Volunteer to be part of our biggest event of the year, Medtech Unpacked! This event, held on Thursday 13 August, will connect students from across universities with industry experts, recruiters, start-up entrepreneurs and more for an evening of knowledge sharing and networking.

 

Click the roles below to find out more about what’s required:

Purpose: Help attendees navigate the venue.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Greet guests and provide directions to Forum session at arrival
  • Answer basic event questions and escalate issues to VMH staff (Sophie) when needed
  • Monitor signage and report any missing or unclear directions
  • Direct guests to the CafĂ©/Launch Pad space during break

 

Ideal Skills

  • Friendly communication
  • Confidence approaching people
  • Good knowledge of the venue layout (training provided)

Purpose: Capture high‑quality images that showcase the event experience, atmosphere, and key moments.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Take candid and posed photos of attendees, speakers, and activities
  • Upload and label images promptly after the event
  • Coordinate with the videographer and communications team as needed

 

Ideal Skills

  • Basic photography skills
  • Has own camera
  • Creative eye for composition
  • Ability to move around the venue efficiently

Purpose: Record video content that highlights the event’s energy, storytelling moments, and important activities.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Capture short clips of the action
  • Ensure good framing and lighting where possible
  • Deliver raw footage to the event team after the event
  • Help create a wrap up video to share on social media

 

Ideal Skills

  • Some experience with social media platforms and content creation
  • Ability to work independently and unobtrusively

 

Purpose: Provide a smooth, welcoming check‑in experience for all attendees.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Check in participants using eventbrite (training provided)
  • Distribute name lanyards, and drink coupons
  • Flag any registration issues to VMH staff (Sophie)

 

Ideal Skills

  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Calm under pressure during busy periods

Purpose: Provide flexible assistance across the event to ensure everything runs smoothly.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with any setup or pack down
  • Pick up drink glasses during the event
  • Step into other volunteer roles when needed
  • Respond to ad‑hoc requests from the event team
  • Collect event lanyards at the end

 

Ideal Skills

  • Adaptability
  • Willingness to help wherever needed
  • Teamwork and initiative

Agenda and detailed run sheet to be sent to successful volunteers closer to the date.

 

For any questions, please email:

Monisha Gunawardana

VMH Engagement Officer

monisha.gunawardana@vicmedtechub.com.au

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