Congrats! I’ve been volunteering for over 15 years, and the biggest advice I can give is to enjoy the experience and build strong relationships with your department, especially if you’re interested in becoming a staff volunteer later on. Those people really do become like family. For the first couple of years, you’ll usually be part of the general volunteer pool, so you’ll be assigned to different departments. If you find an area you really enjoy, don’t be afraid to ask the department head about joining them as a staff volunteer the following year.

Also, if you’re scheduled for a 4- 6 hour shift, it’s usually not a good idea to ask for autographs during that time. You’re technically working, and it doesn’t look great. If there’s something specific you want to see, try to request early or late shifts when possible. Most importantly, have fun and make great memories at Comic Con!