Maid Cafe at Otakon

Welcome to Otakon Maid Cafe!

Are you interested in performing or volunteering for our Maid Cafe while we celebrate Otakon's 30th Anniversary together this year? We are seeking out super friendly, outgoing, and dynamic individuals to join our talented and fun-loving team. Can you help us make this year’s Maid cafe a pleasant and unforgettable experience for all our guests and attendees at Otakon? If so, we encourage you to apply!

Volunteer Requirements:

Please make sure you have read and agree to the following before proceeding:

• Will register for Otakon 2024 membership by May 1, 2024
• Will sign up as Gofer by May 1, 2024.
• Will have reliable transportation and rooming arrangements to attend rehearsal and entire convention weekend (August 1-4, 2024)
• Must have a regularly checked email address/ discord
• Must be 16 years of age or older by July 15, 2024 to attend and participate
• Must be in good health and able to be on your feet for up to 8 hours at a time
• Must be able to attend monthly meeting/training dates on discord
• Must be welcoming, work well with others, and enthusiastic
• Comfortable to converse with strangers (if interested in performing role)

Perks:

• Multiple Otakon Gofer-exclusive perks (full reimbursement of membership, $40/night for rooms, food stipends, swag, early and late access to areas like Artist Alley and Dealers Room outside of normal hours, and more!).
• See full list of gofer perks: https://www.otakon.com/info/volunteer/
• Resume and soft skills experience building
• Leadership opportunities
• Becoming a part of the close-knit community of fans and friends. (Psst. We're all still friends at least a decade later!)
• A weekend full of goofy and wholesome memories

Recruitment Form:

Please fill out the following form by APRIL 15, 2024, 11:59 PM EDT.

Maid Cafe Auditions

If you’re interested in dance performances, please indicate that in your application as well! Must be near the DMV area to participate in dance practices.

 

Thank you so much for your interest! If you have already filled out the google form from the social media posts, you do not need to fill out the form above.

After completing the form, please wait patiently! A team member will reach out to you shortly. If you have any questions, feel free to email: maidcafe@otakorp.org.

Good luck! We can't wait to meet you.