Why did you get involved in vinspired Lake of Stars?
I went to the festival two years ago and loved it and everything that it was about. It's a great concept so I really wanted to help out when I got back.
What did you do?
In the UK I: co-ordinated promotion for volunteer-led vinspired Lake of Stars events in Reading, Manchester and Bristol, co-ordinated marketing and promotion, book artists for future events, work with young volunteer journalists, doing artist liaison at UK gigs, managing bookings for UK events, assessing coverage of events and DJing at a number of events as part of the vinspired Lake of Stars with Rich Mix Presents series.
Whilst the team were in Malawi I: managed the office, liaised with artists going to the festival and made sure SWAY got on his flight!
What next?
I’m using the experience and contacts gained to get a really ace job in the field I want to get into, events promotion.
Would you recommend volunteering for other young people?
Yes. It's a really enjoyable thing to do, and it is a fantastic way to expand your skillset.
If you are 16-25 and would like to volunteer, find opportunities at vinspired.com
Words and photo by Andy Lemay, vinspired volunteer
