We Want You!
SEAF2026 is coming and we need volunteers to make the Seattle Erotic Art Festival and its associated events happen. From planning to execution to basking in the afterglow once its all over, this is a group effort. It’s also a great time! You’ll be surrounded by creative people and great stories. You’ll be more inspired and have more fun than any other volunteer opportunity you’ve ever had! (Or at least we think so. We may be biased.)
Our organization is a dynamic group of people working to advance an important cause. We are beyond grateful that you want to be a part of it. This wouldn’t be possible without you.
And did we mention that there’s a lot of great erotic art and beautiful, talented, inspired people?
Sign up to Volunteer!
Shifts for SEAF 2026 will open in March 2026. As shifts become available, each department listed below will link to its associated SignUp. If it doesn’t have a link, then the shifts aren’t ready for SignUps, yet. We need the majority of help from April 26th through May 4th, with other opportunities to help before then. Sign up for our newsletter here to be notified when shifts open.
Volunteer Perks
For ALL volunteers
- Art, stickers, and other swag.
- Invitation to attend the Behind the Scenes Artist Reception on Thursday April 30, 8-10pm, at the Seattle Center Exhibition Hall
- Access (during your shift) to the volunteer lounge.
- Invitation to the Volunteer Appreciation party at Gallery Erato held after the festival in the early summer. Date TBA
- Satisfaction of making SEAF happen!
For volunteer hours worked prior to Opening Night
For each 4 hours worked prior to Festival: get a discount code redeemable for a free SEAF single-day ticket. Discount codes are available at the volunteer check in desk after your shift – be sure to stop by for your code!
All discount codes and tickets are transferable. Only one code can be applied per order. Free ticket codes do not apply to VIP tickets.
For volunteer hours worked during the Festival
Any shift worked during the Festival: Attend that day free (before and after your shift).
Please check in at the Volunteer desk when you arrive to get your badge and find out where to report when your shift starts and which lead you will be working with.
For volunteer hours worked during Strike
For each 4 hours worked after 4pm on Sunday: you will get a code to make one SEAF2027 ticket free. All discount codes and tickets are transferable. Only one code can be applied per order.
Volunteer Code of Conduct
The Pan Eros Foundation and Seattle Erotic Art Festival are committed to providing fun, safe, creative, and sexy environments free from harassment, abusive behavior, discrimination, and consent violations. We are dedicated to furthering freedom of expression in tandem with personal accountability while striving to eliminate abusive behaviors. We are devoted to anti-racism. We expect high standards of conduct and education and will make every effort to ensure that all staff, performers, and attendees act responsibly and with sensitivity.
Volunteers are expected to be accountable for their actions’ consequences and consider the well-being of themselves, others, and the event. Conduct that undermines this code, or is exploitative of others, will be cause for removal from the event and being banned from future events. We hold the following principles and expectations of all volunteers in regards to appropriate conduct and behavior.
As a volunteer, you agree to:
- Treat all PEF/SEAF employees, contractors, vendors, volunteers, attendees, and community members with respect, courtesy, and dignity.
- Act honestly and ethically while in the performance of their volunteer duties.
- Be respectful of ethnic, national, racial, religious, sexuality, orientation, ability, and cultural differences.
- Never discriminate against, harass, bully, or mistreat staff or other volunteers.
- Some examples of bullying behavior include but are not limited to: abusive and offensive language, insults, teasing, and spreading rumors. It can also include a manipulation of the work environment or psychological manipulation.
- Obey all applicable local, state, and federal laws, including all laws and regulations that govern appropriate conduct in a place of business.
- Adhere to the detailed Drug and Alcohol policy contained below in this Code of Conduct
- Deter wrongdoing and ensure accountability for adherence to the Code of Conduct.
- Seek assistance if you have questions about any volunteer guidelines, including the Code of Conduct.
- Support a safer environment by alerting Staff Leads to potential violations of the Code of Conduct
- Be reliable and punctual in reporting for scheduled volunteer activities. We will attempt to be flexible in all cases, volunteers are expected to call or text (206)229-2185 if they will be absent or late, so arrangements can be made for handling their responsibilities.
- Maintain an appropriate dress code, including wearing clothing that always covers one’s genitals and nipples as required by Washington State Liquor laws
- Connect with staff or a Safety team member in a critical emergency (a volunteer faints or falls, etc.)
- Comply with all stated COVID policies, as applicable.
If a staff member or volunteer has any questions or concerns about the code of conduct or wishes to file a formal complaint, they may contact director@seaf.art.
Drug and Alcohol use
All volunteer activities must be conducted free from the influence of alcohol and illegal drugs. While medical and recreational cannabis use is legal in Washington State, a volunteer cannot report to an event impaired, nor should a volunteer smell of cannabis or alcohol per the expectation for scents and hygiene. In addition, these substances may not be possessed or distributed on PEF/SEAF premises. During events where alcohol is served, volunteers are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner throughout the event.
Adherence to Policies
PEF/SEAF develops policies, procedures, and guidelines with input from both staff and volunteers and with consultation from legal, finance, and risk management experts; our policies, procedures, and guidelines are updated regularly as new situations emerge. Both volunteers and staff are expected to comply with policies including those described in this document. Failure to comply may be grounds for disqualification and/or removal.
Terms of disqualification and/or removal
PEF/SEAF is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for both staff and volunteers.
Volunteers who do not comply with the Code of Conduct may be subject to disciplinary action, including and up to disqualification and/or removal.
The following actions may be cause for removal from an event and banning:
- Consent Violations
- Examples include but are not limited to failure to honor stated limits and boundaries, violations of personal space or boundaries, and non-consensual objectification or fetishization.
- Abusive Behavior/Harassment
- Examples include but are not limited to racism, bullying, coercion, transphobia, unwanted sexual advances, intimidation, non-consensual physical abuse, ableism, and defamation. Comments or behavior that stereotypes, discriminates against, or harms community members will not be tolerated.
- Violations of this Code of Conduct
- We take reports very seriously. If at an event you are being harassed, have your consent violated, or even just see an attendee, presenter, or staff member making others uncomfortable, please report this to a Safety team member or a Consent Advocate as soon as possible.
We encourage you to report any code of conduct violations at the event as soon as possible and as you feel safe to do so. PEF/SEAF events have on site Consent Advocates and Safety team members who are available to receive reports at any time. We recognize that sometimes reports must be made after some time. To make a report after an event, please e-mail director@seaf.art.
These are the departments that will need help
Check availability in all departments here.
Art Handling (including art hanging & de-installation)
Body Art Human Canvas (Body Painting Model)
Mandatory Consent Advocate training registration here.
PEFF Short Film Showcase Usher
Safety Team (formerly Security)
Directionals (Info Booth)
Volunteer Orientations & Q&A Sessions
There are multiple opportunities to attend a volunteer orientation before the week of the Festival. You can get info about each of these dates on the Pan Eros Foundation calendar. Register for the online zoom meetings here! And just show up at Gallery Erato (309 1st Ave S Seattle 98104) for the in-person meeting.
We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds, communities and abilities; however, this year we are only accepting volunteers over 21 years of age. We encourage all volunteers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are a new volunteer, please sign up for the Volunteer Info Sessions here. If you have already volunteered at the festival, please feel free to join the Volunteer Orientation or SignUp for a shift.
Don’t hesitate to email volunteer@seaf.art or info@seaf.art with questions about volunteering. We are here to help you help the festival!
Matching Donations for Volunteer Hours: Ask Your Employer!
Have your volunteer hours go twice as far. Get a matching donation! Many companies donate money for each hour one of their employees volunteers, and your employer might be one of them. Your volunteer hours with the Foundation could bring in a sizable donation from your workplace.
Simply check in with your human resources department to learn how — it’s usually quick and easy. We are a 501(c)(3) registered as Pan Eros Foundation and our EIN is 20-5824097. We would love it if you then designate your contribution to go to Seattle Erotic Art Festival.