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WHAT IS VOLUNTEERING AT SYN? 

SYN volunteers are youth members of the organisation who are aged 12-25 and are involved in our broadcasting, events, production and other content creation. SYN volunteers are given the independence and the skills to create amazing content across our platforms! 

Volunteers are required to undertake one of SYN's induction programs which train young people in relevant media skills. Once trained, SYN volunteers get one year of membership, which is renewed on an annual basis. You can read more about SYN's training and induction opportunities below. We hope to see you at one of them!

HOW TO BECOME A VOLUNTEER

The quickest way to become a volunteer at SYN is to complete our one-day flagship Radio Announcer Training, involving online and in person modules on media law, making radio content and studio training. Inductions are structured around SYN's broadcasting 'seasons' which are four 10-week seasons aligned roughly with school terms, plus a fifth summer season with new, experimental and sun-soaked programming! 

Completing Radio Announcer Training also includes a one year membership. 

Bookings are open NOW for new volunteers wanting to join SYN on Season 2 in April 2025. The training dates are as follows:

  • Saturday 22nd of February 10am-4:45pm [SOLD OUT]
  • Saturday 8th of March 10am-4:45pm 
  • Saturday 15th of March 10am-4:45pm 
  • Saturday 22nd of March 10am-4:45pm

IMPORTANT: Before booking please confirm you are able to attend the entire day of training from 10-4:45pm. If you can only attend the first half of the training you will need to book another Studio Training session which is a $50 fee. 

Click below to book your spot:

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WHAT VOLUNTEERS CAN EXPECT

Volunteering at SYN opens up opportunities for young people to share their perspectives and skills through our music, arts and culture, and news programming! SYN has a range of flagship programs produced by experienced peer leaders; new volunteers can apply for roles on these programs, making it super easy to contribute to SYN's community, gain broadcasting experience, and meet like-minded young people. Once you've joined a flagship program, you can create your own podcast or limited series 'seasonal' program, write reviews and attend local arts and music events on behalf of SYN. SYN also has annual leadership and mentoring programs which any volunteer can apply for. 

What volunteering looks like: 

  • Being a presenter or producer on a radio show, including interviewing local artists and musicians, or reviewing new media or cultural events
  • Creating a podcast 
  • Gaining access to SYN events and workshops for media skill-building
  • Covering local events for our radio, social media, or website 
  • Becoming a mentee in SYN's mentoring program (mid-year intake) 
  • Becoming a Leadership Team member (end of year intake) 
  • Holding a volunteer role in SYN or SYN-partnered events - in the past, we've facilitated events with ALWAYS LIVE, The Push, National Live Music Awards, and more! 
  • Access SYN’s industry standard broadcast and recording studios
  • Receive day-to-day support with career goals and resume development
  • Apply for SYN Awards and participate in our leadership conference, SYN Kickstart!
  • Meet and connect with a community of more than 300 other passionate young people

OTHER TRAINING PROGRAMS

SYN also runs specialty training programs on an ad-hoc basis, including: 

  • SYN Press Club: radio training for young journalists
  • Interchange Podcast Training: these days, everyone has a podcast - Interchange will help you make yours stand out! 
  • The Awkward Stage: radio training for 12-17 year-olds, recognising the unique perspectives of our under 18 volunteers.

 

For further information about volunteering and training, contact community@syn.org.au