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Videographers and Photographers are welcomed to Mongolia

The experience

"Last Nomadic people on EARTH" named documentary movie - Join us on an unforgettable 21-day adventure across Mongolia’s most breathtaking regions: Khuvsgul, Bayan-Ulgii, and Umnugovi provinces. This journey will immerse you in the pure nomadic lifestyle, where you’ll live alongside reindeer, eagle, and camel herders, experiencing their daily traditions firsthand. I need a hand for video and photo shooting for our documentary movie.

What you offer

30 hours of help per week

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

3 days off per week

Tent: You will sleep in a tent at a camping site.

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 Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Free Tours: We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!

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

Get free drinks or beverages.: Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.

Free Parties: Get free entrance for the best parties in town.

Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.

Pub Crawls: Be a part of our pub crawls at local bars!

Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.

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

Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.

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

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely

Requirements

Intermediate English

Between 23 and 38 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Activities & Shift

1. Morning Briefing & Planning (1 Hour) - Gather with the team to review the day’s filming schedule and align on creative direction. - Discuss specific scenes and moments to capture, emphasizing the main character’s experiences with the nomadic lifestyle. - Plan which locations to focus on and ensure key events (like herding, training with an eagle, etc.) are captured in line with the vision.
2. Capturing Immersive Moments (Throughout the Day)- Capture the authenticity of traditional Mongolian life, including herding reindeer, living in the mountains, learning the art of eagle hunting, and camel herding. - Document both the main character’s transformation into the nomadic way of life and the surrounding beauty of nature and culture. - Pay attention to candid, spontaneous moments that reveal the essence of Mongolian traditions and the daily routines of nomads.
3. Daily Photo & Video Updates (Flexible) - Capture spontaneous moments throughout the day, including both scheduled and unscripted activities that show true nomadic life. - Focus on intimate, raw interactions — like the main character helping with daily tasks (herding, food preparation) — to bring out the emotional depth of the experience. - Be alert to unplanned events that might add unique perspectives or depth to the footage.
4. Experiencing Nomadic Life Firsthand (Afternoon or Evening)- Participate actively in nomadic activities such as horse riding, camel herding, and training with an eagle.

Rules

1. **Respect Cultural Traditions** - Approach the nomadic families with respect and humility, understanding their way of life. - Follow local customs and etiquette when filming and interacting.
2. **Professionalism & Punctuality** - Be on time for all briefings and filming sessions. Come prepared with equipment. - Maintain a positive, professional attitude at all times.
3. **Teamwork & Flexibility** - Work collaboratively with fellow volunteers. Be flexible as plans may change unexpectedly.
4. **Observe, Don’t Intrude** - Ask permission before filming personal moments and respect people's space. - Don’t disturb daily activities or disrupt the natural flow of life.
5. **Safety & Environment** - Prioritize personal safety and respect the environment. Clean up after yourself and avoid disturbing wildlife.
6. **No Alcohol or Drugs** - Alcohol or drug use is not allowed during the trip or while interacting with locals. (some beers ofc)
7. **Sleep in the Tent** - Be prepared for an adventurous, not luxurious, trip. Volunteers will sleep in tents and live alongside the nomadic families.
8. **Care for Equipment** - Take good care of all filming equipment and ensure it’s stored safely.
9. **Confidentiality & Ownership** - Respect the confidentiality of the footage and understand that it belongs to the project. Seek permission before sharing any content.