Open Staff Positions at Eurofurence

Art Show – Animated Arts Lead

In 2024, we introduced the Digital Showroom—a first for art shows within the furry fandom. This project enables us to showcase and support artists working in animation, video games, and virtual reality. As the project gains traction, we are looking for a track lead to maintain and develop it further.

We will provide mentoring and guidance for processes and programs.

Who are we?

We are the Eurofurence Art Show — the largest Art Show at Furry conventions in the world and the most innovative one as well. We provide a space for the artistic community of the Furry fandom to showcase their craftsmanship and talent, whether through traditional analog media or new frontiers in the digital realm.

We connect customers with artists and handle sales. We also offer a platform for fresh ideas and support the exchange of knowledge. Our goal is make browsing art an inspiring and enchanting experience, hosting events that allow guests to encounter art from new perspectives

Our team is made up of creative, project-driven people who love turning ideas into reality. Mutual support and openness to new ideas are at the heart of what we do. By joining the Art Show team, you can discover a unique and immersive side of Eurofurence — helping to bring the convention to life while becoming an essential part of it.

We will provide mentoring and guidance for processes and programs.

Your Job

You will evolve the current setup into a significant part of the Art Show within the artistic community. You will envision its future potential and break it down into manageable tasks. Connecting with artists and gathering compelling content will be key, as you curate the media to showcase the latest and most exciting developments in animated media within the fandom.

Your profile

• Language skills: being fluent enough in English to communicate with guests and the team. Being fluent in German is a plus.
• Reliability: you can be trusted to keep up with deadlines and schedules. Working in this role means holding a position of real responsibility, where mistakes need to be addressed and resolved immediately.
• Personality: Energetic and project driven. Structured and communicative.
• Time requirements: Depends on the Art Show projects you take care of. Estimated time fluctuates week to week. The closer EF comes, the more time is usually required. The basics for keeping up are:
  • Past EF until April: Approx 1 hour each week
  • April to June: 2 hours each week
  • July until EF: 5-10 hours/week (task dependent)
• Software skills: We use a lot of web based tools to organize ourselves, such as Cloud-Services, Task Boards and Wikis. For the basic participation, no programming skills are needed but welcome.
• Social skills: Being polite and calm even in challenging situations is key to acting professionally.
• Stress resilience: medium. The closer Eurofurence gets, the more demanding work becomes. Issues need to be resolved and problems taken care of. That sometimes requires unscheduled work so deadlines can be met.
• Basic legal understanding: Willing to understand and respect European copyright and privacy laws.
• Communication: The Art Show team meets monthly during the winter. From April onward, bi-weekly online meetings are held to keep everyone synchronized with ongoing projects. The team is highly active, and response times are consistently short.
• Answer turn-around time: Off-season: 1-3 days at worst. 3 months until EF: daily.

Your responsibility as team member

• You show initiative and take care of tasks that become available in your field of expertise.
• You work hand in hand with the rest of the team and keep the team up to date about the progress.
• You maintain usable documentation for your task.
• Get in touch with other staff if you need help. You ask for help when you run into problems.
• You understand that communication is key and that deadlines must be met.

Interested? Got questions? Reach out to us by writing a mail to artshow@eurofurence.org or contact @riffuchs on Telegram.

We get back to you swiftly.

Art Show – Further Career Options

Software Support (Programming, Maintenance)

The Art Show relies on a variety of small software tools, ranging from console-based scripts that handle data extraction to web applications that simplify data management and even embedded devices for signage and visitor information. We are looking for a software-savvy individual who can maintain and develop these tools to help us work more efficiently and effectively.

Documentation Maintainer

They say tidiness is half the battle—and that holds true for documentation as well. While the Art Show maintains an extensive collection of documents, sometimes details slip through in the rush to meet deadlines. We need someone to oversee our documentation projects, ensuring nothing gets lost or overlooked.

Tech Liaison

The Art Show is a vital part of the Eurofurence universe. Many of our events and resources interact closely with other departments. We are seeking a tech all-rounder, especially with stage-technology expertise, to coordinate our projects and communications with the stage team.

Manager

The Art Show runs many diverse projects, some of which seem to fit everywhere and nowhere at the same time. What we need is a sharp mind to organize these efforts, give them structure, and turn ideas into fully realized parts of the Art Show. We’re looking for a creative project manager to guide these ventures to success.

Who are we?

We are the Eurofurence Art Show — the largest Art Show at Furry conventions in the world and the most innovative one as well. We provide a space for the artistic community of the Furry fandom to showcase their craftsmanship and talent, whether through traditional analog media or new frontiers in the digital realm.

We connect customers with artists and handle sales. We also offer a platform for fresh ideas and support the exchange of knowledge. Our goal is make browsing art an inspiring and enchanting experience, hosting events that allow guests to encounter art from new perspectives

Our team is made up of creative, project-driven people who love turning ideas into reality. Mutual support and openness to new ideas are at the heart of what we do. By joining the Art Show team, you can discover a unique and immersive side of Eurofurence — helping to bring the convention to life while becoming an essential part of it.

Your Job

Our general staff handle a wide range of tasks, both behind the scenes and on the ground. Some are more conceptual—like planning and making sure each event has everything it needs—while others are hands-on, such as setting up the Art Show or preparing equipment. On top of that, the team is always there for artists and guests, ready to help out with questions or any problems that come up.

Your profile

• Language skills: being fluent enough in English to communicate with guests and the team. Being fluent in German is a plus.
• Reliability: you can be trusted to keep up with deadlines and schedules. Working in this role means holding a position of real responsibility, where mistakes need to be addressed and resolved immediately.
• Personality: Energetic and project driven. Structured and communicative.
• Time requirements: Depends on the Art Show projects you take care of. Estimated time fluctuates week to week. The closer EF comes, the more time is usually required. The basics for keeping up are:
  • Past EF until April: Approx 1 hour each week
  • April to June: 2 hours each week
  • July until EF: 2-5 hours/week (task dependent)
• Software skills: We use a lot of web based tools to organize ourselves, such as Cloud-Services, Task Boards and Wikis. For the basic participation, no programming skills are needed but welcome.
• Social skills: Being polite and calm even in challenging situations is key to acting professionally.
• Stress resilience: low to medium. The closer Eurofurence gets, the more demanding work becomes. Issues need to be resolved and problems taken care of. That sometimes requires unscheduled work so deadlines can be met.
• Basic legal understanding: Willing to understand and respect European copyright and privacy laws.
• Communication: The Art Show team meets monthly during the winter. From April onward, bi-weekly online meetings are held to keep everyone synchronized with ongoing projects. The team is highly active, and response times are consistently short.
• Answer turn-around time: Off-season: 1-3 days at worst. 3 months until EF: daily.

Your responsibility as team member

• You show initiative and take care of tasks that become available in your field of expertise.
• You work hand in hand with the rest of the team and keep the team up to date about the progress.
• You maintain usable documentation for your task.
• Get in touch with other staff if you need help. You ask for help when you run into problems.
• You understand that communication is key and that deadlines must be met.

Interested? Got questions? Reach out to us by writing a mail to artshow@eurofurence.org or contact @riffuchs on Telegram.

We get back to you swiftly.

Art Show – General Staff

Make Eurofurence happen and be a part of Eurofurence.

We’re always excited to welcome multi-talented people to our team, but we also make sure everyone can shine in their individual field of expertise. Our Art Show team works in smaller sub-groups, where each member takes on the tasks they love and contributes in the way that suits them best.

We will provide mentoring and guidance for processes and programs.

General staff is the gateway to grow into specialized positions.

Who are we?

We are the Eurofurence Art Show — the largest Art Show at Furry conventions in the world and the most innovative one as well. We provide a space for the artistic community of the Furry fandom to showcase their craftsmanship and talent, whether through traditional analog media or new frontiers in the digital realm.

We connect customers with artists and handle sales. We also offer a platform for fresh ideas and support the exchange of knowledge. Our goal is make browsing art an inspiring and enchanting experience, hosting events that allow guests to encounter art from new perspectives

Our team is made up of creative, project-driven people who love turning ideas into reality. Mutual support and openness to new ideas are at the heart of what we do. By joining the Art Show team, you can discover a unique and immersive side of Eurofurence — helping to bring the convention to life while becoming an essential part of it.

Your Job

Our general staff handle a wide range of tasks, both behind the scenes and on the ground. Some are more conceptual—like planning and making sure each event has everything it needs—while others are hands-on, such as setting up the Art Show or preparing equipment. On top of that, the team is always there for artists and guests, ready to help out with questions or any problems that come up.

Your profile

• Language skills: being fluent enough in English to communicate with guests and the team. Being fluent in German is a plus.
• Reliability: you can be trusted to keep up with deadlines and schedules. Working in this role means holding a position of real responsibility, where mistakes need to be addressed and resolved immediately.
• Personality: Energetic and project driven. Structured and communicative.
• Time requirements: Depends on the Art Show projects you take care of. Estimated time fluctuates week to week. The closer EF comes, the more time is usually required. The basics for keeping up are:
  • Past EF until April: Approx 1 hour each week
  • April to June: 2 hours each week
  • July until EF: 2-5 hours/week (task dependent)
• Software skills: We use a lot of web based tools to organize ourselves, such as Cloud-Services, Task Boards and Wikis. For the basic participation, no programming skills are needed but welcome.
• Social skills: Being polite and calm even in challenging situations is key to acting professionally. 
• Stress resilience: medium. The closer Eurofurence gets, the more demanding work becomes. Issues need to be resolved and problems taken care of. That sometimes requires unscheduled work so deadlines can be met.
• Basic legal understanding: Willing to understand and respect European copyright and privacy laws.
• Communication: The Art Show team meets monthly during the winter. From April onward, bi-weekly online meetings are held to keep everyone synchronized with ongoing projects. The team is highly active, and response times are consistently short.
• Answer turn-around time: Off-season: 1-3 days at worst. 3 months until EF: daily.

Your responsibility as team member

• You show initiative and take care of tasks that become available in your field of expertise.
• You work hand in hand with the rest of the team and keep the team up to date about the progress.
• You maintain usable documentation for your task.
• Get in touch with other staff if you need help. You ask for help when you run into problems.
• You understand that communication is key and that deadlines must be met.

Interested? Got questions? Reach out to us by writing a mail to artshow@eurofurence.org or contact @riffuchs on Telegram.

We get back to you swiftly.

Art Show – Software Engineer / Product Owner

The Art Show program and database currently in use have been developed many years ago and require a thorough revamp. The following goals will determine the future code base:

Reworked art administration: User, artist, and agent roles as well as exhibit data shall be reviewed and extended.

Panel assignment integration: Functionalities currently performed outside of the Art Show program in spreadsheets and text documents need to be integrated with the Art Show program for ease of access.

Panel placement: The placement of artists’ panels within the show layout (and the layout itself) should be editable in the Art Show program.

Payment: The Art Show aims to transition from cash-only payments to a fully digital payment system between customers and artists.

A complete project documentation is available, and a team of programmers is ready to assist. We are looking for a product owner to coordinate the development of the new Art Show Management tool. Bringing your own programming team to collaborate is also an option.

Who are we?

We are the Eurofurence Art Show — the largest Art Show at Furry conventions in the world and the most innovative one as well. We provide a space for the artistic community of the Furry fandom to showcase their craftsmanship and talent, whether through traditional analog media or new frontiers in the digital realm.

We connect customers with artists and handle sales. We also offer a platform for fresh ideas and support the exchange of knowledge. Our goal is make browsing art an inspiring and enchanting experience, hosting events that allow guests to encounter art from new perspectives

Our team is made up of creative, project-driven people who love turning ideas into reality. Mutual support and openness to new ideas are at the heart of what we do. By joining the Art Show team, you can discover a unique and immersive side of Eurofurence — helping to bring the convention to life while becoming an essential part of it.

We will provide mentoring and guidance for processes and programs.

Your Job

You will manage the software team for this project by assigning tasks and ensuring they are completed as agreed. You will run frequent feedback sessions with the Art Show team and incorporate the feedback into the development process. Maintaining and updating the project documentation will also be your responsibility.

Your profile

• Language skills: being fluent enough in English to communicate with guests and the team. Being fluent in German is a plus.
• Reliability: you can be trusted to keep up with deadlines and schedules. Working in this role means holding a position of real responsibility, where mistakes need to be addressed and resolved immediately.
• Personality: Energetic and project driven. Structured and communicative.
• Software skills: We use a lot of web based tools to organize ourselves, such as Cloud-Services, Task Boards and Wikis. For the basic participation, no programming skills are needed but welcome.
• Social skills: Being polite and calm even in challenging situations is key to acting professionally.
• Stress resilience: medium. The closer Eurofurence gets, the more demanding work becomes. Issues need to be resolved and problems taken care of. That sometimes requires unscheduled work so deadlines can be met.
• Basic legal understanding: Willing to understand and respect European copyright and privacy laws.
• Communication: The Art Show team meets monthly during the winter. From April onward, bi-weekly online meetings are held to keep everyone synchronized with ongoing projects. The team is highly active, and response times are consistently short.
• Answer turn-around time: Off-season: 1-3 days at worst. 3 months until EF: daily.

Your responsibility as team member

• You work hand in hand with the rest of the team and keep the team up to date about the progress.
• You maintain usable documentation for your task.
• Get in touch with other staff if you need help. You ask for help when you run into problems.
• You understand that communication is key and that deadlines must be met.

Interested? Got questions? Reach out to us by writing a mail to artshow@eurofurence.org or contact @riffuchs on Telegram.

We get back to you swiftly.

Art Show – Track Lead / Event Lead

The Art Show hosts a wide variety of events designed to create diverse experiences for attendees. In addition to annual highlights like the Vernissage and Life Drawing Session, we aim to organize events that align with each year’s Eurofurence theme. We are looking for creative individuals to envision and plan unique events or oversee an entire event track or day.

Who are we?

We are the Eurofurence Art Show — the largest Art Show at Furry conventions in the world and the most innovative one as well. We provide a space for the artistic community of the Furry fandom to showcase their craftsmanship and talent, whether through traditional analog media or new frontiers in the digital realm.

We connect customers with artists and handle sales. We also offer a platform for fresh ideas and support the exchange of knowledge. Our goal is make browsing art an inspiring and enchanting experience, hosting events that allow guests to encounter art from new perspectives

Our team is made up of creative, project-driven people who love turning ideas into reality. Mutual support and openness to new ideas are at the heart of what we do. By joining the Art Show team, you can discover a unique and immersive side of Eurofurence — helping to bring the convention to life while becoming an essential part of it.

We will provide mentoring and guidance for processes and programs.

Your Job

You bring ideas to life by developing concepts and preparing budget requests. You oversee the entire project, create documentation, and compile detailed task lists. You coordinate with other departments as needed, request necessary resources, direct and instruct team members, and allocate critter to ensure smooth execution.

Your profile

• Language skills: being fluent enough in English to communicate with guests and the team. Being fluent in German is a plus.
• Reliability: you can be trusted to keep up with deadlines and schedules. Working in this role means holding a position of real responsibility, where mistakes need to be addressed and resolved immediately.
• Personality: Energetic and project driven. Structured and communicative.
• Time requirements: Depends on the Art Show projects you take care of. Estimated time fluctuates week to week. The closer EF comes, the more time is usually required. The basics for keeping up are:
  • Past EF until April: Approx 1 hour each week
  • April to June: 2 hours each week
  • July until EF: 5-10 hours/week (task dependent)
• Software skills: We use a lot of web based tools to organize ourselves, such as Cloud-Services, Task Boards and Wikis. For the basic participation, no programming skills are needed but welcome.
• Social skills: Being polite and calm even in challenging situations is key to acting professionally.
• Stress resilience: medium. The closer Eurofurence gets, the more demanding work becomes. Issues need to be resolved and problems taken care of. That sometimes requires unscheduled work so deadlines can be met.
• Basic legal understanding: Willing to understand and respect European copyright and privacy laws.
• Communication: The Art Show team meets monthly during the winter. From April onward, bi-weekly online meetings are held to keep everyone synchronized with ongoing projects. The team is highly active, and response times are consistently short.
• Answer turn-around time: Off-season: 1-3 days at worst. 3 months until EF: daily.

Your responsibility as team member

• You show initiative and take care of tasks that become available in your field of expertise.
• You work hand in hand with the rest of the team and keep the team up to date about the progress.
• You maintain usable documentation for your task.
• Get in touch with other staff if you need help. You ask for help when you run into problems.
• You understand that communication is key and that deadlines must be met.

Interested? Got questions? Reach out to us by writing a mail to artshow@eurofurence.org or contact @riffuchs on Telegram.

We get back to you swiftly.

ConOps – Front Office

At the Front Office, you will be in direct contact with our guests, answering all kind of questions about the convention and the hotel, operating lost and found and much more. The front office is in the ConOps office and is open during the convention from Wednesday to Saturday 10 AM to 10 PM. You can expect a daily shift of about 2-4 Hours.

Being fluent in English is mandatory for this position, as you will be dealing with people from a lot of different nationalities.

Are you interested in joining Con Operations? Please visit us during the convention in our Office. You will find the location on the map in the Conbook.

ConOps – Locker Service

At the locker service, you will be in direct contact with our guest. You will be taking care of personal belongings which aren’t allowed in the art show or in the dealers´ den.
The locker service is located at the entrance of the convention center and is open during the convention from Thursday to Saturday from 11:15 AM to 20:45 PM. You can expect a daily shift of about 1-2 Hours.

Fluency in English is mandatory for this position, as is a strong sense of order. You will be expected to keep things organized!

Are you interested in joining Con Operations? Please visit us during the convention in our Office. You will find the location on the map in the Conbook.

ConOps – Room Management

Room management takes care of all panels held in the conference rooms of the hotel. The diversity of events taking place makes it necessary to maintain a lot of different materials, ranging from projectors to PA-systems but also simpler things like office materials. Working hours of this department start daily before the first event and end after the last one. You can expect multiple short shifts of about 20-40 minutes every day between events.

Fluency in English is mandatory for this position, and you need to be reliable and are expected to be on time.

Are you interested in joining Con Operations? Please visit us during the convention in our Office. You will find the location on the map in the Conbook.

ConOps – Setup Crew

A lot of stuff needs to be taken care of before the first guest even arrives at the hotel, and after everybody goes home a lot of stuff needs to broke down. The setup crew takes care of everything that needs to be done to make the convention great! Helping building up decorations, furniture, unloading of our trucks and much more. Your duty starts on the early early arrival day (Monday) until Wednesday morning and again from Sunday to Monday. You will be helping all over the convention and you can expect a heavy workload during this time, but you will be free during all normal convention days.

You need to be at the convention from Monday morning until Monday evening 7 days later. Be ready to move very heavy equipment! Safety boots and gloves are recommended!

Are you interested in joining Con Operations? Please visit us during the convention in our Office. You will find the location on the map in the Conbook.

Convention Store – Shop Assistant (Dealers' Den)

The Convention Store in the Dealers’ Den is responsible for providing people with the current (and past) official t-shirts, as also for handing out the benefit package for sponsors and super sponsors.
This means we’re in contact with a lot of people from all over the world, so English is a must - but being creative when no common language works is also a big plus.

We’re operating during the regular Dealers’ Den opening times, as also during the setup and teardown times for dealers - from Thursday to Saturday. If you think you have some hours to spare in those opening times, please contact me at constore@eurofurence.org or on Telegram, @Vulniir

Critter System (Volunteer System) – Developer

The Eurofurence Critter System, based on the Engelsystem from the Chaos Computer Club, is a critical tool that helps us manage our volunteers and operations effectively. As Europe’s largest furry convention, Eurofurence relies on this system to ensure everything runs smoothly. We are excited to invite a skilled and motivated individual to join our team as a Critter System Developer.

Your Responsibilities

As the Critter System Developer, you will play a vital role in maintaining and enhancing our custom system. You will work closely with the Director of the Critter System department and receive support from the Eurofurence IT department. Your key responsibilities will include:

• System Maintenance: Regularly update and maintain the Critter System to ensure optimal performance.
• Bug Resolution: Address and resolve any bug reports or issues that arise within the system.
• Feature Development: Develop new features and enhancements based on user feedback and requests.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Critter System team and other departments to understand requirements and implement necessary changes.
• Repository Management: Manage and contribute to the system's GitHub repository, ensuring code is clean, well-documented, and up-to-date.
• On-Site Support (Optional): Provide technical support for the Critter System during the convention, if you choose to take on this responsibility.

Your Profile

You should have the following qualifications and qualities:

• Availablity:
  • Able to commit several hours a month throughout the year to maintaining and improving the Critter System.
  • (Optional) Present on-site from early arrival until departure (Con-Day -1 to Con-Day 5)
• Technical Skills: Proficient in PHP and CSS, with experience in managing code repositories on GitHub.
• Problem-Solving: Strong ability to troubleshoot issues and implement solutions independently.
• Experience: Prior experience in programming, with the ability to develop and implement new features autonomously.
• Collaboration: Willingness to work as part of a team and collaborate with other departments to meet the needs of the convention.
• Language Skills: Fluent in written and spoken English.

Nice-to-Haves

While not mandatory, the following skills and qualities would be beneficial:

• Engelsystem Experience: Familiarity with the Engelsystem or similar volunteer management systems.
• Convention Knowledge: Understanding of how furry conventions operate and the role of volunteers on-site.
• On-Site Experience: Previous experience volunteering at a convention, providing insight into the needs and challenges of on-site operations.
• Multilingual: Ability to communicate in German or other languages to assist a diverse group of volunteers.

Why Join Us?

Aside from gaining valuable experience, you will be part of a dedicated team that plays a key role in ensuring the success of Eurofurence.As a full staff member, you’ll enjoy all on-site benefits, and you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the convention. We do this work for the community and the joy of creating the best possible experience for everyone.

How to Apply

Are you interested in joining the EF Critter System team and becoming a member of the dev team? Please contact @Pattarchus on Telegram or send an email to Pattarchus, and he will get back to you shortly. The Eurofurence team is looking forward to hearing from you!

Join us and be part of making Eurofurence an unforgettable experience for all attendees!

Critter System (Volunteer System) – Info Desk Staff

The Eurofurence Critter System is the backbone of our volunteer management, ensuring that the convention runs smoothly by coordinating shifts and tasks for our dedicated volunteers. As Europe’s largest furry convention, Eurofurence relies on this system to match volunteers with the areas that need their help the most. We are looking for enthusiastic and organized individuals to join our team as Critter System Info Desk Staff.

Your Responsibilities

As Critter System Info Desk Staff, you will play a crucial role in managing the volunteer experience during the convention. Your main duties will include:

• Volunteer Assistance: Help volunteers sign up for shifts using the Critter System, ensuring they understand how to navigate the system and select appropriate shifts.
• Department Support: Assist various Eurofurence departments in creating, maintaining, and adjusting their shifts as needed.
• On-Site Guidance: Provide on-site guidance to volunteers, directing them to areas that urgently need help and ensuring they know where to go and what to do.
• Management Systems: Manage the Dealers' Den Management System for online dealer applications, assistant management, and on-site floor management.
• Answering Questions: Serve as the go-to person for volunteers with questions about shifts, duties, or the Critter System itself, providing clear and helpful information.
• Coordination with Other Departments: Monitor the Critter System to identify and fill critical gaps in volunteer coverage, ensuring all shifts are adequately staffed.
• Shift Management: Efficiently manage the budget allocated for the Dealers' Den, ensuring all expenses are tracked and within limits.
• General Support: Assist with other volunteer management tasks as needed, ensuring the smooth operation of the convention’s volunteer workforce.

Your Profile

You should have the following qualifications and qualities:

• Availablity:
  • Able to commit several hours a month throughout the year.
  • 20 hours on-site during Eurofurence
  • Present on-site from early arrival until departure (Con-Day -1 to Con-Day 5)
• Communication Skills: Excellent communicator who is patient, approachable, and able to explain processes clearly to volunteers.
• Problem-Solving: Quick thinker who can handle last-minute changes and direct volunteers to where they are most needed.
• Customer Service: A friendly and helpful demeanor, with a focus on providing great support to volunteers and departments.
• Language Skills: Fluent in written and spoken English.

Nice-to-Haves

While not mandatory, the following skills and qualities would be beneficial:

• Tech-Savvy: Comfortable using online systems and tools, with a basic understanding of how to manage shifts within a volunteer management system.
• Convention Experience: Previous experience volunteering at or working for a convention, with an understanding of the flow and needs of such events.
• Multilingual: Ability to communicate in German or other languages to assist a diverse group of volunteers.

Why Join Us?

Aside from gaining valuable experience, you will be part of a dedicated team that plays a key role in ensuring the success of Eurofurence. As a full staff member, you’ll enjoy all on-site benefits, and you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the convention. We do this work for the community and the joy of creating the best possible experience for everyone.

How to Apply

Are you interested in joining the EF Critter System team and becoming one of the Info Desk Staff? Please contact @Pattarchus on Telegram or send an email to Pattarchus, and he will get back to you shortly. The Eurofurence team is looking forward to hearing from you!

Join us and be part of making Eurofurence an unforgettable experience for all attendees!

Dance Competitions – Motion Graphics Designer

For the two shows our team produces (Enter the Arena and Paws on Fire) we are looking for a Motion Graphics Designer!

During our shows, we have the availability to use the television-screens on stage and the live-stream to enrich the experience for the viewers and the dancers, by generating additional eye-candy animations!

Working with animation programs like Premiere Pro, After Effects or alternatives, to design and produce short animations which the backstage team will play on site.

Together with the producers of this team, you can work out a themed design. Inspired by almost 40+- dancers, we can together work out the motion graphics designs we want during the shows like logo loops, name and title bars, moving pictures, Start The Dance effects and end of the show extravaganza!

The second team you’ll be talking lots with is the backstage team, to see what’s possible and make a script for the animations.

You’ll be part of a fun team of Eurofurence, who’s sole focus is to produce two dance contests. Most of this particular job is worked on the months before packing your bags for the con, during the con you can sit with the backstage team during the two shows to see your work used for the entire crowd.

For applying for the job, please contact @Wolvinny over at telegram.

Dealers’ Den – On-Site Assistant

Our team specializes in creating a welcoming atmosphere for all artists, dealers and their helpers. We enable dealers to focus on what is most important to them: fulfilling even the most unique requests and wide ranging needs of their clients.

We are the ones

• planning, building and preparing the Dealers’ Den, AD Dealers’ Den and the Artist Alley,
• providing services to artists, dealers and their helpers and
• responding to their requests within the facilities serviced by us,
• keeping all our serviced areas in a tidy, presentable condition at all times,
• answering questions from our beloved attendees, artists and dealers about the Dealer's Den and all areas affiliated with us.

Being on our team is the perfect way to get immersed in the very heart of action at one of Eurofurence's high-traffic venues. As one of our on-site assistants, you are responsible for assisting the Dealers' Den and all affiliated areas. You have to be familiar with traditional tools such as paper lists as well as digital media, including how to utilize them. You will be trained by us on which products we allow to be displayed on the stands for sale.

• You are sufficiently fluent in English to communicate within our team, the dealers and our attendees. Fluency in German and/or other languages would be a plus.
• You already have knowledge in the field of sales, guest services or have other experience in interacting with customers in a professional manner on site or would like to learn more about this topic.
• You have a sense of how to handle even challenging situations in a calm, de-escalating manner, and always with a smile. In stressful situations, you remain quiet, collected, and professional.

You may have to spend a few extra hours during the convention, as we need to fill all of our time slots with responsible people. We also need someone to help with setup on Wednesday and teardown on Sunday morning and would love to have you join us. It would be a great advantage - but not a requirement - if you booked early arrival (Tuesday) and late departure (Monday).

Following your application, we will have a brief call with you to get to know you a little bit. A personal conversation between you and the team leader will help all sides to make sure we are on the same page with any questions you may have.

Are you interested in joining the Dealer’s Den team and becoming an On-Site Assistant? Please contact @Pattarchus on Telegram and he will get back to you shortly. Thank you for taking the time to read this. The Eurofurence team looks forward to hearing from you!

Dealers' Den – Software Developer

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled volunteer to join our Dealers' Den team as a Software Developer for our Registration and On-Site Management Software. In this role, you will part of a team responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing our Laravel-based system that supports dealer registration, application management, and on-site operations during Eurofurence.

Key Responsibilities

• Software Development: Build and maintain the Dealers' Den Registration & On-Site Management Software using Laravel, ensuring a robust and scalable system.
• Feature Enhancement: Develop new functionalities and optimize existing features to improve the registration process and on-site management capabilities.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Dealers' Den team and the Eurofurence IT departments to integrate feedback and ensure the system meets all operational needs.
• Testing and Debugging: Conduct regular testing and debugging to maintain high system reliability and user satisfaction.
• Documentation: Create and update technical documentation to facilitate smooth handovers and future developments.

Working Conditions

• Remote Work: This role is primarily remote, allowing you to work from your preferred location.
• Flexible Hours: Enjoy flexible working hours with scheduled check-ins and collaborative sessions as needed.
• Convention Period: Be prepared for occasional on-site support or coordination during Eurofurence if required.
• Training & Mentoring: Receive support from experienced team members and guidance on our codebase and processes.

What We Offer

• A Eurofurence Staff Position with the Dealers' Den team
• Hands-on experience with a live Laravel application that plays a central role in one of Europe's largest furry conventions.
• An open-minded and creative team that welcomes new ideas and innovative solutions
• The opportunity to see your work directly impact the smooth operation of the Dealers' Den and the overall convention experience.

Our Tech Stack

Our system follows a consistent setup to ensure maintainability and ease of collaboration:

• Backend: Laravel – we work with the latest PHP version and Laravel features. Training is available if you're coming from another framework.
• Frontend: Integration via Inertia.js and Vue.js for a dynamic and responsive user experience.
• Styling: Tailwind CSS is used for styling our applications.
• Collaboration Tools: We utilize modern version control and project management tools to streamline development.

Skills and Qualifications

• Mandatory Skills:
  • Basic PHP programming experience.
  • Fundamental knowledge of Laravel (or a willingness to learn and adapt to our framework)
  • Basic frontend skills including Vue.js, HTML, and CSS.
• Preferred Skills:
  • Previous experience with registration or management systems.
  • Familiarity with Inertia.js and modern JavaScript frameworks.
  • Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Additional Qualities:
  • A self-organized and responsible work ethic.
  • Excellent communication skills in English.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

How to Apply

Does this sound like a challenge you’re ready to take on? We’d love to talk to you! Please contact @Pattarchus on Telegram or send an email to dealers@eurofurence.org with your application or any questions you might have. We look forward to exploring how you can contribute to making Eurofurence an unforgettable experience!

Fursuit Support – Support Staff

The fursuit support team is the friendly crew in the background, who keeps the growing number of fursuiters alive at Eurofurence each year. We’re the ones

• running the fursuit lounge
• providing dances and panels with blowers and refreshments
• planning fursuit excursions and the parade
• providing service and help with any fursuit related issue

Being part of the fursuit team is one of the best ways to make sure you get to meet all those fluffballs first hand. Currently the team consists of about 25 volunteers.

The main driving force of the team, and a genuine staff position. You have attended EF a few times and know your way around? Maybe you even worked for the convention before and want to keep being awesome to others in general and fursuiters especially? Much like the helper, your job is to keep the lounge running and equipped, keep an open eye for any medical or social emergencies in the lounge, and assist with fursuit events if needed. You will also be running your timeslot shift as “person in charge” either alone or with a helper.

You can also specialise on a certain aspect of duties. Purchase preparations, resource management, construction,..

You may have to dedicate a few more hours during the convention, as we need to fill all timeslots with responsible people. We also need people to help with setup and breakdown on early-day and on dead-dog day, and would love to see you there if any possible.

Fursuit Badge Desk – Staff

At the Fursuit Badge Desk, you’ll be part of the team that makes one of the most beloved Eurofurence traditions possible: the fursuit badge. From handing out badges and explaining the catch-em-all game to attendees, to producing new badges on-site and capturing that magical moment when a fursuiter beams with pride in front of your camera — this role puts you right in the middle of the joy and creativity of the con.

Our desk is located directly in the Fursuit Lounge, so you’ll be at the heart of the action where suiters prepare, cool down, and meet friends. If you love fursuits and want to see them all while helping, this is the team for you!

Your Responsibilities

As Fursuit Badge Desk Staff, you will:

• Badge Issuing: Hand out pre-registered badges to fursuiters and guide them through the process with a smile.
• On-Site Badge Creation: Produce new badges by taking photos, processing them, and printing professional-quality badges.
• Photography: Capture quick but joyful portraits of fursuiters, helping them look their best on their fursuit badge.
• Handling Payments: Collect cash and process payments for on-site badge production.
• Game Support: Be part of the team that supports the popular Catch ’Em All game, where codes printed on fursuit badges can be collected by attendees.
• Problem-Solving: Handle common issues (like lost badges or technical hiccups) and escalate more complex cases to your lead.

Your Profile

We are looking for people who bring:

Availability:

• Able to commit several hours of volunteer time during Eurofurence.
• Present on-site from day 1 through day 5 of the convention.
• People Skills: Friendly, patient, and approachable — someone who can put attendees at ease, even when the line is long.

Communication:

• Fluency in English is required to clearly communicate with attendees.
• Be able to work in a potentially loud environment, with fans running, fursuiters talking and printers roaring.

If you are interested in joining contact @takemurahusky on Telegram!

Guest of Honor – On-Site Team

The Guest of Honor Department is looking for new members for the On-Site Team!

To make sure our Guest of Honors have the best time possible at Eurofurence and attendees enjoying their Panels we need new Team members with the following qualifications:

• Fluent in English
• professional behavior towards the Guests of Honor
• able to 'jump in' on short notice to prep for Panels or anything the GoH needs
• able to troubleshoot Problems that arise during Panels
• represent the Department on stage (Opening and/or Closing ceremony)

The Panels will be mainly hold in the evening/night if possible, so the Team members have to be reachable in those hours.

Other activities regarding the GoH may be hold during the day though. All Availability Times can be planed beforehand.

Interested? Then contact the Department @Nerventee via Telegram!

Logistics – Helper

Join the Logistics Team at Eurofurence!

Do you want to be a key player in making Eurofurence a success? Our Logistics team is the backbone of the convention, ensuring everything is where it needs to be, exactly when it’s needed!

What We Do:

• Gathering Supplies: Collect all necessary consumables from various wholesalers.
• Hardware Pickups: Retrieve essential items from the hardware store.
• Transport: Move equipment between different storage locations and the convention site.
• Order Handling: Manage material orders from various departments.
• Route Planning: Strategize and sort out the most efficient delivery routes.

We ensure that all other departments have what they need to make Eurofurence an unforgettable experience!

Key Work Periods:

• Early Arrival Day: Most of our work happens the day before the convention (Early Arrival Day) and 1-2 days after it ends (Late Departure).

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience: Some background in logistics is recommended.
• Driving Skills: Owning a truck driving license is highly preferred but not mandatory.
• Team Spirit: Willingness to collaborate and take part in meetings weeks before the convention.

Interested in Making Eurofurence Happen? Visit us during the convention at our Post/Logistics Office, or drop us a message at logistics@eurofurence.org.

The Pawpet Show – Artist (2D, 3D, Concept)

The Eurofurence Pawpet Show aims to bring a spectacular puppet show to the stage, allowing the audience to emerge in our worlds and feel for our characters. Bringing our visions to life requires a lot of artwork, both in classic 2D form (traditional and/or digital) as well as 3D form. Creativity knows no limits, and thus we are looking for you!

Depending on what you want to do and what talents you bring, we have different tasks you can help us with:

• 2D Artist
  As a 2D artist you will be able to help create the graphics we use for our backgrounds and set pieces, as well as specific props as required.
• 3D Artist
  As a 3D artist you will be able to help create our animated graphics and scenes for our backgrounds, the intro, and various other media we use for our show.
• Concept Artist
  As a concept artist you will work together with our script writers to create rough concepts that visualize our writers’ visions to help the team as whole to create all needed backgrounds, props set pieces and animations.

These roles aren’t mutually exclusive, of course! If you want to bring 2D animations to the show and create concept art at the same time, for example, we would be very happy to have you!

Skills Required
You do not need any prior theater experience, nor do you need any acting skills!

• Sufficient proficiency in the English language.
• Sufficient artistic skills, especially for non-living objects and scenes.

• German language proficiency.

You can learn everything specific to our show and theater production in general on the job and we’d be happy to share our knowledge with you!

Your Time-Invest Before the Convention
Production of all needed artwork usually starts at around March or April and lasts until July or August. Digital media production lasts until right before the con. As such, plan in enough time to finish what you’d like to take on during this time-frame.

You do not need to take part in our rehearsals, but are still welcomed to, if you want to.

Your Time-Invest at the Convention
Unless you also want to help as a stage hand or in our workshop, none of your time is required at the convention.

Interested? Questions? Just contact us!
Telegram: @Dunkelpfote
E-Mail: pps@eurofurence.org

The Pawpet Show – Production Manager/Assistant

The Eurofurence Pawpet Show aims to bring a spectacular puppet show to the stage, allowing the audience to emerge in our worlds and feel for our characters. Organizing this project is an exciting task and we are looking for help in doing so!

As a Production Manager or Assistant you will be part of a small team responsible for managing, guiding and evolving the overall production process of the Pawpet Show. This includes “classic” managing tasks such as coordination of our teams, time scheduling and project management, but also show-related tasks such as overseeing the rehearsals and backstage management.

With your help, we will be a team of three production managers, so you will not be alone! Depending on how much experience you have, you can either start out in a very active managing role right away or learn on the job as an assistant.

The tasks which we handle as a team are:

• Project Management
• Team Coordination and Internal Communication
• Coordination and Communication with other Eurofurence Departments
• Scheduling
• Personnel Planning
• Stage Management
• Documentation
• Budget Planning
• On-Site Workshop Coordination
• Extracting and overseeing concrete todo items from the show’s script.
• Resource Planning
• Procurement of Materials
• Managing of Outside Contracts (Rehearsal Location, Catering, ...)

Skills required
You do not need any prior theater experience, nor do you need any acting skills.

• Project Managing Skills
• Organizational Skills
• Sufficient proficiency in the English Language
• Ability to travel to our off-site rehearsals (Dortmund, Germany)

• General IT knowledge (“Office”)
• Social Skills
• Active Communication Skills
• German language proficiency

You can learn everything specific to our show and theater production in general on the job and we’d be happy to share our knowledge with you!

Your Time-Invest Before the Convention
Generally, the workload will be lighter at the start of the year and gradually increase until the start of the convention.

• 5 hours/week (January – May)
• 10 hours/week (May – August)
• Full participation in our four off-site rehearsals (about one per month starting in April or May) plus our building weekend (one or two weeks before the convention). Off-site rehearsals and the building weekend are one full weekend each.

Your Time-Invest at the Convention
Starting from Tuesday of the con, around 5 hours per day plus full participation in our dress rehearsal (usually on Thursdays) and live show (usually on Saturdays), optional full participation in our tech rehearsal (usually on Tuesdays).

Interested? Questions? Just contact us!
Telegram: @HakuGinko
E-Mail: pps@eurofurence.org

The Pawpet Show – Puppeteer, Stage Hand

The Eurofurence Pawpet Show aims to bring a spectacular puppet show to the stage, allowing the audience to emerge in our worlds and feel for our characters. Each show is presented by a team of close to 30 people, bringing both puppets and props to life and telling our stories through them. We can always use more helping hands, and thus are looking for you!

Depending on what you want to do and what talents you bring, we have different tasks you can help us with:

• Puppeteer
  As a puppeteer you will be able to play our characters themselves, either extra roles in the background or story driving roles with a speaking role.
• Stage Hand
  As a stage hand, you will play the various props and set pieces our characters interact with and/or help creating these props, set pieces and special effects.

By filling one of these roles, you will be on stage during the scenes and directly help in bringing the story come to life. You won’t be visible (duck your head!), but your work will be.

Skills Required
You do not need any prior theater experience, nor do you need any acting skills! We are happy to help you get into the groove during our rehearsals, but if you bring some experience in these fields we’d be very happy to have you.

• Sufficient proficiency in the English language.
• Ability to move around on a crowded stage.
• Ability to perform in stressful situations.

• German language proficiency.
• Previous (voice) acting skills.

You can learn everything specific to our show and theater production in general on the job and we’d be happy to share our knowledge with you!

Your Time-Invest Before the Convention
Generally, puppeteers and stage hands need to be able to take part in our four rehearsals during the months before Eurofurence takes place. One rehearsal lasts one full weekend and takes place in Dortmund, Germany.

Apart from that, plan in some time for online-calls and to read the script as a way to prepare yourself for your role.

If you want to create props, set pieces or special effects, plan in some time to build them between the rehearsals. Participation in our building weekend, usually one or two weeks before Eurofurence, is also very much appreciated.

Your Time-Invest at the Convention
You need to fully participate in our dress rehearsal (usually on Thursdays) and our live show (usually on Saturdays). Apart from that, a few hours of your time to help in our workshop to set up all props and set pieces is very much appreciated.

Interested? Questions? Just contact us!
Telegram: @Dunkelpfote
E-Mail: pps@eurofurence.org

The Pawpet Show – Technical Assistant

The Eurofurence Pawpet Show aims to bring a spectacular puppet show to the stage, allowing the audience to emerge in our worlds and feel for our characters. Setting up each scene is an enormous tasks which we handle as a group, and we are looking for your help!

As a Technical Assistant you will be part of a group trusted in setting up each scene as needed during our show, in-between the scenes while the curtain is closed. The set pieces and props we use will long be ready by then, but your team will prepare and put on stage all set pieces, props and puppets according to a detailed plan that we will provide you with.

The scene change process is handled by multiple sub-teams, and depending on where you want to help, you’ll be trusted with different tasks:

• Puppet Handler
  Organize our puppets behind the scenes and hand them out to our players.
• Dresser
  Change our puppets’ costumes as needed for the next scene.
• Props Handler
  Organize, hand-out and sort our various props (like swords, guns or hand-cuffs).
• Set Pieces Handler
  Organize and set-up set pieces on stage (like beds, trees or sails).
• Special Effects Handler
  Organize and set-up/hand-out special effects (like fog machines or telekinesis machines).

The role of Technical Assistant is a purely technical one, so acting skills are not required and you will be behind the stage during the scenes. Participation in our off-site rehearsals before the convention is not required (but of course you are welcomed to, if you want)!

Skills Required
You do not need any prior theater experience, nor do you need any acting skills!

• Ability to lift and carry somewhat large and sometimes somewhat heavy objects.
• Sufficient proficiency in the English language.
• Personal protection equipment (work shoes and gloves).

• Light organizational skills.
• German language proficiency.

You can learn everything specific to our show and theater production in general on the job and we’d be happy to share our knowledge with you!

Your Time-Invest Before the Convention
Generally, Technical Assistants are only active during Eurofurence on-site. As such, your only time-invest before the convention is one or two evenings/afternoons for an online-call in which we brief you about the upcoming show, our documents and the current show’s specialties.

Your Time-Invest at the Convention
You need to fully participate in our dress rehearsal (usually on Thursdays) and our live show (usually on Saturdays). Apart from that, two or three hours in our workshop before the dress rehearsal for a “hands-on”-introduction to how our scene-changes and stage-tech work, about half an hour for a security briefing, and an hour of your time during our tech rehearsal (usually on Tuesdays) to get familiar with our stage.

This is all or nothing, however. To receive the experience and knowledge needed for these roles, you have to attend all on-site events as outlined above.

Interested? Questions? Just contact us!
Telegram: @Dunkelpfote
E-Mail: pps@eurofurence.org

Security – Operative

Our convention keeps growing significantly and we're glad to see even more happy faces each year. However, as the attendance continues to grow, we are looking for additional volunteers for our Security Team to make sure we can provide our guests with the high level of service we've established over the last 20 years.

Stage – Sound Technician

The Eurofurence stage team operates three live event stages at Europe's largest furry convention. The team of around 30 volunteers provides infrastructure and services to events big and small, from solo artists to dance competitions and fully-fledged theater shows.

We want to deliver high-quality entertainment to our guests. To that end, our volunteers work colloratively with the artists from vision to concept to reality.

We are looking for an additional *Sound Technician*. Supported by our team, you are going to work shoulder-to-shoulder with seasoned veterans and interested newcomers.

Your Responsibilities

Sound technicians help amplify our panel speakers, actors and musicians. There is a wide range of tasks available: from making sure the right person is wearing the right microphone to mixing the sound for a live audience, to broadcast sound mixing for the webstream.

The final scope of your position will depend on your skills and interests at the point of application.

Your Profile

• Availablity:
  • 2 hour / month (September — April)
  • 10 hours / month (May — August)
  • 20 hours on-site during Eurofurence
• Committed for at least three years (including Eurofurence 2027)
• Experienced user of digital mixing desks (Yamaha CL/QL)
• Willing to work flexible shifts
• Ready to travel within Central Europe (at least one in-person Stage Crew Meeting should be attended)
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Good communicator
• Resilient and good conflict manager

Nice-to-Haves:

• Fluent in written and spoken German
• Dante certified
• Capable of wireless microphone management(Shure)
• Experienced/trained in event technology or related professions (IT, AV, ...)
• Knowledge of specific office tools, or willingness to learn (e.g. Google Sheets, DokuWiki)

Aside from the training on the job, we offer an exciting work place with motivated team members, room for creative expression and explicitly invite you to bring along new ideas!

Do you want to know more? Does this job offer pique your interest? We would love to hear from you! Send your application (or further questions) via eMail to stage@eurofurence.org!

Stage – Stage Technician

The Eurofurence stage team operates three live event stages at Europe's largest furry convention. The team of around 30 volunteers provides infrastructure and services to events big and small, from solo artists to dance competitions and fully-fledged theater shows.

We want to deliver high-quality entertainment to our guests. To that end, our volunteers work colloratively with the artists from vision to concept to reality.

We are looking for an additional *Stage Technician*. Supported by our team, you are going to work shoulder-to-shoulder with seasoned veterans and interested newcomers.

Your Responsibilities

Stage Technicians are experienced volunteers that manage small teams of stage hands, especially during setup and breakdown. They help load/unloading materials, setting up lighting/props/microphones and keep an eye over the work of the team they are in charge of.

The final scope of your position will depend on your skills and interests at the point of application.

Your Profile

• Availablity:
  • 5 hours / month (May — August)
  • 20 hours on-site during Eurofurence
• Committed for at least three years (including Eurofurence 2027)
• Willing to work flexible shifts
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Excellent communicator
• Outstanding time management
• Resilient and good conflict manager
• Ready to travel within Central Europe (at least one in-person Stage Crew Meeting should be attended)

Nice-to-Haves:

• Present on-site from early-early arrival until late departure
• Fluent in written and spoken German
• Experienced/trained in event technology or related professions (IT, AV, ...)

Aside from the training on the job, we offer an exciting work place with motivated team members, room for creative expression and explicitly invite you to bring along new ideas!

Do you want to know more? Does this job offer pique your interest? We would love to hear from you! Send your application (or further questions) via eMail to stage@eurofurence.org!