R2AK & SEVENTY48 Paparazzi Volunteers
photo by Katrina Zoe Norbom
Shift signups go live April 18 at 10 AM
Join the R2AK & SEVENTY48 Paparazzi Volunteer Team
Have a drone? We’ll buy it lunch!
COVID may alter what you and we are willing to do. We understand that and will take all steps necessary to ensure the safety of all our volunteer crews.
For Race to Alaska and SEVENTY48 we are looking for camera folk, social media jockeys and folks willing to even take some short video for places like Facebook and our own website. Have a drone? We’ll buy it lunch!
We have teams that run around our race courses helping to document these incredible efforts of racers. If you don’t have a boat, we’ll supply one. If you want to work overnight, we’ll set you up. We know we are asking for a lot and are willing to shower you with appreciation, photo or video credit, and help to make your efforts as simple as possible. If you are thinking of lending your talents to the races, thank you!
Race to Alaska Paparazzi
We take every opportunity to grab race images and have media crews in Port Townsend before and during race start, in Victoria for the festivities and second race start, in Ketchikan for the finishes, and on the water in between every one of those locations. It’s near impossible to write out all the potential scenarios, but if you think you are up for some adventure, want to lend us your talent and are willing to volunteer, please let us know.
Requirements
You should know your way around your camera and be able to upload to the cloud without a lot of handholding. We aren’t really looking for “hobbyists,” but people studied in the art and striving to take better photos every time they go out. And just so you know, while we love you, but are looking for good photographers for the environment we race in. Because of that, we have to really vet our candidates. If you think you will be offended by our pickiness, please don’t apply to this, and let’s find something else we can do together that guarantees fun!
Availability
Some times in May and June would be the most helpful for us, but again, let’s talk.
We take every opportunity to grab race footage and have media crews in Port Townsend before and during race start, in Victoria for the festivities and second race start, in Ketchikan for the finishes, and on the water in between every one of those locations. It’s near impossible to write out all the potential scenarios, but if you think you are up for some adventure, want to lend us your talent, and are willing to volunteer, please let us know.
Requirements
You should know your way around your camera and be able to upload to the cloud without a lot of handholding. We aren’t really looking for “hobbyists,” but people studied in the art and striving to take better footage every time they go out. And just so you know, while we love you, we are looking for good shooters for the environment we race in. Because of that, we have to really vet our candidates. If you think you will be offended by our pickiness, please don’t apply to this, and let’s find something else we can do together that guarantees fun!
Availability
Some times in May and June would be the most helpful for us, but again, let’s talk.
If this is your forte, we’d love to chat. As you know, social media is more and more important. We need to make sure it’s going out and with the right tags, frequency, and tone. Depending on the scenario, travel could be involved, also getting on the water, or just sitting on your yoga ball at home. Seriously, we have so many options.
Requirements
We are looking for folks that can leverage their unique social media skills into a pivotal volunteer position.
Availability
Some times in May and June would be the most helpful for us, but again, let’s talk.
SEVENTY48 Paparazzi
We take every opportunity to grab race images and have media crews in Tacoma before and during race start, in Port Townsend for the finishes, and on the water in between those locations. It’s near impossible to write out all the potential scenarios, but if you think you are up for some adventure, want to lend us your talent and are willing to volunteer, please let us know.
Requirements
You should know your way around your camera and be able to upload to the cloud without a lot of handholding. We aren’t really looking for “hobbyists,” but people studied in the art and striving to take better photos every time they go out. And just so you know, while we love you, but are looking for good photographers for the environment we race in. Because of that, we have to really vet our candidates. If you think you will be offended by our pickiness, please don’t apply to this, and let’s find something else we can do together that guarantees fun!
Availability
A flexible May and June would be the most helpful for us, but again, let’s talk.
We take every opportunity to grab race footage and have media crews in Tacoma before and during race start, in Port Townsend for the finishes, and on the water in between those locations. It’s near impossible to write out all the potential scenarios, but if you think you are up for some adventure, want to lend us your talent, and are willing to volunteer, please let us know.
Requirements
You should know your way around your camera and be able to upload to the cloud without a lot of handholding. We aren’t really looking for “hobbyists,” but people studied in the art and striving to take better footage every time they go out. And just so you know, while we love you, we are looking for good shooters for the environment we race in. Because of that, we have to really vet our candidates. If you think you will be offended by our pickiness, please don’t apply to this, and let’s find something else we can do together that guarantees fun!
Availability
The beginning of June would be the most helpful for us, but again, let’s talk.
If this is your forte, we’d love to chat. As you know, social media is more and more important. We need to make sure it’s going out and with the right tags, frequency, and tone. Depending on the scenario, travel could be involved, also getting on the water, or just sitting on your yoga ball at home. Seriously, we have so many options.
Requirements
We are looking for folks that can leverage their unique social media skills into a pivotal volunteer position.
Availability
A flexible June would be the most helpful for us.
Race to W360 Paparazzi
WA360 is not running in 2022, but you can still fill out a volunteer application.
We take every opportunity to grab race images and have media crews in Port Townsend before and during race start, at the finish line, in areas we know teams will be traveling through (chokepoints), and on the water in between every one of those locations where you may be at the time. It’s near impossible to write out all the potential scenarios, but if you think you are up for some adventure, want to lend us your talent, and are willing to volunteer, please let us know.
Requirements
You should know your way around your camera and be able to upload to the cloud without a lot of handholding. We aren’t really looking for “hobbyists,” but people studied in the art and striving to take better photos every time they go out. And just so you know, while we love you, we are looking for good photographers for the environment we race in. Because of that, we have to really vet our candidates. If you think you will be offended by our pickiness, please don’t apply to this, and let’s find something else we can do together that guarantees fun!
Availability
Some time in the first two weeks of June would be the most helpful for us, but again, let’s talk.
We take every opportunity to grab race footage and have media crews in Port Townsend before and during race start, at the finish line, in areas we know teams will be traveling through (chokepoints), and on the water in between every one of those locations where you may be at the time. It’s near impossible to write out all the potential scenarios, but if you think you are up for some adventure, want to lend us your talent, and are willing to volunteer, please let us know.
Requirements
You should know your way around your camera and be able to upload to the cloud without a lot of handholding. We aren’t really looking for “hobbyists,” but people studied in the art and striving to take better footage every time they go out. And just so you know, while we love you, we are looking for good shooters for the environment we race in. Because of that, we have to really vet our candidates. If you think you will be offended by our pickiness, please don’t apply to this, and let’s find something else we can do together that guarantees fun!
Availability
Some time in the first two weeks in June would be the most helpful for us, but again, let’s talk.
If this is your forte, we’d love to chat. As you know, social media is more and more important. We need to make sure it’s going out and with the right tags, frequency, and tone. Depending on the scenario, travel could be involved, also getting on the water, or just sitting on your yoga ball at home. Seriously, we have so many options.
Requirements
We are looking for folks that can leverage their unique social media skills into a pivotal volunteer position.
Availability
Some time in April, May, and June would be the most helpful for us, but again, let’s talk.
Shifts go live on April 18!
In the meantime, be thinking about where you'd like to volunteer.
Volunteer in Tacoma at the SEVENTY48 Pre-Funk (May 31).
Volunteer in Port Townsend for the Classic Mariners' Regatta (May 31-June 2), at the SEVENTY48 Finish Line Clubhouse and Bar (June 1-2), and/or at the Ruckus (June 2).
Volunteer in Victoria June 3-6. Catch lines at the docks, sell R2AK swag, and/or help out at the R2AK Racer Party on June 4.
Make sure you've filled out a volunteer application and selected R2AK, SEVENTY48, and Event Support as areas of interest. Then wait for the email saying it's time to sign up for shifts.
Learn About the Events
Learn all there is to know about the Classic Mariners' Regatta, SEVENTY48, and Race to Alaska.
R2AK Volunteer Safety Corps
The Safety Corps will be inspecting race boats, helping train racers in SPOT trackers and helping run the Race Operations Center day of the race. Also, if you have a suitable boat and want to help, get a hold of Daniel! If you want to be part of the Safety Corps please contact Race Boss Daniel Evans at raceboss@racetoalaska.com.
To Apply
If you are interested in volunteering, contact the Race Boss at jesse@nwmaritime.org to receive an application. You will be vetted before being accepted onto the team. If you make it through the vetting process, you will be contacted approximately 30 days out from the race start for scheduling and introductions.
Click here to return to the main race volunteer page to read about other race volunteer opportunities.
Have Questions?
Contact the Race Marshal at racemarshal@nwmaritime.org.