You’ll work closely with the Department Head to run the Convention Store prior to and during the convention weekend. You’ll also assist with sourcing, inventory, and selling quality products that interest people and promote the convention.

The Con Store will work closely with the Dealers Den, and all staff members in both departments are cross-trained on the basic duties and processes of the other department. 

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Sales and/or retail experience
• Communication skills
• Familiarity with platforms such as Slack, Google Suite and Office 365
• Time Management skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Cash handling experience
• Basic math skills
• Criminal background check

Bonus skills & Qualifications:

• Merchandising Experience
• Team Management and the ability to train others

The Assistant Treasurer is accountable for maintaining a culture of financial stewardship within Furnal Equinox by establishing and maintaining annual budgets, supporting accurate record-keeping, timely financial reporting, and assisting with purchasing where required.

The Assistant Treasurer has a dual reporting responsibility to the following individuals:

• Treasurer (Anthropomorphic Events of Ontario / AEO Board)
• Director of Infrastructure (Furnal Equinox)

The Assistant Treasurer’s duties include:

• Administers the convention’s budget process and collaborates with the Convention Chair, Directors, and Department Leads on submissions and resource allocation;
• Maintains all books and records related to Furnal Equinox, and ensures the accurate and timely recording of financial transactions;
• Prepares and provides regular reporting regarding the convention’s financial position and adherence to budget to the Furnal Equinox Directors and to the AEO Treasurer, and advises on the financial impact of significant operational decisions;
• Administers the convention’s purchasing process of items approved in the budget, and supports with small purchases as previously approved;
• Performs all other duties as the position may require.

Specific Requirements

• Commitment and enthusiasm for AEO’s mission to grow and sustain the local furry community;
• Previous experience in an accounting or bookkeeping position as an employee or volunteer, or similar formal education/training;
• Knowledge of Quickbooks Online software;
• Strong written and verbal interpersonal and communication skills;
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and with limited direction;
• Ability to work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people throughout the organization;
• Positive attitude with a commitment to ethics and integrity.

Application process

• Apply by contacting us using the form on the Furnal Equinox website.
• We will follow up directly with candidates who meet the requirements for the role for an interview process and additional screening as required.
• Candidates must be prepared to obtain a police record check prior to formally accepting the role.

Our Hotel Team Lead acts as a point of contact between the convention, our venue, and businesses that work with the event, and will work to build a small but skilled Hotel Team to assist with this. You’ll have opportunities to research potential new vendors, in addition to maintaining our existing relationships. As such, the ideal Hotel Team Lead is local to the Toronto area to facilitate easy communication with our hotel and other businesses, and has at some professional experience with business outreach. This position reports to the Director Team, and will delegates tasks to the Hotel Team.

Required:

• 1-2+ years experience in sales, marketing, or other business outreach
• Background check
• Task delegation/management skills
  
• Excellent communication skills and responsiveness while on-the-job
  
• Experience working in a team environment
• Availability before and during the convention
• 1-2 years of experience in management, preferably with a convention, in a Department Head or higher-level role
  

Preferred:

• Local to Toronto or GTA

Our Hotel Team supports the Hotel Team Lead with much of the communication between the convention, our venue, and our business partners. You’ll have opportunities to research potential new vendors in addition to maintaining our existing relationships as well. Hotel Team Members don’t need to live closely to Toronto, but must be able to either support the at-con team in communicating with the hotel, or in advance of the con by articulating Furnal Equinox’s needs to the hotel via email. The main goal of this team is to simplify communication and discussions with our hotel and other businesses, and may do so in email, as well as in group chats with Hotel staff, as well as occasionally over the phone and, when at the convention, in person. This position reports to the Hotel Team Lead.

Required:

• Some experience in sales, marketing, or customer service
  
• Background check
• Friendly, approachable, and responsive in all forms of communication
  
• Experience working in a team environment
• Availability before and during the convention
  

Bonus (not a requirement):

• Availability before and during the convention
• Local to Toronto or GTA

The Security Team is a customer service department, focusing on assisting attendees in a general capacity as well as providing a source of safety at event.

​Core Responsibilities

• Answering general attendee questions and directing them to locations where they can get further information (Convention Operations, Information Desk)
• Monitoring the Convention space and serving as a representative of the Staff Team to identify issues of various types and to assist with resolution
• Assist in managing the lines for large events.

As Head of the Charity department, you’ll be leading a team that works to raise funds for the chosen charity. Furnal Equinox’s largest form of fundraising is its auction, in which you and your team will oversee the production of the auction, including the collection and display of donated items, and ensuring payment is collected from the winning bidders. You will also be responsible for acting as the liaison between Furnal Equinox and the charity representatives. 

Required: 

• Must have onsite availability during the convention 
• Excellent organizational skills 
• Welcoming, outgoing personality
• Customer service experience 
• A criminal records background check (we accept background checks that are up to 5 years old).  

Bonus: 

• Leadership experience 
• Experience with Google Driver and O365 
• Prior volunteering or staffing experience at a convention 

Obtaining a criminal records background check is presently free for volunteers who present an official letter from their organization.

Have a love of animals? Want to help support a great cause? What better way than to help the Furnal Equinox Charity Department raise money for our supported charity? FE is looking for outgoing individuals who can help to monitor and answer questions about the silent auction, and to help during the live auction.

REPORTS TO: Charity Department Lead

NUMBER OF POSITIONS OPEN: 6 

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING: 

• Monitoring items in the silent auction and answering questions about the auction process 
• Helping to act as a liaison between FE and our Charity Representatives (during the convention) 
• Assisting in collecting donated items for the auctions, and funds in support of the charity. 
• Participating the live auction, assisting in a potential variety of ways (helping to display the item, tracking the bids, gathering winning bidder info, etc.)  

WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU: 

• A completed Criminal Records Check (CRC) is required (free for volunteers residing in Ontario) 
• Prior cash handling experiences is an asset 
• Outgoing personality is an asset 
• Must be available to attend and assist during the live auction (usually held on the Sunday of FE) 

Do you love spreadsheets, see in dollar signs, or have a knack for balancing financial tables? Then we have the role for you! FE is looking for general finance staff to assist with yearly budget preparation and manage the cash office during the convention weekend. 

Reports to: Director of Infrastructure   

What you will be doing:

• Assisting with budget preparation
• Basic bookkeeping
• Purchasing management
• Managing cash office during con
• Proactive loss prevention and self-auditing
• End-of-year analysis of budget and breakdown

What we want from you:

• Experience using Microsoft Excel
• Attention to detail
• Good number sense
• Cash handling experience
  

Bonus points:

• Experience using Quickbooks
• Previous experience with professional budgeting
• Previous experience in a similar finance role
   

Do you like designing products? How about turning beautiful art into physical pieces that the people of the convention can take home and enjoy? You should consider joining Merchandising! As assistant lead, you will act as a leader for the entire Merchandising team and a point of reference for other FE departments.

REPORTS TO: Merchandising Lead

NUMBER OF POSITIONS OPEN: 1 

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING: 

• Providing assistance to the Furnal Emporium Store prior to convention start 
• Operating the convention store and ensuring sales are completed properly following all financial protocols 
• Working inter-departmentally to create art and complete budget requests 
• Deciding on various merchandise items for sponsor tiers and for the emporium store 
• Managing the Team when the Lead is unavailable. 

WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU: 

• Sales and/or retail experience  
• Communication skills 
• Familiarity with the Microsoft Platform 
• Time Management Skills and the ability to meet a deadline 
• Cash Handling Experience 
• Basic Math Skills 
• Criminal Background Check 
• Square POS Experience (optional, but preferred) 
• Team Management and training (optional, but preferred) 
• Merchandising experience (optional, but preferred) 

Passionate about con merchandise? Love taking home physical items to remember another year in Toronto? Our Merchandising team is look for people to help design new merchandise for our store and to help run the store for the duration of the con! This is a great opportunity to meet new people and have a direct impact on all the great FE-branded items offered to attendees. 

REPORTS TO: Merchandising Lead / Assistant Lead 

NUMBER OF POSITIONS OPEN: 4 to 5 

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING: 

• Providing assistance to Furnal Emporium Store prior to convention start 
• Operating the convention store and ensuring sales are completed properly following all financial protocols 
• Ensuring pre-ordered merch is picked and checked out of the system correctly 
• Providing input on new merchandise for the sponsors and the internal store 
• Working with the team to create a beautiful merch people will cherish for years to come 

WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU: 

• Sales and/or retail experience  
• Communication skills 
• Familiarity with the Microsoft Platform 
• Time Management Skills and the ability to meet a deadline 
• Cash Handling Experience 
• Basic Math Skills 
• Criminal Background Check 
• Square POS Experience (optional) 
• Merchandising experience (optional) 

Do you have a passion for lighting design? Do you often dream in spotlights and lasers? Then we have a position for you! The Furnal Equinox A/V team is looking for a capable Lighting Operator (L3) who can help with the operation of professional grade stage lighting during various productions such as our main events and dances. 

REPORTS TO: Lighting Director

NUMBER OF POSITIONS OPEN: 1

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING: 

• Providing assistance with light set up and tear down before and after the convention
• Operating on a professional lighting console by programming light patterns, changing colours, movements of lights, etc. 
• Working on a show file provided by the Lighting Director (LD) 
• Supporting B Stage when necessary 
• Working with Show Producers to ensure that lighting needs are met 

WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU: 

• Prior experience in lighting design and operation is required 
• Prior experience operating on GrandMA2 consoles is an asset 
• Ability to work well under pressure (specifically during live events) 
• Attention to detail 
• Creative flair 

If there’s one thing at Furnal Equinox we love to do, it’s providing memorable moments for everyone who attends. We aim to bring a new level of storytelling to the convention in a way that’s never been done at FE before! We’re introducing a Video Content team that will produce, shoot, and edit short form videos for broadcast and social before, during, and after the convention. If you have a passion for telling stories and creating content, this is the job for you!!

REPORTS TO: Video Content Lead

NUMBER OF POSITIONS OPEN: 2-3

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING: 

• Preproduction of video content (writing scripts, brainstorming ideas, etc.) 
• Execution of video production on location (shooting, interviewing, etc.) 
• Post production of video content (ingesting footage, editing, rendering, etc.) 
• Working closely with A/V leads, as well as PR leads, to create engaging content for broadcast and social 
• Follow the policies and procedures of Furnal Equinox during the production of video content
  

WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU: 

• Proven track record of video production / camera operation skills 
• Timeliness on deliverables / deadlines 
• Ability to multitask, prioritize projects, and work either individually, or with others 
• Love of content creation and an eye for creative storytelling 
• Ideal candidates should be able to provide their own equipment (camera, laptop, gimbal, microphones etc.) 

If there’s one thing at Furnal Equinox we love to do, it’s providing memorable moments for everyone who attends. We aim to bring a new level of storytelling to the convention in a way that’s never been done at FE before! We’re introducing a Video Content team that will produce, shoot, and edit short form videos for broadcast and social before, during, and after the convention. If you have a passion for telling stories and creating content, this is the job for you!

REPORTS TO: AV Department Head 
 
NUMBER OF POSITIONS OPEN: 1 

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING: 

• Preproduction of video content (writing scripts, brainstorming ideas, etc.) 
• Execution of video production on location (shooting, interviewing, etc.) 
• Post production of video content (ingesting footage, editing, rendering, etc.) 
• Working closely with A/V leads, as well as PR leads, to create engaging content for broadcast and social 
• Follow the policies and procedures of Furnal Equinox during the production of video content 
• As this is a lead position, we ask that you have some extra responsibilities; 
• Take some amount of editorial charge on video content 
• Be part of the editing process for all video content 
• Manage a small team of people 

WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU: 

• Proven track record of video production / camera operation skills 
• Timeliness on deliverables / deadlines 
• Ability to multitask, prioritize projects, and work either individually, or with others 
• Love of content creation and an eye for creative storytelling 
• Ideal candidates should be able to provide their own equipment (camera, laptop, gimbal, microphones etc.) 
• As this is a lead position, there’s some extra requirements that we ask for: 
• You have experience in leading a team of people 
• You have a good record of leadership skills 
• You either work in the media industry, freelance regularly, or have a good amount of experience in content creation (especially in video production) 
   

Can you imagine sitting in the audience during a panel and you’re struggling to hear the speakers? Well maybe the sound guy is asleep at the board and needs to wake up. Do you think you can keep the sound alive during panels? We’re looking for someone who can assist in the audio portion of our A/V team and make our panels sound amazing!! 

REPORTS TO: Lead Audio Engineer (A1) 
 
NUMBER OF POSITIONS OPEN: 1

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING: 

• Operating on audio consoles (either small analog, or large digital) 
• Ensuring that speakers in the room are operating correctly 
• Mixing live audio during events and panels for B Stage 
• Troubleshooting audio issues as they arise 
  

WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU: 

• Some experience using an audio console is preferred 
• Experience in live events or broadcast production is an asset 
• An understanding of sound and how it can affect a live event
  

Our broadcasts couldn’t happen without the direction of someone telling the camera operators what to point at, or putting up graphics and video on screen, or making sure that the sound is coming through properly. FE is looking for someone who can make our broadcasts come to life for an at home audience.  

REPORTS TO: Broadcast Producer 

NUMBER OF POSITIONS OPEN: 1 

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING: 

• Directing cameras, audio, and graphics for the broadcast of events and panels 
• Operating on an ATEM broadcast switcher 
• Ensuring the stream is connected and sending good quality sound and video 
• Keeping everyone at FOH and on Stage on time 
• Following rundowns and scripts to keep the show running smoothly 
• Saving recordings for upload after the convention 

WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU: 

• Experience in broadcast production is preferred 
• Experience in streaming for Twitch / YouTube is an asset 
• Moderate knowledge of base broadcast systems (cameras, switchers, streaming software, IT, etc.) 
• A keen eye for good camera shots for broadcast 
• Good judgement on what content should be aired and what shouldn’t 
• Ability to keep to the clock (timeliness is everything in this job) 
• Ability to provide direction in a quick, but detailed manner 
• Ability to take constructive criticism from Broadcast Producer 

Unfortunately, magic hasn’t been invented yet, so we can’t instantly poof props and equipment on and off a stage during a show. That’s why FE’s A/V team is searching for a stagehand who can be available to assist in getting things on and off stage, as well as being a general runner for any productions that happen on the Main Stage. 

REPORTS TO: Stage Manager (SM) 

NUMBER OF POSITIONS OPEN: 1 

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING: 

• Assisting Stage Manager (SM) and Assistant Stage Manager (ASM) with any needs during the course of a show 
• Placing props / furniture / equipment on stage, then striking them when need be 
• Acting as a runner when necessary
  

WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU: 

• Attention to detail 
• Ability to take direction 
• Able to dedicate time to shows as scheduled 

Job description: As the Art Show Specialist with our Dealers team, you will have a role both pre-con and at-con. Pre-con, you’ll handle art show applications and lead the selection of artists for this event. On-site, you’ll prep the art show area, arrange art show pieces with proper labeling, and maintain the art show area.

Required Skills

• Good organizational and design layout skills
• Above average record keeping
• Ability to lift ~50 pounds
• Above average communication skills and knowledge of platforms such as Slack, Google Suite and Office 365
• Good Time Management and the ability to meet deadlines

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of various furry art and artists
• Basic OSINT skills

Our sponsors are a big part of our convention and are invaluable in providing support that allows our convention to continue each year. We are looking for a creative, organized person to help support our sponsors, supersponsors, and other support levels.

Your tasks will include:

• Proposing promotional items to be given to sponsors

• Planning special events exclusive to the sponsor+ levels

• Acting as a liaison at the convention to ensure all events are delivered at a quality that reflects the value of our sponsor+ supporters

• Coordinating with other departments to ensure the delivery of a great sponsor experience

• Soliciting feedback from sponsors to influence planning for future years

• As the department grows, guiding the department and the staff within it

Skills Required:

• 18+ age
• Attention to detail
• Communication skills

Beneficial Skills (not required):

• Some customer service experience
• Working in a team environment

Training:

• Con Merch Dept Training 

Previous convention or event planning experience is an asset, but not required. If you are interested in applying for the position, please submit a form below.

The GoH Liaison acts as a point of contact for Guests of Honor, preparing for and managing each GoH’s appearance at Furnal Equinox. The liaison is responsible for arranging travel and coordinating preparations for all guest panels/events and space inside the Dealers Den prior to the convention. During the convention, the GoH liaison facilitates an enjoyable at-con experience for the GoH and manages arrangements made prior to the convention for the GoH.

Requirements

• Strong organizational skills
• Good communication skills
• Experience with customer service
• High attention to detail

Nice to Haves

• Experience with any of the departments you’ll need to interact with (A/V, Programming, etc.)
• Experience with GSuite/O365

HUB is a new and evolving department Primarily focused on welfare checks on staff throughout the con and maintaining harmonious relations within the staff.

We are searching for a person local to the GTA to assist in the planning and implementation of social events for both our virtual and in-person staff both during and outside of the convention. They will also work closely with the Department Head and Second-in-Command (2IC) of HUB in monitoring staff morale both pre-event and during the Convention as well as assisting with the composition and production of the monthly staff newsletter.

Required skills

• Strong communication skills
• Multitasking

Department: VFE Operations

Supervisor: VFE Director

Job Description: 

Community Manager is the person assigned responsibility for the Furnal Equinox Community Discord Management. This person will have different responsibilities related to the creation, maintenance, management of the convention Discord. This is a year round position. 

Job Elements:

• As to hire Discord moderators
• Knows how to set up a Discord server satisfying the current convention needs
• As to communicate with the Community Department lead and 2IC
• Knows how to diagnose issues and communicate them to the team
• As to communicate different integration problematics that might occur to the Community Department lead and 2IC

Required:

• 18+ age
• Background check

Programming Staff handles pre-con and at-con correspondence between panelists and the convention. They will help review submitted panels/workshops/performance and aid in the scheduling of panels and events for the con.  During the convention, programming staff ensure things remain on schedule and provide panelists with the necessary resource.  

Programming Staff also will communicate any deviations from the set schedule to the affected parties so that these changes may be communicated to attendees in an expedient manner.

Required Skills:

• Customer service experience
• Multitasking
• Able to take direction, but also self starter
• Work to deadlines issued by head/assistant head of department

Department: Logistics

Supervisor: Head of Logistics

Job Description: The Logistics Coordinator is the person assigned responsibility for designated areas within the event space during Logistics tasks. They coordinate with logistics staff and other departments to ensure that event setup and teardowns go smoothly. This is a year round position.

Job Elements: 

• Assist with Logistics tasks and paperwork
• Developing yearly operational plans for designated areas
• Review and maintain training materials and spearhead training sessions
• Coordinate setup/teardown operations in designated areas
• Coordinate volunteers for Logistics tasks in designated areas
• Coordinate with Logistics drivers, other coordinators and staff
• Coordinate with other departments as required
• Assist with asset and inventory audit initiatives
• Coordinate with hotel liaison and hotel staff as required
• Be available for Logistics tasks year round

Required:

• 18+ age
• Background check
• Must be physically mobile within designated areas

Department: Logistics
Supervisor:Logistics Department Lead

Job Description:The Inventory Coordinator is responsible for maintaining assets and inventory for the organization. They will primarily support the organization storage locker by maintaining the business relationship with the storage company, receiving assets, and overseeing asset and inventory audits. They will coordinate with other departments regarding their respective assets and inventories, as well as with Logistics staff for audits and transportation plans. This is a year round position.

Job Elements: 

• Assist with pre/post convention Logistics tasks and paperwork
• Coordinate access to storage locker as required by convention department staff
• Developing yearly operational plans for designated areas
• Review and maintain training materials and spearhead training sessions
• Receive assets and inventory at storage locker
• Coordinate with Purchasing teams
• Maintain asset and inventory control systems ie. AssetTiger
• Oversee asset and inventory audit initiatives
• Coordinate with drivers, other coordinators and Logistics staff
• Lead asset and inventory audit initiatives
• Coordinate with other departments
• Be available for Logistics tasks year round

Required:

• 18+ age
• Volunteer background check

Training:

• Project Management
• Asset and Inventory Management
• People Management
• Workplace Safety Course
• Train the Trainer

Department: Logistics
Supervisor:Logistics Coordinator

Job Description: The Inventory Staff is responsible for assisting in the maintainance of organization assets and inventory. They primarily support the organization storage locker; maintaining the business relationship with the storage company, receiving and overseeing asset and inventory audits. They will coordinate with Logistics staff for audits and transportation plans. This is a year round position.

Job Elements: 

• Assist Inventory Coordinator as required
• Assist with pre/post convention Logistics tasks and paperwork
• Coordinate access to storage locker as required by convention department staff
• Assist with receiving assets and inventory at storage locker
• Maintain asset and inventory control systems i.e. AssetTiger
• Coordinate with drivers, other coordinators and Logistics staff
• Assist with asset and inventory audit initiatives

Required:

• 18+ age
• Volunteer background check for keyholder to storage locker
• Must be able to work in a physically demanding role

Training:

• Workplace Safety Course
• Asset and Inventory Management

Frontend Website Staff help our team update pages on our website year-round. They coordinate with other departments for openings and closings for various aspects of the convention, like hotel bookings, programming, etc.

Volunteer Commitment Level for Role:

• Medium. While the workload is generally light, this is a year-round position, and will need to be in contact with the team during this time.
• Most of the workload for this role falls outside of convention time, so you can help out during the offseason to get all the perks of staffing, then have most of the convention free to have fun!

Job Elements:

• Update website pages as needed within WordPress and Divi
• Preside over openings and closings of hotel booking, event submission forms, etc on the website.
• Assist team with posting new announcements and staff openings
• Attend monthly Content Management department meetings

Role Requirements:

• Year-round availability

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with WordPress
• Experience with Divi
• Experience with Microsoft 365

Social Media Team Members work with the Content Mangement team to write content for our website and social media.

Skills that we are looking for with this position:

• Must have good written Canadian English skills
• Previous writing experience would be preferable
• Good communication skills

​Core Responsibilities

• Communicating with other departments 
• Meeting deadlines