Volunteer at the CSO

WE WANT YOUR TIME & TALENT

It takes a village. Volunteers have always been crucial to the success of the CSO. They have been instrumental in providing a range of services and performing various activities during the events, which have helped in reducing the overall operational costs. These outstanding individuals have been highly appreciated for their dedication, hard work, and passion for their role in the orchestra.

Your contributions enhance our patron experience. You are an integral part of our community, and we are grateful to have you as a part of our CSO family.

 We could not do all that we do without your help!

If you are interested in joining our team, please click the button below to fill out the First Time Volunteer Questionnaire.

FIRST TIME VOLUNTEER QUESTIONNAIRE
VOLUNTEER HANDBOOK
Questions? Contact Rachael Mosley, Patron Relations & Office Manager, rmosley@cantonsymphony.org or 234-666-2701

how to sign up to volunteer:

  1. JOIN the CSO POINT volunteer profile – click to get started

  2. CREATE a log-in & password to connect to opportunities locally & beyond!

  3. FIND posted volunteer opportunities. 

  4. CHOOSE an event & sign up by clicking GO. 

  5. SELECT your desired role & shift.

  6. CONFIRM your selection to complete the sign up process!

*Children under 14 may volunteer if accompanied by a guardian, and children ages 14-17 may volunteer with signed guardian permission.

Guardian Release form

2026-2027 SEASON SCHEDULE

View & sign up for current opportunities

OFFICE AIDE: ongoing opportunities available ON YOUR TIME – call or email to inquire 330.452.3434 or boxoffice@cantonsymphony.org

Volunteer Roles

There’s something for everyone at the CSO!

  • A variety of volunteer choices, including helping out during our concerts and being out in the community.

  • Training and instruction will be provided for every role, and our staff is always available to help.

  • Start and end times vary per concert/event and assignment.

  • We will communicate and coordinate electronically, primarily through email & POINT.

  • Please review the Volunteer Handbook for complete details of volunteer roles, policies & standards, and benefits!

BARTENDING

Help set up and replenish bar as the night goes on. Serve and sell drinks and concessions.
*Must be 21 or over


COMMUNITY REP

Table events outside of the hall to engage with the community, hand out information, and talk about programs at the symphony.

CONCERT GREETER

Use your customer service skills at our concerts by helping us welcome and direct our patrons throughout the Zimmermann Hall.  

CONCIERGE TABLE

Greet patrons in the lobby, hand out information, and talk about the symphony programming before the concert and during intermission. 

OFFICE AIDE

Assist with admin projects in our office.

TICKET SCANNER

Scan tickets as patrons enter the hall.

USHERS

Guide patrons to the seat designated on their ticket.

WILL CALL

Hand out pre-purchased tickets from the Will Call box.

DOOR USHERS

Meet patrons at the hall doors to help minimize disruptions during the concert.

MERCH & Concessions

Sell merch and snacks in the lobby before the concert and during intermission.

INSTRUMENT PETTING ZOO

Interact with our community outside of the hall with the CSO Staff and instruments! No experience is required.

EVENT CHECK-IN

Check in or register guests for special events, fundraisers, and education programs.

Your feedback shapes this program!

We value your time and service to this organization and the community. Please contact us with any questions or concerns.

Rachael Mosley, Patron Relations & Office Manager
rmosley@cantonsymphony.org | 234.666.2701

*Media Disclaimer: Photographs and video may be taken at any Canton Symphony Orchestra event. If you do not consent to audio, video, film or any other electronic, digital, or print media; use of yourself or your child’s name, photographs, pictures and other likenesses, only for the purpose of advertising, publicizing and promoting the CSO, please contact Nathan Maslyk @ 330-452-3434 x110. If no contact is made, your participation as a volunteer serves as consent to photography and video.