Be Part of Something Bigger

Volunteer with Hillingdon Vision (CIC)

At Hillingdon Vision (CIC), we work closely with Hillingdon Vision Media Trust (CIO) to support volunteering across our programmes. All charitable volunteering and educational opportunities are managed and overseen by the CIO, while CIC is contracted to facilitate and deliver these programmes.

How Volunteering Works

Charitable Volunteering:

All opportunities to support charities, community groups, workshops, clubs, or media projects are approved and coordinated by the CIO. CIC delivers these services under contract, but the CIO retains full control over eligibility and volunteer management.

Commercial Volunteering:

When CIO volunteers work on commercial CIC operations, an agreed fee for their time is paid to the CIO.

Training & Work Experience: Volunteers taking part in on-the-job training, work experience, or course-related programmes are not paid, as CIC is already contracted to deliver these activities.

Non-Commercial Activities:

Volunteers helping with internal or charitable work (for example, newspaper articles or community projects) are not paid, as no commercial revenue is involved.

Benefits of Volunteering

Gain hands-on experience in media, photography, videography, and community projects.
Learn from professionals and receive training during practical activities.
Support charities and community organisations while making a real difference in Hillingdon.
Be part of a collaborative team that bridges charitable and operational programmes.

How to Get Involved

Apply Online – complete the volunteer application through the CIO.
Approval – the CIO reviews your details and confirms eligibility.
Orientation & Training – CIC facilitates onboarding, training, and scheduling under the CIO’s guidance.
Start Volunteering – participate in charitable or, where applicable, commercial projects, following the payment and work experience rules outlined above.

EXPLORE VOLUNTEER ROLES

Role	Description	Average Commitment Level Needed	Training Preferred
Content Creator	Write articles, features, or help with storytelling.	Medium (3-5 hours/week)	No
Admin/Organiser	Support event planning, scheduling, and coordination.	Medium (3-6 hours/week)	Yes
Social Media Helper	Manage posts, engage audiences, and grow our community online.	Low to Medium (2-4 hours/week)	No
Events and Street Photography	Capture live moments and tell stories through your lens.	Variable (event-based, occasional)	No
Multimedia Volunteer	Assist with photo and video production, editing, and storytelling. Training preferred.	Medium to High (4-6 hours/week)	No
Training Support	Help train new volunteers in journalism and media skills.	Low to Medium (2-4 hours/week)	No
Event Coordinator	Organizes and manages volunteer activities and events ensuring smooth operation.	Moderate	Yes
Food Distributor	Distributes food supplies to those in need efficiently and with compassion.	Low	No
Fundraising Assistant	Assists in planning and executing fundraising campaigns to support organizational goals.	Moderate	Yes
Tutor	Provides academic support and mentoring to students to enhance their learning experience.	High	Yes
Administrative Support	Handles clerical tasks including data entry, scheduling, and communication for the team.	Low	No