Why did you get involved in vinspired Lake of Stars?
I’m really into the London music scene, and getting involved in new media, marketing and promotion. Volunteering for vLOS sounded like a great way to get involved in all these areas in my university summer holiday.
What did you do?
In the UK I: was marketing co-ordinator for Lake of Stars. I did marketing and promotion for the festival and the club nights we ran in the UK. I also worked front of house at one club night and ran my own club night after that. I interviewed the Maccabees and DJ Yoda, which was awesome, and worked on blogs and social networking sites.
In Kenya I: was tour manager looking after a couple of DJ’s and a journalist whilst we did a warm up gig in Nairobi. We also had the pleasure of doing a gig for the children in the slums whilst children did acrobatics.
In Malawi I: was a steward manager working at the box office with the stewards and dealing with any problems that arose whilst on duty. I also filled in on different roles when the need arose such as festival control and artist liason.
What next?
I’m using the experience and contacts gained to promote and market my radio show as well as put on my own club nights at my uni. I will also be writing articles for my uni newspaper and looking to get involved in a lot more things in the future.
Would you recommend volunteering for other young people?
Without a doubt!
If you're 16-25 and would like to volunteer, find opportunities at vinspired.com
Words and photo by Matt Lenzi, vinspired volunteer
