Volunteer Role: Photographer

Volunteer Role: Photographer

Posted for BLOSSOM ASA

Posted by Community Action Redbridge

Register your interest

You will be redirected to the Community Action Redbridge website to express your interest.

Locations of opportunity: Redbridge, Newham, or Waltham Forest (event-based, in-person)

About the role

We’re looking for a creative and reliable volunteer photographer to help capture the heart of our work — from community events and wellbeing sessions, to volunteer activities and real-life stories. Your images will help us celebrate people, promote our services, and show the impact of what we do across our website, social media, and reports.

Whether you’re a photography student building your portfolio or an experienced creative who wants to give back, your lens can help bring our mission to life.

Main tasks and responsibilities

• Attend scheduled events, workshops or community sessions to take photos
• Capture candid, respectful, and engaging moments
• Edit and organise photos for digital use
• Work with staff to understand what kind of images are needed
• Ensure consent is obtained before photographing individuals
• Share images in agreed formats and timelines for internal or public use
• Help build an image bank of high-quality, inclusive content

Benefits to Volunteer

• Build or expand your photography portfolio
• Gain real-world experience in community, event and documentary photography
• See your work published across social media, websites, and printed materials
• Meet a diverse range of people and be part of meaningful local events
• Use your creativity for good – helping raise the profile of community voices
• Work flexibly with plenty of autonomy and support

What skills do I need?

Skills, Attributes, experience and qualifications

• Confident with a camera (DSLR or high-quality smartphone also welcome)
• Creative eye for capturing people, stories and real-life moments
• Friendly, respectful, and professional in community settings
• Organised – able to manage files and meet basic deadlines
• Sensitive to consent, privacy and cultural awareness
• Some experience in photography (events, portraits, documentary or lifestyle)
• You do not need to be a professional – we welcome emerging creatives
• Familiarity with editing tools (e.g. Lightroom, Snapseed, etc.) is useful
• Own camera or high-quality smartphone
• Basic editing software or apps
• Internet access to share edited photos
• Mobile phone – for contact and coordination
• Travel within Redbridge, Newham or Waltham Forest (travel expenses may be reimbursed if needed)
• Willingness to follow GDPR, safeguarding, and image consent guidelines
• Agreement to uphold our values of inclusion, dignity, and respect