Mentor A Promise
Photographer (Volunteer)
Mentor A Promise (MAP) – Remote and/or New York City – Volunteer (Unpaid)
About Mentor A Promise Mentor A Promise (MAP) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting children and youth ages 5–18 experiencing housing instability in New York City. Through mentorship, academic enrichment, creative expression, and housing initiatives, MAP creates safe, consistent, and empowering spaces where young people can thrive.
Our Communications & Creative Media team captures the heart of MAP’s work — telling powerful stories of resilience, hope, and community impact. We are seeking a
Photographer Volunteer
to help document our programs, events, and community partnerships through compelling imagery that strengthens our mission and digital presence.
About The Role We’re looking for a talented and enthusiastic Photographer Volunteer to visually document our organization’s activities, events, and community stories. Your photos will help us tell our story, strengthen engagement, and enhance our digital presence across our website, publications, and social media platforms. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys capturing authentic human stories and wants to use their creative skills for social impact.
Key Responsibilities
Capture high-quality images at MAP events, workshops, and community activities
Edit, organize, and prepare images for web, print, and promotional use
Collaborate with the content, marketing, and design teams to select impactful visuals
Ensure a consistent visual style aligned with MAP’s mission and brand identity
Maintain photography equipment and manage digital files and archives
Support visual storytelling initiatives for campaigns, reports, and social media
Check and respond to emails daily, ensuring all responses are completed within 48 hours
Take responsibility for performance improvement by refining workflow, image quality, and creative storytelling impact
Qualifications
Experience in event, portrait, or documentary photography (professional or hobbyist)
Strong creative eye and attention to composition, lighting, and narrative detail
Familiarity with photo editing software (Lightroom, Photoshop, or similar)
Ability to work collaboratively and meet project deadlines
Ownership of photography equipment preferred
Interest in social justice, youth empowerment, or nonprofit storytelling a plus
Commitment
Volunteer position requiring approximately 5–10 hours per week
Minimum 6‑month commitment preferred
Hybrid in‑person photography in New York City with remote editing and coordination
What You’ll Gain
Opportunity to build a portfolio capturing real community impact and social change
Collaboration with creative professionals, mentors, and program leaders
Experience in nonprofit storytelling and digital media production
Professional references, mentorship, and credit in published materials
The fulfillment of using art to amplify voices and stories that matter
Application Process Please send your resume, LinkedIn profile, and a portfolio or sample of your photography work to hr@mentorapromise.org with the subject line "Photographer Volunteer." You may also apply directly here: https://forms.gle/ptgy2zBZXJB1q7GV8
Capture with purpose — help us tell the stories of promise, resilience, and hope that light up every corner of our community.
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About Mentor A Promise Mentor A Promise (MAP) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting children and youth ages 5–18 experiencing housing instability in New York City. Through mentorship, academic enrichment, creative expression, and housing initiatives, MAP creates safe, consistent, and empowering spaces where young people can thrive.
Our Communications & Creative Media team captures the heart of MAP’s work — telling powerful stories of resilience, hope, and community impact. We are seeking a
Photographer Volunteer
to help document our programs, events, and community partnerships through compelling imagery that strengthens our mission and digital presence.
About The Role We’re looking for a talented and enthusiastic Photographer Volunteer to visually document our organization’s activities, events, and community stories. Your photos will help us tell our story, strengthen engagement, and enhance our digital presence across our website, publications, and social media platforms. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys capturing authentic human stories and wants to use their creative skills for social impact.
Key Responsibilities
Capture high-quality images at MAP events, workshops, and community activities
Edit, organize, and prepare images for web, print, and promotional use
Collaborate with the content, marketing, and design teams to select impactful visuals
Ensure a consistent visual style aligned with MAP’s mission and brand identity
Maintain photography equipment and manage digital files and archives
Support visual storytelling initiatives for campaigns, reports, and social media
Check and respond to emails daily, ensuring all responses are completed within 48 hours
Take responsibility for performance improvement by refining workflow, image quality, and creative storytelling impact
Qualifications
Experience in event, portrait, or documentary photography (professional or hobbyist)
Strong creative eye and attention to composition, lighting, and narrative detail
Familiarity with photo editing software (Lightroom, Photoshop, or similar)
Ability to work collaboratively and meet project deadlines
Ownership of photography equipment preferred
Interest in social justice, youth empowerment, or nonprofit storytelling a plus
Commitment
Volunteer position requiring approximately 5–10 hours per week
Minimum 6‑month commitment preferred
Hybrid in‑person photography in New York City with remote editing and coordination
What You’ll Gain
Opportunity to build a portfolio capturing real community impact and social change
Collaboration with creative professionals, mentors, and program leaders
Experience in nonprofit storytelling and digital media production
Professional references, mentorship, and credit in published materials
The fulfillment of using art to amplify voices and stories that matter
Application Process Please send your resume, LinkedIn profile, and a portfolio or sample of your photography work to hr@mentorapromise.org with the subject line "Photographer Volunteer." You may also apply directly here: https://forms.gle/ptgy2zBZXJB1q7GV8
Capture with purpose — help us tell the stories of promise, resilience, and hope that light up every corner of our community.
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