Could you help to capture the amazing atmosphere of the Great North Run and create keepsakes for our team of runners? Bring your photography skills to race day to snap our fundraisers and volunteers in image form.

What You'll Do: 
  • When: Sunday 7 September 2025
  • Where: Great North Run race route – Exact cheer point location is TBC it will be emailed once confirmed.
  • What3Words: TBC
  • Supported by: Mass Participation team

What will I do?

  • Bring your own camera equipment
  • Snap and/or video Teenage Cancer Trust runners, volunteers, the crowds and race day in general, capturing the unparalleled atmosphere of the race
  • Advise the charity on potential photography opportunities, as identified.
Why You'll Love It: 
A first-class experience soaking up the atmosphere of the event
What You'll Learn: 
Credit for photographs used/published Reasonable travel expenses will be reimbursed in line with our volunteer expenses policy Support beforehand and on the day from your volunteer manager
What We're Looking For: 
Ideally, you’ll be a professional or talented amateur photographer, or a photography student looking to develop your portfolio and your own camera The ability to build rapport with supporters and young people with cancer An understanding of photography and some good experience of this type of work Creativity and initiative to take the best possible shots
Summary
Volunteering
Young People
Health
Another city in the UK
0 Weeks Minimum
4 Hours / Week
Skills you will develop: 
Problem Solving
Teamwork/Collaboration
Skills you should possess: 
Photography
Novice

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