Photography Volunteer
***Currently Placing Volunteers***
Youth Photography & Documentation Volunteers help build a year-round photo library of the Arboretum’s gardens and landscapes. Volunteers capture images that reflect the full Arboretum experience, including plants and collections in bloom, changing seasons, garden landscapes, paths and vistas, structures and features, interpretive signage, wildlife, and moments that show how the Arboretum feels at different times of day and year. Photos are uploaded and logged to support future communications, outreach, and promotional materials.
Participants receive a task sheet from the Graham Visitors Center that includes a map of the grounds, suggested garden collections or areas to photograph, and clear instructions for uploading images and logging service hours. All work is completed independently and does not require on-site supervision.
This opportunity is available year-round and can be completed on a flexible schedule. Volunteers choose when to visit and complete photography tasks at their own pace.
This opportunity is ideal for middle and high school students seeking service hours who enjoy photography, being outdoors, and working independently. This role is especially well suited for youth who need flexibility due to school schedules, transportation limitations, or supervision requirements.
Requirements:
- Open to minors seeking community or school service credit
- Ability to independently navigate Arboretum grounds
- Access to a smartphone or camera capable of taking clear photos
- Completion of required youth volunteer forms and documentation
- Ability to follow written instructions for photography and uploading
