Photography Volunteer - Events and Visitors

As a volunteer photographer at our wetland centre, you will play a vital role in helping us to inspire our visitors to connect with wetlands and wildlife. In this role you will be visiting WWT Castle Espie at key events throughout the year to capture imagery of visitors for inclusion in promotional material for print, online and social media.

What will you be doing?

•       Capturing images of the centre, its events and visitors.

•       Receiving direction from the centre Marketing Manager and HQ content team as well as taking pictures whenever you find an opportunity.

•       Working proactively with staff and volunteers at your local centre to capture key moments at events that would make engaging content for website, marketing materials, social media etc.

Who are we looking for?

No formal qualifications are required but you will ideally be able to provide good quality examples of images you have taken to demonstrate a high level of skill in people or event photography.

In addition, this role would be suitable for you if you:

•       Have use of your own photographic equipment

•       Are proactive in seeking out photo opportunities

•       Are patient and willing to spend time waiting for the right photo opportunity

•       Have a keen eye for interesting and inspiring photographs

•       Don’t mind working in all weathers and interacting with visitors, volunteers and staff

•       Are comfortable with file handling and transfer between centres and HQ at Slimbridge