Emcee for Corporate Volunteer Experiences
Goodera
Washington, DCThis is a Freelance Job
The Role
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We're looking for engaging Emcee/Event Hosts to lead corporate volunteering experiences end-to-end - from setup to facilitation to wrap-up - so volunteers leave energized and nonprofits feel truly supported. You'll join a global community of 2,000+ hosts and represent Goodera on the ground with warmth, confidence, and high attention to detail.
This role requires someone who thrives in front of people, thinks quickly on their feet, and genuinely loves creating memorable experiences and is passionate about the well being of our communities.
Time Commitment: This is a flexible, freelance position with events ranging from 2-4 hours.
What You'll Do
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Host and facilitate corporate volunteering events (virtual or in-person), keeping energy high and instructions crystal clear
Run the event flow: opening, agenda, transitions, timekeeping, engagement moments, closing, and next steps
Manage setup and logistics: materials check, room/Zoom readiness, volunteer instructions, and contingency planning
Create a standout volunteer experience: make people feel welcome, included, and confident in what they're doing
Capture and share impact moments: photos/videos, volunteer quotes, attendance notes, and short highlights for recap
Connect with nonprofit partners to ensure alignment on goals, beneficiary context, and post-event follow-through
Troubleshoot in real time: adapt quickly when plans shift, and keep the group calm and moving
You're a great fit if…
You're a Natural Communicator
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You genuinely enjoy public speaking and feel energized (not drained) when presenting to groups
You can read the room and adjust your approach based on the audience, whether they're quiet and hesitant or loud and enthusiastic
You're equally comfortable facilitating large groups (30-100 people) and connecting one-on-one with individual participants
You communicate clearly and concisely under pressure, making complex instructions easy to follow
You Have High-Energy Stage Presence
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You can sustain your energy for 2-4 hours without letting the experience dip
You have a sense of fun and warmth that makes people feel comfortable and excited to participate
You're a Confident Facilitator
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You can manage group dynamics: engage quiet participants, redirect talkative ones, and keep everyone on track
You're comfortable ''holding the room'' maintaining control and attention even with distractions
You can think on your feet: when tech fails, a partner is late, or the plan changes, you adapt seamlessly without visible stress
You maintain professionalism while keeping things lighthearted and approachable
Experience & Skills We're Looking for
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What you bring:
Experience with public speaking or facilitation experience whether that's corporate events, workshops, trainings, community gatherings, performances or something similar.
Comfort leading events with a clear agenda and handling basic event logistics
Ability to manage unexpected challenges calmly and professionally
Strong people skills, emotional intelligence, and the ability to connect with a range of participants
A friendly, confident presence that helps people feel comfortable, engaged & inspire trust.
Bonus points if You Have
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Background in performance, entertainment, or facilitation: acting, comedy, improv, stand-up, hosting, emceeing, teaching, or similar roles that require engaging an audience.
Experience facilitating on Zoom: breakout rooms, chat engagement, screen sharing, managing virtual group dynamics.
Comfort improvising and adapting when scripts or plans change.
For In-Person Events:
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Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs (event materials, supplies)
Ability to stand for 2-4 hours at a time
Reliable transportation to event venues within your city
Comfort helping set up and reset event spaces (tables, chairs, materials, etc.)
Language Requirements:
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Fluent in English (written and spoken)
Bilingual skills are a plus but not required
Salary/Benefits
$200.00
- 250.00
per day
$200.00 - $250.00 /day USD
Per-event compensation plus travel reimbursement
Benefits
• Comprehensive training program with shadowing, mentorship, and ongoing development
• Professional development: build facilitation, public speaking, and event management skills
Perks
• Flexible scheduling - choose the events you want to host based on your availability
• Opportunities to work with global corporate teams and represent nonprofit partners making real impact
Additional Information
Goodera helps companies enable employees to volunteer with thousands of nonprofits in over 100 countries. We execute host-led volunteering experiences that are accessible, engaging, and impactful for leading organizations like IBM, Amazon, and ServiceNow, with 60 of our 400+ customers being from the Fortune 500. In 2025, we engaged over 450,000 volunteers across more than 10,000 events globally, with our hosts at the center of each experience, bringing people and purpose closer in every workplace—whether in-person, remote, or hybrid.
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