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Viliella Reborn: Rescue, Transform, and Revive Rural Spain

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The experience

A volunteer in La Viliella, Cangas del Narcea, will capture the village's essence through photographs and engaging content for social media. They'll share images of its stunning natural surroundings, like the Muniellos Reserve, and highlight the rich local culture, including the traditional Larón Dance. The volunteer will showcase the hospitality of its 8 inhabitants and the beauty of its 36 typical houses, inviting visitors to discover this hidd

What you offer

25 hours of help per week

Content Writer: Write, edit and publish inspiring content.

Photography: Take, edit and provide amazing photos.

Video Making: Create, edit and publish digital videos.

Social Media: Maintain and update social media channels.

What you get

2 days off per week

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

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.

Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.

Discounts on Pubs: Get discounts at nearby pubs.

Free Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!

Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

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

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely

Requirements

Beginner Spanish or Intermediate English

Between 18 and 60 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

Join La Viliella as a volunteer and be part of a unique experience in Cangas del Narcea. Your mission: capture the magic of this Asturian village through captivating videos and stunning photographs. You'll create engaging content for Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, showcasing La Viliella and our cozy rural house.
You'll work about 5 hours daily, in flexible morning or afternoon shifts, or split between both. Besides your creative skills, you'll help with domestic tasks like cooking and cleaning. It's a perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in rural life while developing your portfolio and social media skills.
Come and share the beauty of La Viliella with the world!
Únete a La Viliella como voluntario y sé parte de una experiencia única en Cangas del Narcea. Tu misión: capturar la magia de este pueblo asturiano a través de videos cautivadores y fotografías impresionantes. Crearás contenido atractivo para Instagram, Facebook y TikTok, dando a conocer La Viliella y nuestra acogedora casa rural.
Trabajarás unas 5 horas diarias, en turnos flexibles de mañana o tarde, o divididos. Además de tus habilidades creativas, ayudarás en tareas domésticas como cocina y limpieza. Es una oportunidad perfecta para sumergirte en la vida rural, mientras desarrollas tu portfolio y habilidades en redes sociales.
¡Ven a compartir la belleza de La Viliella con el mundo!

Activities & Shift

Your day in La Viliella will be a perfect blend of creativity, community, and rural life.
Daily Schedule:
Breakfast: Around 8:00 AM
Lunch: Approximately 2:30 PM
Snack: Flexible
Dinner: 9:00 PM
Work Hours:
You'll contribute about 5 hours daily, with schedules adapted to optimize your creative output and exploration. Weekends are free. We'll organize shifts collaboratively, ensuring you have ample time to capture La Viliella's beauty through photos and videos, embark on scenic routes, and immerse yourself in local culture.
Your role will include creating engaging content for social media, assisting with household tasks, and helping showcase our charming village to the world. This flexible arrangement allows you to experience the best of rural life while developing your skills in a stunning natural setting.



Tu día en La Viliella será una mezcla perfecta de creatividad, comunidad y vida rural.
Horario Diario:
Desayuno: Alrededor de las 8:00
Comida: Aproximadamente a las 14:30
Merienda: Flexible
Cena: 21:00
Horas de Trabajo:
Contribuirás unas 5 horas diarias, con horarios adaptados para optimizar tu producción creativa y exploración. fines de semana libres.
Organizaremos los turnos de forma colaborativa, asegurando que tengas tiempo suficiente para capturar la belleza de La Viliella a través de fotos y videos, emprender rutas escénicas y sumergirte en la cultura local.
Tu papel incluirá crear contenido atractivo para redes sociales, ayudar en tareas domésticas y contribuir a mostrar nuestro encantador pueblo al mundo. Este arreglo flexible te permite experimentar lo mejor de la vida rural mientras desarrollas tus habilidades en un entorno natural impresionante.

Rules

House Rules for La Viliella:
Respect: Treat everyone, including fellow volunteers, hosts, and local community members, with kindness and consideration.
Work Commitment: Fulfill your agreed 5 hours of daily work, which includes domestic tasks. These hours encompass content creation, social media management, and household chores like cleaning and cooking.
Cleanliness: Participate in household cleaning tasks and maintain tidiness in common areas and your personal space as part of your daily responsibilities.
Cooking: Help with meal preparation and kitchen duties as part of your work hours and the communal living experience.
Cat Care: Be mindful of our feline friends.
Quiet Hours: Observe quiet hours from 11 PM to 7 AM to respect others' rest.
Communication: Keep open and honest communication with hosts and fellow volunteers.
Sustainability: Be mindful of resource use, including water and electricity, to support our eco-friendly ethos.
Cultural Sensitivity: Respect local customs and traditions of La Viliella and surrounding areas.
Remember, your positive energy and cooperation make La Viliella a wonderful place for everyone!