Volunteers needed for Henley Royal Regatta 2018

For the second year in a row, Junior Rowing News are teaming up with Henley Royal Regatta to supply volunteers for the press and media operation.

Widely regarded as the world’s pre-eminent river regatta, HRR is one of the biggest social and sporting events of the year. Last year’s volunteers, who joined the press team for the regatta week, were given the chance to draft website content, network with some of the world’s leading sports press, meet and interview the top characters at the regatta and work alongside companies like BT Sport and Sunset & Vine.

This year, we are looking for volunteers to help run the press and media operation alongside agency provider The Playbook. Volunteers will be required onsite in Henley from July 2nd to July 8th (Monday to Sunday). Please note that accommodation and travel costs cannot be covered but lunch will be provided each day whilst onsite.

In return, volunteers will be part of a fast-paced, dynamic team working towards delivering an international press operation. For anyone seeking a career in journalism, PR, communications or marketing, this is an invaluable opportunity to gain experience. References can also be provided after the event, on request. Rowing knowledge and/or experience of HRR would be an advantage but is not mandatory.

If you’d like to be a part of Henley Royal Regatta 2018, please email juniorrowingwordpress@gmail.com with availability and a short statement on why you’d like to be a part of the 2018 regatta. If you require any further information, please include this in your email and we will respond as soon as possible.

About The Author

JuniorRowingBlogger

I am the editor of a rapidly growing blog based around the junior rowing circuit within the UK. From launch in June 2013, the website has experienced vast growth in both its reader count and view count while the article range has expanded. I currently work with a team of 10 people, all of whom voluntarily write articles for the blog. In our first year, I looked to expand from the standard previews and reviews that had gained initial success to building relationships with clubs and conducting interviews. This move proved successful and we are currently exploring new routes to further improve our platform. The blog has led to involvement with Regatta Radio, Rowing & Regatta, Row 360 and British Rowing.

See author's posts