2027 NSC STUDENT VOLUNTEER APPLICATION

Photo credits: Natalie Nigito (left and top right); Johnathan Henninger (bottom right)

Why Volunteer at the NPPA Northern Short Course

Volunteering at the Northern Short Course is one of the best ways to immerse yourself in the visual journalism community. As an NSC volunteer, you play a vital role in creating a welcoming, energetic environment where photographers, editors, students, and industry leaders come together to learn, grow, and connect.

Volunteers have the opportunity to attend workshops and sessions taught by award-winning photojournalists. You’ll learn practical skills in lighting, storytelling, business practices and more.

We strive to create a diverse and balanced volunteer team with a mix of students from various schools and experience levels. We are looking for volunteers who are excited to help us promote and run the Northern Short Course, create a welcoming and informative environment for our attendees and speakers, and who are looking to grow as photojournalists as part of a collaborative community.

Volunteer Benefits & Expectations

In appreciation for your time and commitment, the NSC provides shared hotel accommodations, meals from Thursday evening through Saturday evening, priority access to Portfolio Reviews, and complimentary registration for the Northern Short Course. (Please note: Thursday’s hands-on Workshops are not included.)

Volunteers rotate between attending workshops, assisting with registration, and supporting various event needs throughout the conference. The days are full typically running from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Volunteers are responsible for their own transportation to and from the event. We ask that all volunteers be available for the entire duration of the conference, arriving on Thursday, March 11th before noon and departing on Sunday, March 14th in the late morning.