# Workstation Director

Completing work tasks at social events can help fulfill key campaign priorities by breaking up tasks among a large group of people. The workstation director is responsible for facilitating these work tasks, as detailed in the responsibilities listed below:  

* [ ] **Work with the organizer to select a work task prior to the event**. Here are some [ideas for work event tasks](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/campaign-guides/social-and-community-events-guide/running-the-event).
* [ ] **Coordinate with the organizer to ensure all necessary materials are brought to the event** based on the agreed-upon work focus. Here is a [checklist](https://handbook.proanimal.org/~/changes/8OnlYlegnL56c3P2z9bM/for-organizers/campaign-guides/social-and-community-events-guide/supplies-checklist) of the items needed for various work tasks.
* [ ] **Break up work tasks into small steps** and plan to assign people to each step for efficiency (e.g. a group to staple petition packets, a group to number them, etc.).
* [ ] **Set up workstations as needed.**
  * Set up all necessary materials on tables/surfaces
  * Make sure there are chairs at the workstation (if available)
* [ ] **Distribute tasks among those looking to help.**
* [ ] **Patiently provide clear instructions on how to complete each task.**
  * Make sure to welcome any questions so we can avoid mistakes
  * Demonstrate the task if appropriate
* [ ] **Perform quality assurance checks.**
  * Visit each station to make sure each task is being completed correctly and well
  * Gently correct any mistakes, and confirm the rest of that station’s group knows to avoid further confusion
  * Jump in to help as needed!
* [ ] **Balance socializing and working** following the tips below.

### **Tips for Balancing Socializing & Working**

It is important to ensure you are striking a balance between socializing and working so that people don’t feel put off by what is being asked of them. 

* [ ] Set up workstations and let people offer to help!
  * Allow work tasks to be completed on a voluntary basis. You would be surprised by how many people are looking to help, or looking to keep busy during the freeform section of the event
* [ ] Keep the tasks relatively basic and repetitive. This will allow for people to chat and socialize while completing the work.
* [ ] Set up workstations in a way where socializing is easy. This could be around a large table, creating a circle of chairs, or placing the materials in a central location where people can work and not be isolated from the rest of the party.
* [ ] Try to rotate out people where possible so the same group isn’t working for most of the event.