Zoom In - Photography

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For courses call:
020 7720 7437
(9am to 1pm)

Other enquiries:
020 7720 2891
(12.30 to 5.30pm)

For Mutual Benefit
Volunteering Opportunities at Zoom-In

Volunteers' photograph of the month by Alia Zapparova

We are currently recruiting:
Committed volunteers to assist our tutors in our upcoming summer photography project

We are currently looking for volunteers to assist in a series of four workshops starting on the 21st July and running from Monday to Friday until the 22nd August. From Seeing To Showing has for aim to promote to its participants the concept of Volunteering. Through photography, creative exchange and team-spirit, the project strives to provide insight and valuable skills in teaching and running workshops, whilst simultaneously giving young people a means of self-expression. The applicants need experience in the following:

Basic knowledge of digital SLR manual functions
Basic knowledge of image manipulation with Photoshop CS2
Experience or interest in working with young people (11-18 years old)
Medium Format camera knowledge and basic darkroom skills a bonus
Able to commit to volunteering at least for a whole week or for one day a week over the month of August

If you are interested in helping out, please send your CV and a covering letter to:

Estelle Vincent
Clapham Leisure Centre
Clapham Manor Street
London
SW4 6DB

Volunteers at Zoom In have the opportunity to get involved in all aspects of the centre and in a number of different ways. As a well established but small charitable organisation, we are always very grateful for any time and skills that can be offered to us. Assisting tutors during course time, developing education projects and helping out on our exhibition programme are examples of the range of activities you can get involved with. Some of the more exciting activities available, and remember its all voluntary, range from doing the washing up to those little tasks collectively known as “stuffing envelopes”. I am sure you are all eager to get involved so don't all rush now.

However, an integral part of this scheme is to get volunteers involved in areas they are interested in learning about or where they want to gain experience. We also call on volunteers to assist with running the darkroom outside of our usual opening hours for our members who can only access the facilities in the evenings and at weekends due to work commitments.

Others come in to Zoom in to help us develop various strategies (e.g. fundraising, accounts, exhibitions, health and safety) intrinsic to our ongoing growth and development.

By getting involved with various tasks, our volunteers not only ensure that we can provide an excellent and efficient service but also gain valuable experience and training that they are able to use to further their own interests and careers in both arts, photography and business skills.

Have a look at our Volunteering Activities to see what kinds of things you could get involved with. Why not also check out some of the activities that our volunteers have been involved with over the years by looking at our Volunteers Profiles. Or fill out our Volunteers Application Form to become a volunteer of Zoom In.

Zoom In also offers a great work placement programme for young people and those returning to work please see our Work Placement Activities page for more details.

Of if you would like more information about volunteering at Zoom In please email us through our Volunteer Enquiries Form.

The History of volunteering at Zoom In
During Zoom-In's first five years of operation, the organisation was run entirely by the help of volunteers. Through the dedication and hard work of its volunteers, Zoom In has thrived and grown and is now an established and successful photography centre in the local and Greater London community.

How to go about volunteering for Zoom In
Zoom In encourages volunteers to build on their specific skills by allocating work accordingly. All volunteers are given a full induction, clear role descriptions, support and supervision.

If you are interested in volunteering for Zoom In please fill in the volunteer application form to register your interest. Alternatively you can send us your CV outlining relevant experience and times you are available to volunteer. If we have any available volunteer positions we may invite you in for an informal meeting to discuss volunteering opportunities.

Volunteer Application Form

Volunteer Enquiry Form

Or alternatively call us on 020 7720 2891 (from 12.30 - 5.30pm)

For general information please email us via our general enquiry form.
Or see our contact details for enquiries to specific departments.
Telephone for course information: 020 7720 7437 (from 9.00 - 13.00)
Telephone for Membership, Volunteering, Community Education: 020 7720 2891 (from 12.30 - 17.30)
Zoom In limited Clapham Leisure Centre Clapham Manor Street London SW4 6DB
Company Registered in England and Wales No: 03439591
Registered Charity No 1101308 - Registered Office as above

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