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Come as a guest, leave as a friend! Help as a Hostel Photographer

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The experience

Join us in Hualien City, Taiwan, and help bring the spirit of our youth hostel to life through short-form videos! We’re looking for a creative volunteer to film and edit engaging Instagram Reels that showcase our daily vibes, local culture, and travel adventures. You'll have the freedom to brainstorm fun content ideas, interact with guests, and highlight the beauty of Hualien.

What you offer

18 hours of help per week

Content Writer: Write, edit and publish inspiring content.

Video Making: Create, edit and publish digital videos.

Social Media: Maintain and update social media channels.

Photography: Take, edit and provide amazing photos.

What you get

2 days off per week

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Discounts on Drinks: Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.

Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

Discounts on Accommodation: Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely

Requirements

Beginner Chinese or Beginner English

Over 18 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

Join us in Hualien City, Taiwan, and help bring the spirit of our youth hostel to life through short-form videos! We’re looking for a creative volunteer to film and edit engaging Instagram Reels that showcase our daily vibes, local culture, and travel adventures. You'll have the freedom to brainstorm fun content ideas, interact with guests, and highlight the beauty of Hualien.

In your free time, explore the stunning Taroko Gorge, bike along the coast, or sample local delicacies at nearby night markets. Our hostel is just a short stroll from the train station and offers a warm, social atmosphere perfect for creators and travelers alike.

Activities & Shift

Join us in Hualien, Taiwan, and bring our youth hostel to life through your creativity and camera skills!

We’re on the lookout for someone who loves filming and editing short-form videos—especially Instagram Reels—to help us capture the daily vibe, guest interactions, and local charm of Hualien.
📍Our hostel is just a 3–5 minute walk from Hualien Train Station, with a cozy and social atmosphere perfect for creators.

✨ What We Offer:

1~2 week free stay

Simple daily breakfast ☕🍞

A creative, friendly environment full of inspiration!

🎯 Your Mission:

Shoot engaging short videos (Reels) showcasing the hostel, guest moments, and nearby spots

Edit and deliver several short videos during your stay

No fixed schedule—just get the content done within the week

We love footage shot in the morning light for that fresh, golden glow 🌞

🎁 Bonus Points:

If you also take photos, amazing!

If you’re comfortable appearing on camera, even better—we’d love to feature your energy!

📩 Interested? Send us your portfolio or sample work! We can’t wait to create something beautiful with you. 🌟

Rules

- We have a friendly cat on the premises, so if you're not a fan of felines, please consider this before applying. 🐾
- To help the environment, we ask you to bring your own toiletries like toothbrush, toothpaste, and towel. We provide body wash and shampoo.
- Feel free to use our kitchen appliances, but please clean up after.
- Laundry service is available, and we provide free detergent.