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

What You'll Do: 

When:  Sunday 13 September 2026

Where:  Great North Run race route - Exact cheer point location is TBC it will be emailed once confirmed.

What3Words:  TBC

 

Bring your own camer 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 opportunites, as identified.

Why You'll Love It: 
A first-class experience soaking up the atmosphere of the event. Credit for photographs used/published. Reasonable travel expenses of £25 per volunteer per day will be covered in line with our 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
Middlesbrough
0 Hours / Week
Skills you will develop: 
Teamwork/Collaboration
Communication
Empathy
Interpersonal / Confidence
Skills you should possess: 
Photography

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