What is SIGGRAPH?• A branch of the Association of Computing Machinery

• Special Interest Group on Computer Graphics and Interactive Techniques

• Annual week-long conference sponsored by ACM SIGGRAPH

The world’s LARGEST conference on computer graphics and interactive techniques! (i.e. Vancouver (2011): 15,872 attendees)

SIGGRAPH Highlights

• Emerging Technologies

• Art Gallery

• Computer Animation Festival

• Real-Time Live

• Courses, Papers, & Panels

• Dailies

• Exhibition

• It’s a place where communities of art, academics, and industry meet!

• Conference 21-25 July 2013

• Exhibition 23-25 July 2013

• Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, CA (40 minutes from Downtown LA)

The Student Volunteer Program

• SIGGRAPH is run entirely by volunteers -- people just like you!

• Participate in an integral part of the conference community and experience the conference first-hand!

• Support the conference while learning from others!

• Network with fellow students who are inspired by the industry!

• Enjoy some great perks, too!

• Wear a fantastic red vest!

• Eligibility

• Must be 18 years of age or older (on or before 20 July 2013).

• Must be high school, undergraduate, or graduate student enrolled full-time for at least one semester during the 2012-2013 academic year (Summer 2012-Spring 2013).

• Serve the ConferenceCommit 18 or 25 hours (approximately) of volunteer service to the conference. (Specify hours on your application.)

• Attend Mandatory OrientationArrive in Anaheim by the morning of 20 July 2013 to attend orientation for all new and returning Student Volunteers.

Eligibility & Volunteer Responsibilities

Eligibility & Volunteer Responsibilities

(continued)• Attend SIGGRAPH & Meet Your Hour

Requirements21-25 July 2013, departing the convention center no earlier than 6 p.m. on 25 July 2013.

• Be ON TIME for all assigned shiftsArrive at the Student Volunteer Office at least 30 minutes prior to your scheduled shift times.

Examples of shifts:

• Monitoring doors

• Checking badges

• Facilitating spoken-language translations

• Assisting conference contributors at various venues

• SIGGRAPH 2013 Full Conference RegistrationEnjoy the sights and sounds of the conference while you are off-shift!

• Student Volunteer Special SessionsHear professionals speak about tips, tricks, and job opportunities at “SV-only” sessions at SIGGRAPH!

• Resume and Reel Review SessionsGet professional feedback to help you land your dream job! Made possible by the SIGGRAPH Student Services Committee (S3).

Benefits!

Benefits! (continued)

• NetworkingMeet students from all over the world who share your passion for computer graphics!

• Other SurprisesFrom special guests to unexpected surprises, we are always up to something fun for our Student Volunteers!

• 25-Hour Student Volunteer Perks- Eligible to apply for Travel and Housing Assistance- May also be eligible for special incentives not available to 18-hour volunteers.

Student Volunteer Application - Due 5 FEB 13

• Contact Information & Picture

• Faculty/Personal Reference

• Proof of Student Status (ID, transcript)

• Apply for Travel Assistance and Housing Awards (only available to 25-hour applicants; limited funds)

• Essay questions

• What interests you about SIGGRAPH in particular, and why would you be a good fit for our team this year?

• Tell us about a time when you interacted with individuals from a different cultural background and what you learned from the experience.

• Tell us about a stressful situation involving others that YOU specifically took the initiative to resolve.

sis.siggraph.org

Team Leader Application - Due 8 JAN 2013

• Lead groups of SVs at conference programs! Available to students who have served as a Student Volunteer at a past SIGGRAPH.

• Additional Essay questions

• What experience and personal qualities do you offer that make you a strong Team Leader candidate?

• In the future, how do you see yourself as a leader in SIGGRAPH, in the field of computer graphics, or in other areas of your career and life? How would being a Team Leader help you become a more well-rounded leader?

• (Optional) In a video no more than ONE minute in length, tell us a little bit about yourself and explain why YOU want to be a SIGGRAPH Team Leader for SIGGRAPH 2013.

• NOTE: If you are not selected as a TL, then you will still be considered for a SV position.

sis.siggraph.org

Important Dates & How To Apply

• 8 January 2013: Team Leader Applications Due, 22:00 UTC/GMTOnly open to students who have previously served as Student Volunteers.

• 5 February 2013: Student Volunteer Application Deadline, 22:00 UTC/GMT

• 30 April 2013: Application Results Sent

Apply online at: sis.siggraph.org

For more information, visit: sv.siggraph.org

How Do I Stand Out?• Get involved in your local or student SIGGRAPH

chapter.

• Look for opportunities to be a positive impact in your community.

• Leadership experience and/or customer service experience a plus!

• Start your application early and spend time on your essays!

SIGGRAPH Submission Deadlines

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