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Home of ancient burial mounds, a Roman crossroad, a medieval priory, James I palace and the enigmatic Royston Cave, discover over 2000 years of Royston's story at Royston Museum.
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Digital Engagement Volunteer
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Summary
We’re looking for a creative Digital Engagement Volunteer to help us create engaging digital content that celebrates and shares the rich history of Royston.Detailed description
About Royston Museum Royston Museum is a family-friendly, accredited Museum, which celebrates and shares Royston’s heritage and stories, connecting people and places, past and present. Our vision is for Royston Museum to be a community hub, which celebrates our town’s heritage, nurtures curiosity and inspires conversations.
What does a Digital Engagement Volunteer do?
Our Digital Engagement Volunteer will help to create engaging online content to share the town’s rich heritage. You could be involved in:
- Researching and creating engaging content for different social media platforms, in particular content about the Museum’s collection
- Creating visual imagery for social media posts, including taking photographs and creating short videos
- Researching and drafting blog-style online exhibitions for the Museum’s website
- Promoting the Museum’s busy programme of events, including updating listing websites.
- Staying up to date with current trends
- Any other appropriate support and tasks in relation to the role
The role is supported by the Museum Director.
Who are we looking for?
This role would suit someone who:
- Has excellent communication skills and attention to detail
- Has strong computer skills
- Is confident using social media, particularly Facebook, Instagram and Bluesky
- Has experience of digital tools, like Canva or other basic photo/ video editing tools
- Can work independently, take initiative, and meet deadlines
- Is willing to represent the museum’s voice with professionalism and enthusiasm
Why volunteer with us?
We want volunteering with us to be an enjoyable and rewarding experience. Our volunteers can benefit from the opportunity to:
- Use existing skills and experience while gaining new ones
- Enhance CVs and portfolios for future employment or study
- Meet people and feel part of the community
- Learn about and enjoy their local heritage
- Make a difference
Perks to volunteering with us include:
- Free tea, coffee and biscuits whilst volunteering onsite
- 10% discount in the shop and 25% discount on pre-bookable events and workshops
For more information, including how to apply, visit our website.
About Royston Museum
With just under 20,000 objects in its Collection, Royston Museum celebrates and shares Royston’s heritage and stories; connecting people and places, past and present.