Volunteer Marketing Assistant

Location: Primarily remote, with some in-person meetings and events

Hours: Flexible, approx. 2-6 hours per week

About Us:
We are a Community Interest Company (CIC) dedicated to running a dementia-friendly community radio station. Our mission is to serve and engage our local community by providing inclusive programming that brings people together through music, conversation, and outreach. We are committed to creating a welcoming space for everyone, including those affected by dementia, ensuring accessibility and connection for all.

Role Overview:
We are looking for a creative and enthusiastic Volunteer Marketing Assistant to help promote our station and its initiatives. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop marketing skills, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to a meaningful cause.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create eye-catching promotional images for social media and print using Canva

• Edit photos for marketing and promotional use

• Write compelling ad copy to engage our audience

• Contribute to the station’s newsletter with updates and features

• Attend and participate in marketing group meetings

• Represent and promote the station at community events

What We’re Looking For:

• Passion for community engagement and inclusivity

• Some experience or interest in marketing, social media, or design

• Familiarity with Canva (or willingness to learn)

• Good written communication skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

What You’ll Gain:

• Practical marketing and content creation experience

• The opportunity to make a real impact in a community-focused organization

• A chance to meet like-minded people and build connections

If you're interested in joining our team, we'd love to hear from you! Contact us at hello@mdfr.co.uk.

Volunteer Radio Presenter

Location: In-studio with some preparation done remotely
Hours: Approx. 2 hours per week/fortnight in-studio, plus 2 hours of preparation at home

About Us:
We are a Community Interest Company (CIC) dedicated to running a dementia-friendly community radio station. Our mission is to serve and engage our local community by providing inclusive programming that brings people together through music, conversation, and outreach. We are committed to creating a welcoming space for everyone, including those affected by dementia, ensuring accessibility and connection for all.

Role Overview:
We are looking for enthusiastic Volunteer Radio Presenters to host engaging one-hour radio shows on a weekly or fortnightly basis. No prior experience is required, as full training will be provided. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop broadcasting skills, share your passion for music, and make a real difference in the community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Present a one-hour radio show every one or two weeks

• Choose a selection of music around a theme (e.g., genre, era) for each show

• Introduce each song and share interesting, dementia-friendly trivia and personal memories the songs evoke

• Engage with the audience in an inclusive and accessible manner

• Presenters can also choose to create shows based around sporting memories, local history, or other subjects that might elicit reminiscence

What We’re Looking For:

• Passion for music and community engagement

• Enthusiasm for radio presenting (no prior experience needed)

• Good communication skills and a warm, friendly approach

• Willingness to learn and receive training

• Ability to commit to regular show preparation and presentation

What You’ll Gain:

• Hands-on experience in radio presenting with full training provided

• The opportunity to share your love of music with the community

• A chance to make a meaningful impact in a dementia-friendly environment

• A welcoming and supportive team to be part of

If you're interested in joining our team, we'd love to hear from you! Contact us at hello@mdfr.co.uk.

Volunteer Audio Engineer

Location: In-studio with some remote editing possible

Hours: Minimum of 2 hours per week in-studio, with the possibility of up to 16 hours per week depending on availability. Some editing duties can be fulfilled remotely when agreed upon.

About Us:
We are a Community Interest Company (CIC) dedicated to running a dementia-friendly community radio station. Our mission is to serve and engage our local community by providing inclusive programming that brings people together through music, conversation, and outreach. We are committed to creating a welcoming space for everyone, including those affected by dementia, ensuring accessibility and connection for all.

Role Overview:
We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Volunteer Audio Engineer to assist with the technical aspects of our radio productions. Some prior experience is required, but additional training will be provided. This is a great opportunity to develop hands-on experience in audio production while contributing to a meaningful community initiative.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up recording equipment, including microphones, mixer, and DAW (Ableton Live)

• Source and/or locate suitable audio files and load them into the system (PlayoutOne)

• Cue and play music for presenters if required

• Oversee recording sessions, keeping notes of any edits that might be needed

• Edit, mix, and export the final version of each show, ensuring high audio quality

• Collaborate with presenters and producers to enhance sound and production quality

What We’re Looking For:

• Some experience with audio engineering, recording, or production

• Familiarity with Ableton Live or willingness to learn

• Strong attention to detail and ability to ensure high-quality sound

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

• Enthusiasm for community engagement and dementia-friendly programming

What You’ll Gain:

• Hands-on experience in audio engineering and production

• The opportunity to contribute to an inclusive and community-driven initiative

• A chance to develop technical and creative skills in a supportive environment

• A welcoming and passionate team to work with

If you're interested in joining our team, we'd love to hear from you! Contact us at hello@mdfr.co.uk.

Volunteer Research Assistant

Location: Remote and in-field research

Hours: Approx. 1-4 hours per week

About Us:
We are a Community Interest Company (CIC) dedicated to running a dementia-friendly community radio station. Our mission is to serve and engage our local community by providing inclusive programming that brings people together through music, conversation, and outreach. We are committed to creating a welcoming space for everyone, including those affected by dementia, ensuring accessibility and connection for all.

Role Overview:
We are looking for a detail-oriented and curious Volunteer Research Assistant to help us better understand the needs and interests of the dementia community. This role involves a mix of market research—gathering insights on what the community wants from our station—and more academic-style research to support our programming and outreach efforts. Work will be a blend of remote tasks and in-the-field engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct market research to identify the needs and preferences of the dementia community regarding radio programming

• Assist in more academic-style research to support content development and outreach strategies

• Gather data through surveys, interviews, and focus groups

• Analyze findings and present insights to the team

• Work collaboratively with station staff and volunteers to implement research findings into programming

What We’re Looking For:

• Interest in research, social studies, or community engagement

• Strong analytical and communication skills

• Ability to conduct interviews and surveys with empathy and professionalism

• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team

• Willingness to engage with the dementia community in a respectful and supportive manner

What You’ll Gain:

• Experience in both market and academic research

• The opportunity to contribute to an inclusive and community-driven initiative

• A chance to develop research and analytical skills in a meaningful context

• A welcoming and supportive team environment

If you're interested in joining our team, we'd love to hear from you! Contact us at hello@mdfr.co.uk.

Location: Remote, with occasional in-person meetings
Hours: Approximately 2-4 hours per week

About Us:
We are a Community Interest Company (CIC) dedicated to running a dementia-friendly community radio station. Our mission is to serve and engage our local community by providing inclusive programming that brings people together through music, conversation, and outreach. We are committed to creating a welcoming space for everyone, including those affected by dementia, ensuring accessibility and connection for all.

Role Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and enthusiastic Volunteer Radio Programming Assistant to help curate and manage the overall content of our broadcasts. This role involves working with our scheduling software, PlayIt Live, to upload and update our schedule, ensuring our programming remains engaging, relevant, and accessible for our audience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in curating the overall content of the broadcast schedule

• Use PlayIt Live to upload, update, and manage scheduled programming

• Ensure content aligns with our dementia-friendly principles and audience needs

• Collaborate with presenters and producers to coordinate program timing and content

• Monitor the schedule for any gaps, inconsistencies, or technical issues

• Update the marketing team and continuity writers about any programming changes or details

• Attend occasional in-person or virtual meetings to discuss programming strategy

What We’re Looking For:

• Interest in radio programming, broadcasting, or media production

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

• Willingness to learn and work with PlayIt Live (training provided if needed)

• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a wider team

• Enthusiasm for dementia-friendly broadcasting and community engagement

What You’ll Gain:

• Hands-on experience in radio programming and content management

• The opportunity to contribute to an inclusive and community-driven initiative

• A chance to develop technical and creative skills in broadcasting

• A welcoming and supportive team environment

If you're interested in joining our team, we'd love to hear from you!