You don't have to be a performer to join YMT: UK. There are plenty of other opportunities available, whatever your skills or interests.  We are always looking for people to assist with the administration of our projects in our London Headquarters and in our UK regional offices. It doesn't matter where you live, or how much time you have to give, there's a role for you! 

If you want to help a busy not-for-profit arts organisation, read on to find out about the opportunities available.

London Office Volunteers

What sort of people are we looking for?
Anyone with some free time, and keen to give a helping hand. Ideal for students, the early retired or those taking a break from work
What would I be doing?
General office tasks, such as opening post, taking calls & messages, copying, and helping the team out with the urgent tasks of the day. Or if you have a special skill, such as fundraising, there may be a specific task you could help us with.
What skills do I need?
Flexible attitude to work, good with people (in person and on the phone), wanting to help out, and an openness to learn.
How much time commitment?
1 - 3 days a week, consistently over a period of time.

London Office Placements

What sort of people are we looking for?
Ideal for college students on arts administration/arts management courses, or anyone keen to develop existing office skills in an arts organisation.
What would I be doing?
Following an induction period, you'd be assigned a mentor, and work within a department on specific projects.
What skills do I need?
Basic Microsoft Office computer packages (Word, Excel, Access, Explorer), flexible attitude, willingness to learn  and to 'muck in'.
How much time commitment?
20 days +.

London Office Internships

What sort of people are we looking for?
A recent graduate (usually arts administration/arts management courses), keen to gain work experience for their CV, or a professional looking to retrain and change career direction.  Also good for people with specific skills, looking to do a specific research project.
What would I be doing?
Following an induction period, you'd be assigned a mentor within one department, with whom you'd decide specific projects on which you'd research and undertake.
What skills do I need?
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office computer packages, career minded, self-motivated, and a willingness to learn and 'muck in'.
How much time commitment?
2 - 3 months + (negotiable).
Click here for more information about our Internship Programme

Local UK-wide Volunteers

What sort of people are we looking for?
People with 1-2 days available per week, ideal for someone working part time, taking a break from work or retired. Would suit good communicators with a knowledge of their local community
What would I be doing?
Following an induction period, you would start with a research period during which you would map your local area for schools, colleges, special schools and youth clubs; you will research local grant giving trusts and other funders, undertake a programme of interviews with schools and have a target of young people to introduce to the company either from schools or other local contacts. 
What skills do I need?
A working knowledge of Microsoft Office computer packages, self-motivated, ability to work on your own and a willingness to learn about the ethos behind the charity. You will also need to be a good communicator and hold meetings with local organisations on your own.
How much time commitment?
1 - 2 days per week

GENERAL INFORMATION

Volunteering with YMT: UK could involve working with one or more of these departments:

• Production Administration (including technical aspects of all touring productions, schedules, staff appointments & contracting, liaison with venues, etc.)
• Development (including supporting fundraising strategy, delivering sponsors benefits, co-ordinating events & invites, etc)
• Arts Development (including project management of cast & orchestral auditions, & backstage interviews, capacity building for young people, evaluation, etc.)
• Marketing (including planning & implementing marketing campaigns and print, including posters and leaflets, press strategies, etc.)
• Pastoral (including sending schedules to company members, venue bookings, etc)
• Office Administration (including reception, office diary, general enquiries, and project management of The Studio workshops, etc).

Anyone interested in these areas will work closely with existing members of the core operations team, in a support role.  We provide ongoing training and support as necessary.  The type of work is dependent on the projects being planned and the productions taking place at the time.

An interest in the personal and creative development of young people is also desirable.  Because of the nature of our work, applicants must be over 18 (Work Experience placements are sometimes available for people under 18).  Due to the nature of the company, and our work with young people, you will be asked to complete a Criminal Record Bureau (CRB) disclosure form.

The working hours, and the timescale for these projects are open to negotiation.  They will generally fall within our typical office opening hours, around 10.30am - 6.00pm.  Because our events take place all over the country, some travelling may be required.

Although we will try to get volunteers to see our productions or workshops, schedules and travel permitting, the volunteer positions we offer are office based, and relate to arts administration activities.

APPLYING FOR VOLUNTARY WORK

Anyone interested should complete the application form below and send it (with a CV, if you have one) to paulgriffiths@ymtuk.org or by post to Paul Griffiths, YMT: UK, 40 Parkgate Road, Battersea, SW11 4JH.

We will contact you on receipt of your application form, and if there are positions available, arrange an interview with you in the office to discuss your application.