.
Post Event Crew
Immediately following the conclusion of CFR at 6 pm on Sunday, November 4, assist Westerner Park Staff with the conversion for the next major event. This will include teardowns, chair and table removals and disassembly of room set-ups. This is an exciting opportunity to see and participate in what happens behind the scenes between major events.
PLEASE NOTE: All Westerner Park volunteers are required to provide a current Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check.
Any questions regarding volunteer with Westerner Park can be directed to volunteer@westernerpark.ca