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Recording technician

Could you help us bring an audio version of the local newspaper to our visually impaired listeners?
Flexible hours Flexible Wakefield East view map

We need a technician to record a monthly audio version of the Wakefield Express. You would be part of 4 rotating teams of readers and technicians . If you have basic computer skills we can offer training in Audacity recording software. The Talking Newspaper is run by dedicated volunteers. The time commitment is around 3-4 hours on Friday afternoon/ evening every 4 weeks. We have around 140 visually impaired listeners in the Wakefield area who appreciate this free service bringing them the local news .

Expenses

Any parking fees or expense incurred if you have to purchase the paper.
Deadline: Tue 1st October, 2024

Categories

Health & Disability

Suitable for

People new to volunteering, People who are older

Accessibility

Accessible toilet(s)

Minimum age

21

Skills gained

IT / Computers, Organising, Talking to others, Teamwork, Maths/Numeracy

Skills needed

IT / Computers, Teamwork

Requirements

Own computer (or access to one), References

Wakefield Talking Newspaper

35 Peterson Road, Wakefield, UK
We provide an audio version of The Wakefield Express each week for blind or visually impaired listeners.
01924 201000
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