The Aden Veterans Project - Volunteer Videographer

The Aden Veterans Project - Volunteer Videographer

Posted for Legasee Educational Trust - The Aden Veterans Project

Posted by Volunteer Centre Blackpool, Wyre & Fylde

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We are seeking enthusiastic and media focussed individuals with an interest in storytelling and documentary production to join The Aden Veterans Oral History Project as volunteer videographers. This role is ideal for media students in the Blackpool area aiming to build their portfolio while capturing the profound personal stories of veterans. 

You will help film and edit oral history interviews to preserve veterans’ stories for future generations, while receiving mentoring and guidance from Legasee founder, videographer and oral historian Martin Bisiker.

What the Role Involves

  • Assisting with simple equipment checks and preparation before interviews
  • Setting up and operating video recording equipment, audio and lighting
  • Working alongside interviewers to capture respectful and engaging interview footage
  • Editing raw footage into video content
  • Managing basic file transfer, back up and storage of recorded video content and follow established file-naming conventions

What skills do I need?

We welcome volunteers who are:

  • Studying film or media production
  • Are familiar with Adobe Premiere video editing software [or similar], guidance and training on our work flow will be provided
  • Empathetic and patient with strong communication skills, as you will be working directly with veterans
  • Reliable, as you will need to manage your own time and meet project deadlines for finished content
  • Able to handle sensitive and confidential material


Location

This opportunity has no specific location e.g. can be carried out anywhere.

Posted for Legasee Educational Trust - The Aden Veterans Project

Posted by Volunteer Centre Blackpool, Wyre & Fylde

Register your interest

You will be redirected to the Volunteer Centre Blackpool, Wyre & Fylde website to express your interest.

Details

  • Accessibility
  • Age restrictions
  • DBS check required
  • Equal Opportunities Policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Suitable for under 18s
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer Policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When is this role available?

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning
Afternoon
Evening

This role is based primarily in Blackpool where interviews will take place, and will need to be completed in person. The interviews will be arranged at a mutually convenient time to fit around your other commitments.

Register your interest

You will be redirected to the Volunteer Centre Blackpool, Wyre & Fylde website to express your interest.

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