Up to 1,000 real, paid workforce roles across three execution phases — pre-event, live weekend, and post-event. Build your resume, gain hands-on experience, and get paid to help run South Georgia's biggest cultural weekend.
The 229 Festival is deploying real, paid community opportunities across three strategic execution phases. Build your resume and secure your placement.
Digital deployment, strategy, and regional preparation.
High-energy active execution during live festival tracks.
Wrap-up asset compilation and regional development analytics.
Every role on The 229 workforce is designed to build skills, connections, and experience that carry well beyond festival weekend.
Every position on this page is a paid opportunity — no unpaid "internships" or volunteer-only roles.
Production, logistics, media, and event operations roles that translate directly to future job applications.
Work alongside sponsors, vendors, regional businesses, and event professionals from across South Georgia.
Choose from pre-event, live weekend, or post-event phases depending on your availability and interests.
Many roles are entry-level with on-the-job training provided — your willingness to show up matters most.
Standout team members get first consideration for future Area Code Gear events and off-season opportunities.
Filter by execution phase to explore open positions. Apply to as many roles as you're interested in.
Manage online ticketing systems, CRM data entry, and registration support in the lead-up to the festival.
Schedule posts, respond to comments, and grow festival visibility across Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.
Distribute flyers, post signage, and promote the festival across your local community in the weeks before launch.
Create flyers, social graphics, and signage templates based on festival brand guidelines.
Monitor festival boundaries, check credentials, and support the safety team throughout the live event.
Direct vehicle flow, manage parking zones, and support shuttle operations during festival hours.
Assist with stage setup, tent installation, and equipment load-in before gates open and load-out after close.
Help vendors with load-in, booth setup, supply runs, and breakdown across the two-day marketplace.
Run camera, audio, and lighting support for main stage performances and livestream production.
Welcome attendees, answer questions, and support VIP and general guest experience throughout the weekend.
Edit festival footage into recap videos, highlight reels, and social-ready clips for the off-season campaign.
Compile attendance, spending, and vendor data into a regional economic impact summary report.
Help with site teardown, equipment recovery, and donation coordination for unused materials and supplies.
Every workforce member moves through a structured onboarding path designed to build skills you'll use long after the festival ends.
A short virtual or in-person session covering festival values, safety protocols, and your specific role expectations.
Hands-on training tailored to your phase and position — from media tools to logistics systems to guest service standards.
Work alongside experienced team leads who provide real-time feedback and support throughout your shifts.
Wrap-up conversations connect top performers with future event opportunities, references, and regional job leads.
"I started on the street team and ended up running media for the main stage by the second day. The team leads actually took the time to teach me the gear."
"Working post-event on the data team gave me my first real experience with reporting and analytics. I put it straight on my resume and got an interview within a week."
"The application took five minutes and I heard back the next day. By the second weekend I was leading my own crew of four people on vendor logistics."
Fill out the workforce registration form with your contact info, availability, and role preferences.
Our team reviews your application and matches you to roles based on your interests and availability.
You'll receive a confirmation email within 24 hours with your role, shift details, and onboarding materials.
Complete your shifts, get paid for your work, and stay connected for future opportunities.
Spots across all three phases are filling on a rolling basis. Submit your registration below and our team will follow up within 24 hours with your role match and next steps.
No experience needed. All roles include on-the-job training. Indicate your preferred phase and availability below — there's no cost or commitment to apply.
Questions about workforce roles? Email [email protected]