Basel seeks 700 volunteers for ESC 2025 - registration opens today
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Joint announcement from the Presidential Department of the Canton of Basel-Stadt and SRG SSR.
Starting today, volunteers can register for the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Basel. Around 700 volunteers are needed to help shape the world's largest music event and contribute to the atmosphere of the Host City. A variety of tasks and an exclusive behind-the-scenes experience await them. Anyone aged 18 and above can apply - local knowledge is an advantage. The organization is managed by Swiss Volunteers.
The Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Basel is a major event - and 700 volunteers are at its heart. Starting today, January 16, 2025, at 1 p.m., interested individuals can register via the Swiss Volunteers platform at www.swissvolunteers.ch to become part of the world's largest music event.
Through their commitment, volunteers help shape the welcoming spirit of Host City Basel and play a key role in making the event unforgettable. Their tasks are varied: from assisting international delegations and welcoming fans and press, to managing visitor flows, staffing info and check-points, or handling logistical duties. The ESC offers volunteers not only an exclusive behind-the-scenes look but also the chance to be part of a unique communal experience.
Local knowledge is an advantage
The Eurovision Song Contest stands for diversity and inclusion - and the volunteer team should reflect this. Local people who can make a valuable contribution with their local knowledge are particularly welcome.
Anyone aged 18 or over at the time of application and available for at least ten days between 1 May and 20 May 2025 can apply. Volunteers will be selected on the basis of their availability and skills, including language skills and familiarity with Basel and the surrounding area.
Volunteers can expect extensive preparation. In addition to training, they will receive food and clothing for their assignment, which they will be allowed to keep as a thank you for their help. Requirements vary according to the area of work, and an interview is held in advance for certain positions.
Partnership with Swiss Volunteers
The organization and coordination of volunteer work in Basel is made possible through close collaboration with Swiss Volunteers - the national nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting and valuing volunteerism. Through the Swiss Volunteers platform, volunteers can easily indicate their preferences and skills, enabling targeted deployment planning. This system ensures optimal recruitment and deployment planning for the approximately 700 volunteers.
High level of interest
Since September 2024, interested individuals have had the opportunity to pre-register for volunteering at ESC 2025 via a contact form. The response has been highly positive: around 7,000 people have expressed their interest. On January 15, 2025, all pre-registered individuals were informed by email about the next steps.
Contact:
Maja Hartmann
Media Relations ESC Host City
+41 79 859 10 75
esc-media@bs.ch
www.eurovision-basel.ch/volunteers