Volunteer Event Photographer & Content Creator
Practical details
Volunteering • Organisation role
Contact person
Kate Rees
Provided
#129888
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Geek.Zone seeks a volunteer photographer/content creator in Coventry/West Midlands (~8–10 hrs/mo) to capture 5+ monthly events for social media and web.
Organization: Geek.Zone
Location: Event locations across the local area ( Coventry / West Midlands focus) & Remote for editing
Time Commitment: ~8–10 hours per month (Attending a minimum of 5 events/month + light post-processing)
Reporting To: Jenni Lawlor (Coventry Regent)
About Geek.Zone
Geek.Zone is a registered UK charity dedicated to bringing geeks together, reducing social isolation, and building an inclusive, welcoming community. From board game nights and gaming meetups to tech workshops and social outings, we create safe spaces for people to share their passions.
Role Overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic Volunteer Event Photographer & Content Creator to help capture the energy, friendship, and fun of our community.
In this role, you will attend at least 5 Geek.Zone events each month, taking high-quality photos and short video clips of our members in action. Your content will directly power our social media channels, monthly newsletter, and website to help new members see what Geek.Zone is all about.
Key Responsibilities
* Event Attendance: Attend a minimum of 5 Geek.Zone events per month to capture candid moments, activities, and member interactions.
* Photography & Videography: Take high-quality photos and short video clips (horizontal for website/newsletter, vertical for Instagram Reels/TikTok/Shorts).
* Consent & Safeguarding: Ensure all photography complies with Geek.Zone’s photo consent guidelines (verbal consent before publishing photos of members).
* Content Selection & Editing: Perform basic editing (cropping, lighting adjustments) and upload organized image/video assets promptly after events.
* Collaboration: Coordinate with the social media and newsletter team to highlight specific events, themes, or upcoming initiatives.
What We Are Looking For
* Equipment: Access to a smartphone with a high-quality camera or a modern mirrorless/DSLR setup.
* Eye for Storytelling: Ability to capture warm, authentic, and inclusive moments rather than just staged group shots.
* Reliability: Commitment to attending at least 5 events a month and delivering photos in a timely manner.
* Friendly & Approachable: Comfortable chatting with members and respecting individual privacy preferences.
* Passion for Community: Alignment with Geek.Zone’s mission of inclusion, positivity, and geek culture.
What You’ll Get Out of It
* Build a strong portfolio in event photography, digital media, and non-profit content creation.
* Written reference for your CV/LinkedIn after 3 months of regular involvement.
* Be a core part of a warm, welcoming community and attend fun events for free.
* Full support and guidance from the Geek.Zone core team.
Related to
About Geek.Zone
Geek.Zone exists to build an inclusive, supportive community where people of all backgrounds can connect through shared passions, learn new skills, and combat isolation in a safe, collaborative environment.
How Can You Help
- Skill Sharing & Education: Hands-on spaces to explore creative hobbies and technical skills—from restarting our Coding Club and hosting creative arts classes, to teaching hands-on skills like miniature painting, cosplay, and drawing.
- Community & Connection: A vibrant, inclusive home for shared passions. We bring people together through tabletop gaming (D&D, board games), video games, quizzes, anime and manga book clubs, meals out, cinema trips, cosplay outings, and much more.
- Inclusion & Wellbeing: Reducing loneliness and promoting mental wellbeing by celebrating neurodiversity and ensuring everyone has a place where they belong.