Volunteer Photographer Volunteer Roles

Nova New Opportunities is a grassroots community charity operating in North Kensington – London, since 1983. Serving over 2k+ individuals per year, we help people to realise their potential through education and employment, offering life-affirming opportunities to families and children, and engaging over 2,000 people through social change events such as The School of Humanity and TEDx Ladbroke Grove, aimed to build human connections for a stronger, more cohesive society. 

We are currently evolving our brand positioning to amplify our reach and better demonstrate our impact to potential funders and supporters. For this, we need YOU, talented Volunteer Photographer, to create a fresh set of photos that authentically capture the spirit of Nova and the communities we serve.

Unleash Your Creative Spark for Social Change: Calling all photographers passionate about purpose and impact!

Are you: 

• An early photographer, eager to translate your passion into real-world experience? Craving to grow your portfolio while working with purpose for social impact.

• An experienced photographer, seeking to leverage your skills and lend your expertise to a cause that sparks your social conscience. 

If you answered "yes" to either, then get ready to: 

• Dive deep into our brand evolution, to develop a cohesive set of photos that reflect Nova's values and resonate with diverse target audiences. 

• Craft compelling images that can be used across print, digital, and social media platforms (from impactful campaign graphics to corporate branding and website revamps).

• Collaborate closely with our brand manager and wider Nova team, ensuring your photos align with our mission and strategy. 

• For more information, read the Photography Briefing attached to this job post.

RELEVANT SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• To have access to a camera or equipment capable of taking high-quality pictures and with varied depth-of-field settings.

• Basic experience with photography skills such as portraits, event photography, group photos, light management.

• Flexible and able to adapt to different social settings and environments.

• Reliable and self-motivated to work autonomously, and as part of a supportive team working remotely.  

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Volunteering remotely: We'll agreed times and dates in which events would take place for you to attend and take photos, however meetings and post-production work can take place remotely, at a time that suits you. You'll also have the opportunity to participate in-person at strategic team meetings and activities. 

• Some expenses paid: travel expenses to-from an event will be covered with receipt upon mutual agreement of time/date/location, as well as meals and refreshments (T&Cs apply to all expenses claimed). While some events will also provide lunch to the staff, including volunteers. 

• Make a tangible difference: The satisfaction of knowing your creative spark ignites positive social change. 

• Hands-on experience managing shoots in various types of social settings, from concept to completion. Honing your project management and story-telling skills. 

• A platform to showcase your talent and enrich your portfolio with real-world impact. 

• Expand your network and boost your resume, showcase your commitment to social impact and stand out from the crowd. 

• Whether you're a junior photographer eager for hands-on experience or a seasoned pro, if you’re looking to flex your creative muscles for a good cause, we welcome you to join the Nova family.

Let's make a visual splash together. Ready to unleash your creative force for a cause that matters? 

Send your CV and/or portfolio with a short cover letter explaining why you're the perfect fit for Nova. No CV? No worries, a basic summary of previous experiences will suffice – We're an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at Nova. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates. We can't wait to meet you and embark on this transformative journey together!