There are many ways to volunteer for RFB&D in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennesee, Virginia and West Virginia. Whatever your interests are, if you will share your time with us we would love to have you!
Studio Volunteer in Charlottesville, VA
Orientation
The first step to becoming a studio volunteer is to schedule an appointment
for orientation and training. The orientation training class will last approximately
90 minutes and will introduce you to our mission, our methods, and provide
a brief hands-on recording experience. To register for an orientation, contact:
Charlottesville, VA Studio: Marcia Rosen-House at 434-326-4956 or mrosen-house@rfbd.org
Oak Ridge, TN Studio: CC Morris at 865-482-3496 or cmorris@rfbd.org
Training
As a new volunteer, you first learn the computer-based process of digital
audio recording through observation, hands-on directing, and checking recordings
as part of our quality control. We strongly suggest that you complete your
training within as short a time as possible to maintain momentum while you
are learning. No prior recording background is necessary.
Becoming a Reader
Once you have learned how to operate the recording equipment and become
familiar with our conventions, you may choose to audition as a reader. Upon
your request, our studio staff will provide you with materials to help you
master the conventions of reading for people with print disabilities. Once
our staff has favorably reviewed your recording, you can be put on the studio
schedule to become a regular volunteer reader.
Learn more about touring our studio at RFB&D's
Regional Unit of the Upper Southeast.
Board/Committee Member
Board/committee members provide general oversight of local operations and
assist with fundraising, name awareness and relationship building.
Educational Outreach
Educational Outreach opportunities include assisting at Parent Nights, working
at conferences, phone calling campaigns, posting flyers in the community,
and preparing training packets to be passed on to members and potential
members. For more information, e-mail or call Jeanette Lystlund, Regional
Membership Services Director at 866-887-7323 or jslystlund@rfbd.org.
Fundraising
Fundraising opportunities range from hosting home parties, becoming a Table
Captain and greeting or registering people at events.
General Administration
General Administration opportunities include helping with event mailings,
event preparations, copying, filing, and other general projects.
For more information on volunteering in North Carolina, South Carolina,
Tennesee, Virginia and West Virginia, contact Marcia Rosen-House:
E-mail: mrosen-house@rfbd.org
Phone: 434-326-4956