Soccer/Sport Photographer
Description
Position Overview:
We are seeking a passionate and skilled Soccer/Sport Photographer to volunteer their time to capture the excitement, energy, and spirit of our soccer events and sports programs. Your photographs will play a crucial role in promoting our programs, celebrating our participants’ achievements, and sharing our story with the community.
Key Responsibilities:
Attend soccer games and sports events organized by our program.
Capture high-quality action shots, candid moments, and team photos.
Edit and process photos to ensure they meet our quality standards.
Collaborate with the marketing and communications team to select photos for promotional materials, social media, and our website.
Maintain and organize a digital photo library.
Respect the privacy and rights of participants, ensuring all photos comply with our organization’s consent policies.
Qualifications:
Experience in sports photography with a strong portfolio showcasing your work.
Proficiency in using professional camera equipment and photo editing software.
Ability to capture dynamic and high-energy moments.
Strong attention to detail and creativity.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Flexibility to attend events during weekends and evenings as needed.
How will this opportunity benefit the volunteer?
Benefits:
Opportunity to support a meaningful cause and make a positive impact on the lives of marginalized youth.
Gain valuable experience and expand your photography portfolio.
Network with other volunteers and professionals in the community.
Receive recognition and appreciation for your contributions.
How will the organization benefit?
Benefits to the Organization
Enhanced Program Visibility:
High-quality photographs will showcase the organization's activities, helping to highlight the positive impact on marginalized youth. This can attract more participants, volunteers, and supporters.
Improved Marketing and Communications:
Professional photos can be used in marketing materials, social media, and the organization's website, creating a visually appealing and engaging presence that can reach a wider audience.
Increased Engagement:
Captivating images of events and activities can boost engagement on social media platforms, leading to higher visibility and interaction with the community.
Stronger Donor Relations:
Visual storytelling through photography can effectively convey the success stories and progress of the organization’s programs, strengthening relationships with current donors and attracting potential new donors.
Documentation of Achievements:
A comprehensive photo archive will document the organization's history and achievements, providing valuable resources for annual reports, grant applications, and promotional campaigns.
Community Building:
Sharing photos of participants and events fosters a sense of community and belonging among the youth, their families, and the broader community. It helps to build pride and support for the organization's mission.
Volunteer and Staff Morale:
Celebrating events and successes through photography can boost morale among volunteers and staff, recognizing their hard work and dedication.
Attracting Partnerships:
High-quality visuals can enhance the organization's appeal to potential partners, including businesses, schools, and other non-profits, leading to collaborations and sponsorship opportunities.
Empowering Youth:
Seeing themselves in professional photos can empower and motivate the youth, boosting their confidence and sense of achievement.
Professional Image:
A portfolio of professional photography helps to present the organization as well-established and reputable, enhancing its credibility and trustworthiness in the eyes of stakeholders.
By leveraging the skills of a volunteer photographer, our organization can significantly amplify its reach, impact, and ability to fulfill its mission of supporting marginalized youth.
Volunteer location:
815 St Laurent blvd, 220 - RA Centre, - 2451 Riverside Dr., Ottawa, ON K1H 7X7, and TD Place: 1015 Bank St, Ottawa, ON K1S 3W7
Contact
1-6-days
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