Get Involved
Are you looking to be part of GDC in a bigger way?
Then you’ve come to the right page!
Whether you’re a designer, marketer, producer, industry enthusiast, or an organization who wants to help bring their community to the event, there are plenty of ways you can join in on the action. Let’s dive into how you can get involved and make the most of your GDC Festival of Gaming experience!
Indie Giving
Indie Giving is an incredible program that allows anyone to attend GDC Festival of Gaming in San Francisco at a discounted rate while giving back to the community. Volunteers can snag a Festival Pass along with a cool t-shirt to remember the experience!
All funds from Festival Pass sales (minus administrative fees and event expenses) go directly to Compass Family Services, an organization that helps San Francisco families facing homelessness and those at imminent risk to achieve housing stability, economic self-sufficiency, and well-being. Everyone who signs up will take part in a local charity event supporting Compass the day before the festival kicks off (Sunday, March 8). We are thrilled to have raised $75,000 for their amazing and impactful work in 2025.
Volunteer registration is now live!
Conference Associate (CA) Program
The CA program at GDC Festival of Gaming is your backstage pass to the biggest gaming industry event of the year! Join an awesome crew working behind the scenes to help make the festival run smoothly and be part of an unforgettable experience. You’ll help monitor sessions, scan badges, answer attendee questions, and other tasks in exchange for a Festival Pass that can be used during off-hours and a little extra cash.
To be able to participate, you must be eligible to work in the United States.
See the application to apply and an FAQ below.
