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66 TRADE SHOW Trade Show Crew Chiefs: Mia, Colin, Eileen, Tony Trade Show Days of Operation: March 11 - 16, 2016 Trade Show Check In: Volunteers who work on this crew will  check in outside Exhibit Hall 5. Exhibit Hall  5 is located on the northeast side of the  Austin Convention Center (ACC). Trade Show Volunteer Responsibilities & Duties: The Trade Show Crew has many tasks  within the trade show. The main function is  to make sure the correct credentials are the  only ones being let in during operating and  non-operating hours, as well as supporting  SXSW Staff to help the trade show run  smoothly.  The Trade Show Crew is responsible for  checking all credentials that come through  any entrances, communicating with  exhibitors, and working as a team to clear  the exhibit halls of all people at the end of  the event each day. Shift leaders for Trade Show are responsible  for keeping up with their team of 3-12  people and walking the Trade Show to  check credentials.  What Else Should Volunteers Know About the Trade Show Crew: Trade Show Volunteers may find it helpful  to know the Austin Convention Center's  layout. For example, you may get questions  from exhibitors asking where the closest  restroom or elevator is. Knowledge is power,  of course!  Trade Show Attire and Reminders: Trade Show Volunteers should wear  the SXSW Volunteer t-shirt and tasteful  bottoms. The temperature in the Austin  Convention Center can fluctuate from cold  to hot, so we recommend bringing layers  (ex. hoodie, sweater, jacket) if you tend to  get cold and sensible footwear to keep your  feet comfortable throughout your shift.  If you will be working before you receive  your credential (for example, you may be  waiting for a music badge, but working  during Interactive) you will need to pick up a  working volunteer day pass from  Volunteer Central. How to Contact the Trade Show Crew: If you need to contact your Trade Show  Crew Chiefs, you can email them at  sxtradeshow@gmail.com. During the event,  you may also call/text them on their show  phone. Please make sure to call or text, then  email your crew chiefs if you are going to  miss your shift or arrive late. If it's less than  2 hours prior to the start of your shift, first  email your crew, then call the Flake Task  Force at (512) 404-4623 if you're going to be  late or miss the shift.

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