Become a
Volunteer
Join the Melbourne BandWorks Family of Volunteers
Join the Melbourne BandWorks volunteer team and share in the pride of supporting one of Central Florida's premier community musical organizations. Your contribution of time and skills will help keep the music alive for our local community for generations to come.
NO AGE LIMIT
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FLEXIBLE SCHEDULES
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FAMILY FRIENDLY
WAYS TO HELP
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Melbourne BandWorks (officially registered as MMB) has relied on the dedication of volunteers for decades to ensure that all aspects of our concerts, educational outreach, and community events run smoothly. The Melbourne BandWorks volunteer network offers a broad spectrum of roles and activities that members may participate in depending on their skills and areas of interest.
Volunteers may choose to assist with guest relations at our performances, distribute program booklets, help manage our music libraries, support special fundraising events, assist patrons at the concert venues, or help behind the scenes as our ensembles prepare to take the stage.
Front of House & Hospitality Volunteers
If you would like to be a part of Melbourne BandWorks’ remarkable music scene, but playing an instrument is not your thing, join the team that works with the band and behind the scenes to provide a totally exciting experience for our audience. We serve as the ambassadors for the band by greeting guests, running raffles, operating the snack bar at dances, decorating venues, selling tickets, and organizing exhibits or social events.
Dedicated entirely to greeting patrons at the doors, answering simple questions (such as restroom locations or door times), and providing a warm first impression before they reach the main lobby tables.
Concert Hosts / Greeters.
Volunteers who can handle simple decorations or flower arrangements for Goode Hall, community dances, special themed concerts, and holiday events.
Floral Arrangers / Hall Decorators.
Works with the Volunteer Coordinator to manage volunteer schedules and manage front-of-house concert operations. Responsibilities include contacting volunteers, supervising lobby setups, overseeing raffle and ticket sales, and stepping in as leadership when the Volunteer Coordinator is unavailable.
Assistant Volunteer Coordinator.
Operations & Production
Captures high-quality images of live musical ensembles, audience engagement, volunteer dynamics, and special events. These visual assets will be used directly for marketing materials, programs, and social media promotion.
Volunteer Photographer.
Assists the setup crew leader once per month with configuring the stage at the Melbourne Auditorium. Individuals must be capable of lifting up 50 lbs to a height of 4 feet.
Concert Stage Setup Labor (roadie).
Recurring maintenance and minor repairs such as replacing light bulbs and filters, and touch-up painting.
Facilities Maintenance Assistant.
Assistant must have knowledge of Florida Native Plants. Assistant performs gardening duties of weeding, planting, pruning and cleanup of approximately 100 feet by 100 feet garden plus plantings surrounding the rehearsal halls.
Gardening Assistant.
Assist with the filing of musical charts for concerts. No experience is necessary, and you are not required to read musical charts.
Library Assistant.
Administration & Marketing
Partners directly with CommuniKate Design & Marketing to track promotional materials and ensure all project deadlines are met.
Marketing Committee Coordinator.
Provides light digital support by capturing personal, behind-the-scenes moments during rehearsals to bring our musicians closer to our audience. This quick, low-pressure role requires posting content just one to two times per week on our social media to showcase the heart and personality of our band family..
Social Media assistant.
Assist with materials and meetings to solicit donations from corporations.
Corporate Sponsorship Coordinator assistant.
Regularly call and visit activity directors of senior communities to promote our free concerts, our dances and paid ensembles, and learn more about what their residents are looking for in music experiences.
Senior Communities Outreach Coordinator.
WHO CAN VOLUNTEER
Everyone Is Welcome
We love giving everyone a chance to support Melbourne BandWorks and our community. We’re grateful for any time you can give.
No age limit. Great for students earning community service hours.
Regulars and occasional helpers. We need people who can commit, and we’re flexible with your schedule.
Just one concert? Stop by the lobby and see if we need a hand.
Family friendly and welcoming to all.
Getting there: Volunteers need their own transportation. Some roles involve stairs or lifting, so just let us know what works for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Lend a Hand?
Fill out the form below and we will reach back out to you about open opportunities.
Questions? Give us a call 321-724-0555.