Community Visual Media Volunteer

Overview

Inspiring, supportive, and committed – just a few of the words we\’d use to describe our volunteers. At Rethink Mental Illness, volunteers are at the heart of what we do. They play a vital role in supporting our services and making a real difference in people\\\’s lives. If you\\\’re looking for a rewarding role where you can have a positive impact while developing your own skills and experience, we\\\’d love you to join us.

About the role

Do you have a passion for photography and videography, and enjoy capturing stories that inspire others? We\\\’re looking for creative and enthusiastic volunteers to help us showcase the work of the Derbyshire Recovery Peer Support Service (DRPSS) by documenting our groups, events, and community activities. As a Community Visual Media Volunteer, you\\\’ll:

• Capture high-quality photos and videos of groups, events, and activities
• Work alongside staff to plan and attend sessions and events
• Ensure photo/video consent is gained and recorded appropriately
• Upload and organise media on a shared drive for staff to use in reports, social media, and promotional materials

You\\\’ll play a key role in helping us highlight the positive impact of our work and inspiring others to get involved. Full training and regular supervision will be provided, so you\\\’ll feel confident and supported in your role.

About the service

The Derbyshire Recovery Peer Support Service (DRPSS) helps people improve and maintain their mental health and wellbeing, and reconnect with their local community. We offer one-to-one support, telephone support, and community groups to anyone over 18 in Derbyshire who is experiencing mental ill health. Your creative skills will help bring our service to life, celebrate people\\\’s stories, and showcase the difference our community makes.

What will make you a great fit for this role

• Good knowledge of photography and videography
• Access to equipment and digital editing software
• Good ICT skills
• Understanding of mental health support and safeguarding
• A supportive, non-judgmental approach when working with people from all backgrounds

It\\\’s not essential, but you may also bring:

• Lived experience of mental ill health
• Knowledge of local services and communities
• A full driving licence and access to a vehicle

How to apply

To apply, simply click the \”apply now\” button on the advert on our website and complete a short interest form. If you have any questions about this role, please get in touch: Annie Nichols (Service Manager).

Who we are

We\\\’re Rethink Mental Illness, a leading charity provider of mental health services in England. We support thousands of people through our groups, services, policy, campaigns and advice and information. Our work supports us in delivering on our mission: \”A better life for everyone severely affected by mental illness.\” It is an exciting time to join our growing charity. We are on a transformation journey, delivering Communities that Care. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion are important to us. We value staff networks and are committed to becoming an anti-racist organisation. We encourage applications from everyone, including people with lived experience and LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds.