At a Glance
- Tasks: Create compelling content to raise awareness and share impactful stories.
- Company: Fresh Futures, a charity dedicated to supporting vulnerable children and families in Yorkshire.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on PR experience, build your portfolio, and make a real difference.
- Other info: Flexible volunteering with ongoing support and training opportunities.
- Why this job: Join us to amplify voices and help those in need while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Strong writing skills and a passion for storytelling; interest in PR or communications.
Volunteer Content Creation Officer (Press, Media and website content)
Fresh Futures is a charity supporting vulnerable children, young people and families across Yorkshire.
We provide vital services to help individuals overcome challenges, improve wellbeing and build brighter futures.
About Fresh Futures
Fresh Futures is a charity supporting vulnerable children, young people and families across Yorkshire.
We provide vital services to help individuals overcome challenges, improve wellbeing and build brighter futures.
Role Overview
We are looking for a passionate and proactive Volunteer Content Creation Officer to help raise awareness of our work through local, regional and national media.
You will play a key role in sharing powerful stories, increasing our visibility, and helping us reach more young people and families who need support.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone interested in PR, media, communications or the charity sector to gain hands on experience and make a real impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and develop compelling story ideas based on Fresh Futures' work
- Draft press releases, media pitches and statements, alongside news articles for our website
- Build and maintain a list of media contacts (local, regional and sector press)
• Proactively pitch stories to
- Newspapers and online media
- Radio and TV programmes
- Trade and sector publications
- Support the coordination of media interviews and opportunities
- Help gather case studies and impact stories (with appropriate safeguarding measures)
- Monitor and track media coverage and outcomes and website engagement
- Work closely with staff to ensure messaging is clear, accurate and impactful
Skills & Experience
- A strong writer with the ability to tell engaging, human stories
- Interested in PR, journalism, or communications
- Confident communicating with a range of stakeholders
- Organised and able to work independently
- Passionate about supporting children, young people and families
Desirable (but not essential)
- Previous experience in PR, media, marketing or journalism
- Understanding of the media landscape (especially regional press)
- Experience using social media or digital communications tools
- What You'll Gain
- Practical experience in public relations and media outreach
- Opportunity to build a portfolio of published media coverage
- Insight into the charity and social impact sector
- Flexible volunteering that fits around your schedule
- The chance to make a meaningful difference in your community
- Support & Training
- Ongoing support from the team
- Guidance on media engagement and messaging
- Opportunities to develop your PR and communication skills
- Safeguarding
Fresh Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
This role may involve handling sensitive stories, and appropriate guidance and protocols will be provided.
Volunteer Media & Storytelling Officer in Huddersfield employer: Fresh Futures group
Fresh Futures is an exceptional employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of vulnerable children and families across Yorkshire. As a charity, we foster a supportive and collaborative work culture that values creativity and initiative, offering volunteers the chance to gain hands-on experience in PR and media while contributing to vital community services. With flexible volunteering opportunities and ongoing training, you will not only enhance your skills but also play a crucial role in raising awareness and driving positive change in your local area.
