OrigamiUSA is planning an online Convention for June 25 - 28, 2021 with the opportunity for many people to teach. To handle a large number of online classes, we will need 3 volunteers to cover each class (in addition to the teacher). The roles we are searching for are:
- Tech Manager
- Q&A Manager (previously referred to as Chat Manager)
- Moderator
You can be a Teacher at the Online Convention and also volunteer for one of these roles.
Requirements for All Positions
- A laptop or desktop computer (a mobile device like a tablet or phone will not have all the functionality needed).
- Reliable internet access capable of handling video.
- A phone or other device to send/receive texts during the event.
- A willingness to learn and adapt to new technology.
- Responsive to emails (within 24 hours).
- Good communication skills and ability to give good customer service.
- Able to keep calm under pressure.
- Positive attitude.
Tech Manager Responsibilities
Additional requirement for this role: Experience with Zoom functionality, including troubleshooting. You do not need to be a paperfolder to serve in this role.
Before the convention: Participate in Tech Manager training sessions and rehearsals.
During the class:
- Arrive early and confirm set-up with teacher for camera, microphone, folding surface and lighting.
- Control spotlighting.
- Start and stop recordings.
- Troubleshoot issues.
Q&A Manager Responsibilities
This role must be held by a paperfolder.
Before the convention:
- Participate in Q&A Manager training sessions.
During the class:
- Answer questions by typing into the Q&A section of the Zoom webinar meeting.
- Identify questions that the moderator can answer live.
- Create and manage Polls (e.g. Are we ready to move to the next step?)
- Provide encouragement to attendees.
- Ensure that attendees are adhering to our Online Code of Conduct.
Moderator Responsibilities
This role must be held by a paperfolder.
Before the convention:
- Participate in Moderator training sessions and setup rehearsals.
During the class:
- Introduce the Teacher and yourself. You will have your camera on for this part and be included in the recording.
- Keep an eye on the Q&A to decide which questions to answer live.
- Communicate with the Teacher during the class to ask questions and requests for repeats. (Your microphone will be on and your voice recorded.)
- Fold the model during the class to help the teacher know when they are going too fast (or slow).
- Ask the Q&A Manager to put up a Poll if needed.
- Communicate with Q&A manager & Tech manager (via text) as needed.