Volunteer - Aftersight

Become a Volunteer

Aftersight relies on our dedicated team of volunteers to fulfill our mission to provide news and information in audio format for the blind and low vision community of Colorado.

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Hear it from our Volunteer of the Month:

Volunteering with Aftersight: By the Numbers

Over 100

Active volunteers

400K

Podcast downloads tracked yearly.

10K

Episodes delivered yearly.

Interested? Discover what role is right for you and Apply today. Or contact: jennifer@aftersight.org. Note that some roles currently have a short waitlist, but by applying, you will be notified when opportunities open up.

Explore Volunteer Opportunities:

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Reader

Join hundreds of volunteers to read and record print materials for broadcast and podcast, from the comfort of your own home! Typically a 1-2 hour weekly commitment. Because this is a highly desired position, you might be placed on a short waitlist for an open show.

Good reading a speaking skills
Basic computer skills for recording audio.
A decent audio set-up in a quiet space (8+ GB RAM, good microphone, internet upload speed 10+mbps).
Pass a remote reading audition.

What can I expect in the audition?

After you submit an application, check your email inbox for instruction on completing your virtual audition. You will read, record, and submit your audition remotely at your earliest convenience. We will review the audition and be in contact with you about the next steps.

How do you choose what I will read?

Program assignments take into account our programming needs and your availability.

Volunteer Application

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What types of volunteer positions are you interested in?(Required)

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Reader (Read and record written content)

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English

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What kind of commitment can you make?(Required)

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Number of hours per week I can commit to volunteering at Aftersight(Required)

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NOTE: Morning refers to any time before noon. Evening refers to any time after noon. (Mountain Time Zone)

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Language Fluency(Required)

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Your skills

What specific skills or interests do you have that you would like to contribute in your volunteer work at Aftersight?

Other Information

What else would you like us to know about you?

How did you hear about us?

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VolunteerMatch.org

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Would you be willing to consent to a background check?

Some volunteer positions may require a background check, but not all do. We will only perform a background check if you will be interacting directly with our listeners.

Yes, I am willing to consent to a background check if needed.

No, I am not willing to consent to a background check.

Join our mailing list.

We would like to send occasional email messages from Aftersight. To join our emailing list, simply check the boxes of topics you are interested in receiving below. You can unsubscribe at any time. NOTE: You will still receive critical information regarding your volunteer assignments regardless of if you sign up for these additional emails.

Yes, I would like to be added to your mailing list.

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Would you like to donate to our cause?

Support our mission with a gift! As a nonprofit, every donation propels our cause. Consider contributing $5, $20, $50, or any amount that resonates with you. Thank you for making a difference!

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