Volunteer Opportunities
Oxfam Chorlton shop is joining the Oxfam Online Shop!
Oxfam Online Shop sells exciting donated fashion and accessories to a world-wide audience. We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers who are interested in photography and are available for at least 2 hours a week. You will photograph the donated clothes, shoes and accessories in our fully-equipped new base above the Oxfam Chorlton shop. It is a great opportunity to join a brand new project, develop camera and lighting techniques, as well a chance to expand basic computer skills with our photo-editing soft ware.
You'll have training with the equipment and editing soft ware to create accurate and attractive photographs which are essential for selling online.
Come and join our exciting new team and help Oxfam to end extreme poverty for good.
This grid shows when you can volunteer for this opportunity.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Preparing the stock for photography (e.g. steaming, polishing, dressing mannequin)
-Setting up the lighting equipment
- Take multiple photographs to illustrate the item for sale
-Upload and edit the photographs
We will provide training for all the equipment and editing software, as well as an introduction and guidance to the Oxfam Online Shop
Key Skills:
- An interest in fashion
- Basic IT skills and competency
- Attention to detail
- Basic photography skills
-Ability to work independently, but with guidance and support
-Technical garment experience would be highly desirable but not essential
- Some clothing knowledge would be advantageous but not essential
- Desire to learn or develop new skills in the field of online retail
What we can give you:
-An opportunity to work for a global organisation and contribute towards Oxfam's mission of achieving a just world without poverty.
-References provided for future employers.
-An insight into the processes involved within e-commerce
-The opportunity to develop photography and computer skills
-Lunch and local travel expenses will be reimbursed in line with Oxfam's expense policy