About Tipperary Talking Newspapers
We provide an abridged version of news items from local newspapers in audio format on USB sticks which are then distributed weekly to Blind and visually impaired clients throughout Tipperary and beyond.
What's Involved
Reading articles selected and edited by the Editors which the readers take in turn to record as mp3 digital files.
What's required for this position
• Comfortable reading aloud as part of a 3 person team.
• A clear well pronounced voice.
• Flexible to change in recording team role.
• Comfortable around Recording Equipment
• Dependable
• Personable Skills
Level of English required for this role:
Fluent English
Times and commitment required for this role
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Minimum time commitment: 6 months
Hours required: 4hrs Monthly
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Thurles
Other location details:
Premier Hall Thurles
Screening details for this role:
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Supervision
- Initial induction and training
Age restrictions:
Over 18
Is this opportunity suitable for groups/teams of volunteers?
No
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
The satisfaction and comradery of being part of a group of volunteers whose efforts assist in bringing the local news in a usable format to the visually impaired and blind.
