Diplomatic Engagements Photographer Volunteer

Film Diplomacy is seeking a creative, reliable and detail-oriented Diplomatic Engagements Photographer Volunteer to document our official meetings, institutional visits, international engagements and major events through photography.
The volunteer will accompany Film Diplomacy representatives to selected meetings with embassies, consulates, government institutions and other organisations in Istanbul, capturing professional photographs of official interactions, delegations and important moments. The role will also include documenting the Film Diplomacy Conference 2026, from diplomatic assemblies and roundtables to guest arrivals, film screenings and the awards ceremony.
Key Responsibilities
Accompany Film Diplomacy representatives to official meetings, institutional visits and external engagements in Istanbul.
Capture high-quality photographs of meetings, delegations, official interactions and key moments.
Photograph conference sessions, roundtables, invited guests, filmmakers and participants.
Document Film Diplomacy's activities for its website, social media, publications and institutional reports.
Obtain the necessary permissions before photographing or publishing images from restricted or sensitive meetings.
Required Qualifications
Experience or demonstrated ability in photography, event photography or visual documentation.
Access to a suitable camera or a smartphone capable of capturing high-quality photographs.
Professional conduct when accompanying representatives to official meetings.
Willingness to attend in-person engagements and events across Istanbul.
Photo editing skills are an advantage.
Turkish and English proficiency is preferred; additional languages are an advantage.
Confidentiality and Commitment
The selected volunteer must sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) before accessing confidential information.
Photographs and information from private meetings must be handled responsibly and kept confidential where required.
Images must not be published or shared without appropriate authorisation.
The volunteer must follow Film Diplomacy's guidelines for photography, editing, archiving and publication.
Professionalism, discretion, reliability and respect for official protocols are essential.
Commitment: 3 hours per day, Monday to Friday, until 15 December 2026, with additional attendance at selected meetings and events as required.
What the Volunteer Gains
Practical experience documenting official meetings, institutional visits and international engagements.
Opportunities to photograph high-level events and an international conference.
Experience building a professional photography portfolio, subject to publication permissions.
Practical skills in event documentation, visual storytelling and media coordination.
An official volunteer certificate upon satisfactory completion of the agreed responsibilities.
Position type: Volunteer
Location: Istanbul, Türkiye. In-person attendance at selected meetings and events is required.
Languages: Turkish and English preferred.
If you enjoy capturing meaningful moments, have an eye for photography and want to document the work of an international youth-led initiative, we welcome your application to Film Diplomacy.

Work arrangement
Yes