Volunteer with us
Global Black Pride is recruiting volunteers across two tracks: Leadership & Strategic Roles and Event Week Volunteer Roles (Paris Required). Whether you’re leading a workstream, supporting production, or helping deliver an unforgettable experience on the ground in Paris, we’d love to hear from you.
📍 Paris, France | 🎶 September 12–13, 2026
HOW TO APPLY
We are using one bilingual (English/French) application form. Choose one track:
Leadership & Strategic Roles
Event Week Volunteer Roles (Paris Required)
You’ll be asked to confirm availability, relevant experience, and language fluency where required.
Track 1: Leadership & Strategic Roles
These roles support planning, coordination, and execution across the Global Black Pride program. You will select your engagement model:
Engagement Model Options
- Executive (In-Person) – Senior operational leadership, in-person in Paris
- Hybrid – Mix of remote planning + in-person support as needed
- Virtual – Fully remote support roles
Executive Roles (In-Person)
Paris Required
Stage & Production Lead
Own show flow, stage management, run-of-show coordination, production timelines, and on-site execution with key stakeholders.
Artist Relations Lead
Lead artist communications, scheduling, green room protocols, arrivals/departures, and day-of needs in close coordination with production.
Pride March Operations Lead
Coordinate march logistics, route execution support, marshals, timing, and coordination with local partners and authorities.
French Required
Security & Crowd Flow Lead
Support safety planning, crowd movement, entry/exit coordination, and on-site incident escalation protocols.
French Required
Registration & Guest Experience Lead
Lead check-in systems, guest support, information flow, and on-site troubleshooting across venues.
French Required
Accessibility & Inclusion Lead
Ensure accessibility planning is implemented (mobility, sensory needs, language access) and deliver a respectful, inclusive attendee experience.
Ball Production Lead
Lead the ball's operational planning, backstage flow, categories timing, MC/DJ coordination, and house/performer logistics.
Hybrid Roles (Remote + In-Person)
Volunteer Operations Lead
Coordinate volunteer scheduling, role assignments, shift coverage, training materials, and day-of accountability across teams.
Delegations & Protocol Lead
Support visiting delegations, official guests, and protocol needs; coordinate schedules and communications.
French Required
VIP & Diplomatic Affairs Lead
Manage VIP and diplomatic guest coordination, access protocols, and venue flow with discretion and professionalism.
French Required
Security & Crowd Flow Lead
Support logistics planning for key guests and internal teams (arrival guidance, hotel coordination support, transport notes).
Media & Press Relations Lead
Coordinate press workflow, media check-in, interview scheduling support, talking points distribution, and on-site media facilitation
Partnerships & Sponsor Activation Lead
Support sponsor deliverables, on-site activations, signage visibility, partner check-ins, and sponsor satisfaction.
Global Black Queer Assembly Lead
Coordinate assembly program flow, speaker logistics support, room operations, and participant experience.
Community Care Lead
Support community-centered care practices, volunteer wellbeing check-ins, harm reduction alignment, and escalation pathways.
Scholarship Program Lead
Coordinate scholarship communications, participant support, attendance tracking, and helpful guidance for scholarship recipients.
Artist Hospitality Coordinator
Support artist care: call times, meals, green room needs, and coordination between artist relations and production.
Virtual Roles (Fully Remote)
Social Media Engagement Coordinator
Engage audiences in real time, support comment moderation, community replies, and amplification of official posts.
Digital Content Strategist
Support content planning, posting schedules, and story/highlight structure aligned with Global Black Pride messaging
Graphic Design Associate
Create and adapt social assets (IG posts/stories), clean layouts, and branded templates as needed.
Sponsorship Research Associate
Support sponsor prospect research, background briefs, and lead list development aligned with partnership strategy.
Community Partnerships Coordinator
Support outreach to community organizations, coalition mapping, and partner coordination.
French Preferred
Artist Booking Assistant
Support outreach tracking, scheduling, follow-ups, and coordination documentation for artist booking processes.
Accreditation & Credentials Officer
Support badge/credential tracking, categories, approval workflow support, and day-of credential support.
Influencer & Creator Liaison
Coordinate creator onboarding, briefs, access info, and content coordination with influencers and digital partners.
International Travel Coordinator
Support travel guidance and coordination notes for international participants.
Volunteer Recruitment Ambassador
Support volunteer outreach, recruitment promotion, referrals, and community-based volunteer engagement.
Track 2: Event Week Volunteer Roles
These roles are for people based in Paris or able to travel to Paris during event week. You will confirm your availability and language fluency in the application.
Registration Assistant
Support check-in, attendee guidance, badge distribution, and front-of-house support.
French Required
VIP & Guest Services Ambassador
Support VIP entry flow, guest support, and on-site assistance with discretion.
French Required
Stage Assistant
Support stage team with timekeeping, cue support, backstage coordination, and basic production tasks.
Artist Escort
Support artist movement between arrival points, green room, stage call times, and schedule adherence.
Pride March Marshal
Support crowd guidance, march line organization, directions, and on-route coordination.
French Required
Crowd Flow Ambassador
Support venue entry/exit flow, lines, navigation, and attendee direction.
French Required
Media Desk Assistant
Support press check-in, interview coordination, media guidance, and day-of logistics.
French Required
Ball Operations Assistant
Support backstage flow, category timing, line coordination, and operations support for the ball.
Merchandise Assistant
Support merch table operations, inventory tracking, sales flow support, and guest assistance.
French Required
Conference Room Monitor
Support room transitions, timing support, seating flow, and speaker support needs during sessions.
Wellness & Hydration Support
Support hydration stations, wellness check-ins, and attendee support pathways.
French Required
Accessibility Support Volunteer
Support accessibility logistics and attendee assistance (mobility support, seating assistance, guidance).
French Required
APPLICATION
What You'll Submit
Leadership & Strategic Roles
-Engagement model selection (Executive In-Person / Hybrid / Virtual)
-Relevant experience (max 500 words)
-Language fluency confirmation where applicable
-Paris availability where applicable
-One professional reference
Event Week Volunteer Roles
-Basic contact information
-Languages spoken + fluency level
-Confirmation you are Paris-based or can -be in Paris during event week
-Brief note on relevant experience
Important Commitment Disclaimer
Submitting an application does not guarantee selection. Selection for a role does not guarantee travel or accommodation support. Any travel or lodging support (if available) will be communicated directly on a case-by-case basis, depending on program needs and available funding.
Questions?
If you’re unsure which role fits best, apply anyway and select the closest match—our team may follow up if another role aligns better.