Digital asset management volunteer volunteer volunteer roles in Edinburgh
Salary - Volunteer
35 hours per week (flexible working options available)
Remote/Hybrid/Flexible location
Ref: VCS-251
Are you a creative, organised and collaborative communicator with a passion for digital content and social impact? If so, St Giles is looking for a Volunteer Communications Support to help strengthen our digital presence and support the delivery of high-quality communications across the organisation.
About St Giles Trust
An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need. Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others.
About this key role
As Volunteer Communications Support, you will play an important role within the Fundraising and Communications team, working closely with the Senior Media and Publicity Manager and colleagues across St Giles. You will support the creation, scheduling and management of digital content that promotes our work, campaigns and values, helping us reach and engage key audiences. The role will also involve providing general support to the team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop or apply their communications, digital and storytelling skills in a supportive, values-driven environment.
What you’ll be doing:
- Creating digital assets to support St Giles communications campaigns and projects
- Writing engaging, audience-focused digital copy
- Using design software (e.g. Canva and AI tools) to produce content in line with brand guidelines
- Uploading and scheduling digital content across relevant platforms
- Supporting the maintenance and development of the St Giles website
- Researching and sourcing photography through stock image libraries
- Using analytics to help measure performance and engagement
- Assisting with organising events, where required
- Attending meetings relevant to the role and working collaboratively with colleagues
- Ensuring confidentiality, data protection and information security policies are upheld
- Promoting sustainable working practices and environmental responsibility
What we are looking for
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word, SharePoint and Teams
- Experience of producing digital written content
- A sound sense of design and the ability to work within brand and photographic guidelines
- Experience using digital design tools such as Canva (and interest in AI tools such as ChatGPT)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong storytelling ability
- Experience uploading, scheduling and managing digital content
- Knowledge of producing email marketing copy
- Ability to work independently, manage priorities and collaborate effectively as part of a team
- An understanding of, and sensitivity to, the issues faced by people with lived experience and the barriers they may encounter
A Basic DBS check is required for this role.
We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications, and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation.
St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy.
Closing date: Friday 6th February 2026 at 9am. We will be reviewing applications as they are received and reserve the right to close this advert early if a suitable candidate is appointed. We therefore strongly encourage early applications to avoid any disappointment.
We help people held back by poverty, unemployment, the criminal justice system, homelessness, exploitation and abuse to build a positive future.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Purpose:
To create, manage, and optimise digital fundraising campaigns that drive donor engagement, ambassador participation, and online revenue for the CIC.
Key Tasks:
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Establish and run online fundraising campaigns across social platforms, email, live streams, and community networks
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Help build the online infrastructure for the Volunteer Fundraising Ambassador Programme, including toolkits, digital scripts, social media assets, and onboarding materials
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Develop donor journeys, automation flows, and campaign funnels that convert supporters into recurring donors
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Analyse campaign performance, track KPIs, and present clear data reports to the Senior Fundraising Manager
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Work with the Digital Infrastructure Team to integrate donation forms, CRM systems, email platforms, and dashboards
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Support creative storytelling—producing digital content that is ethical, trauma-informed, powerful, and community-centred
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Stay updated with digital fundraising trends and tools to ensure our campaigns remain innovative and scalable
Ideal For:
Creative, analytical individuals who love blending digital strategy, humanitarian impact, and storytelling to mobilise communities online.
Why Join Us
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Play a central role in shaping a large-scale online fundraising ecosystem for a UK CIC
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Gain real experience building campaigns that run nationally and internationally
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Work with experts in digital systems, marketing, and fundraising strategy
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Develop a portfolio of real campaigns, reports, and data-driven results
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Access recorded training, references, and future paid opportunities
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Be part of a transparent, collaborative team committed to decentralisation and community empowerment
What You’ll Learn
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Digital fundraising strategy: ads, organic campaigns, email sequences, landing pages, funnels
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How to optimise donor journeys and increase engagement
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Data analysis, A/B testing, and reporting techniques
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How to build digital toolkits and onboarding flows for large volunteer teams
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Ethical storytelling and fundraising safeguards
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Multi-platform digital communication within a community organisation
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Production Assistant
We are a Kingston-based social marketing enterprise using creative thinking to build community cohesion.We aim to attract knowledgeable individuals encouraging different cultures to unite which enables us to share and celebrate essential lessons. Partnering with local organisations, we put on programmes of training, workshops and other events that promote unity and tolerance. We conduct research to support our cause to challenge preconceptions around race and stereotyping. As well as delivering workshops on unconscious bias in the workplace.To learn more about our impactful work at Quilombo UK, we encourage you to explore our website and YouTube channel.
Join us in leading positive change!
Role Overview
As a Production Assistant, you will support the Video Production Manager and team in all stages of video production, focusing primarily on the pre and production phase. Your role will be crucial in ensuring that our video projects are well-planned and executed smoothly. You will be involved in tasks ranging from script writing to stage setting, ensuring that all necessary preparations are in place for successful video production.
Main Responsibilities
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Collaborate with the Video Production Manager to develop and refine scripts for various video projects, conducting research to gather relevant information and insights to inform script content and invite guests when necessary.
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Assist in planning and setting up stages for video shoots, including arranging props, lighting, and other necessary equipment, and coordinate with the production team to ensure all stage elements are in place.
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Work with the Video Production Manager to create detailed production schedules and timelines, and coordinate with cast, crew, and other stakeholders to ensure everyone is informed of shoot dates and times.
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Assist in identifying and securing suitable locations for video shoots, conducting site visits to assess the suitability of locations and addressing any logistical considerations.
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Organize and manage all production materials and resources, including scripts, shot lists, and production notes, ensuring all necessary permits and permissions are obtained for filming locations.
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Act as a point of contact between the pre/production team and other departments, ensuring smooth communication and collaboration, and provide regular updates to the Video Production Manager on the progress of pr/production tasks.
Essential
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Provide production assistance as needed (e.g. props, crafty, runner duties)
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Good interpersonal skills with ability to get on with people at all levels.
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Strong organizational and time management skills.
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Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
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Creativity and attention to detail in script writing and stage setting.
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Experience in camera set-ups for live events /ob-doc /scripted content
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Appropriate DIT practices for media management
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Working knowledge of audio production and basic audio set-ups for live events and recorded audio.
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To show professionalism at all levels and in all environments
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Proficiency with Google Workspace/Microsoft Office
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Working knowledge of file codecs and wrappers
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Digital Asset Management (Utilising enterprise versions of Google Drive etc)
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Coordinating the activities of writers, directors, managers, actors, and other personnel throughout the production process
Desirable
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Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortune
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1 + years of production in broadcast and film
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Understanding of broadcast acquisition standards for file deliveries
The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK is a 16-week UNPAID opportunity that requires a minimum commitment of 12 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
QUILOMBO UK is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace environment that values diversity and promotes equality for all employees. As part of our commitment to upholding these principles, we adhere to the guidelines outlined in the Equality Act 2010. We firmly believe in creating a workplace where all individuals are respected and treated fairly. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Volunteer Marketing & Creative Manager
Inspire. Create. Transform.
Unlock YOUR Potential – Empowering Adults Across the UK
Do you believe in the power of creativity to transform lives?
Do you want to help shape a movement that restores dignity, unlocks opportunity, and builds resilience for adults from low-income backgrounds?
At Unlock YOUR Potential, we are seeking a Volunteer Marketing & Creative Manager, a visionary communicator who will guide our charity’s storytelling, branding, and outreach. This is not just a role; it is a calling to craft campaigns that inspire, strengthen communities, and ensure every message flows with clarity, impact, and ceremonial dignity.
Your Role
As Marketing & Creative Manager, you will:
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Lead the creative direction of Unlock YOUR Potential’s brand identity, ensuring consistency across all platforms.
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Design and deliver marketing campaigns that promote our programmes in Employability, Personal Development, Life Skills, Mentoring, and Wellbeing.
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Create compelling content — from social media posts to recruitment adverts — that resonates with diverse adult audiences.
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Collaborate with the Head of Business Development and Operations to expand reach, partnerships, and visibility.
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Be the steward of our charity’s voice — ensuring every asset reflects dignity, opportunity, and transformation.
Why Join Us?
- Impact lives: Your creativity will inspire adults to unlock their potential and embrace opportunity.
- Grow together: Collaborate with a team of leaders, facilitators, and wellbeing coaches.
- Belong: Join a movement rooted in warmth, clarity, and empowerment.
- Legacy: Help build a charity that restores hope, resilience, and opportunity for generations.
Step forward. Lead as Marketing & Creative Manager. Together, we will unlock potential, restore dignity, and create opportunity across the UK.
GET INVOLVED | VOLUNTEER | HELP CHANGE LIVES
Unlock YOUR Potential
BREAKING BARRIERS | UNLOCKING POTENTIAL
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Join Us in Building REMIX!
Create Designs That Make Us Stand Out!
We’re launching REMIX, a brand-new youth social mobility charity in London and we’re looking for a passionate, creative and modern youthful designer to volunteer some time and help us create some much needed brand assets.
Your designs will be the heartbeat of our movement—seen, felt, and remembered. We need:
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Social media posts that stop the scroll and spark action.
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Roller banners that shine at events and outreach stalls.
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Booklets and brochures that tell our story with dignity and impact.
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Internal documents that energize our team and volunteers.
This is a chance to be part of something fresh, exciting, and full of scope. Flexible hours, loads of opportunities, and the chance to shape a movement that will open doors for young people across the city.
If you’re driven, creative, and ready to roll up your sleeves to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Get in touch today and let’s remix the future together!
REMIX
EMPOWER. INSPIRE. TRANSFORM.
To remix young peoples lives across London, boosting their social mobility.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.