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Transcribing ITV programmes index cards
Project background
The ITV archive in Wales is one of the biggest television archives in Europe and comprises around 250,000 items including cans of film, tapes and other formats. It represents a unique cultural, social and political history of Wales over the past 60 years and contains some of the most iconic television images of the times.
The archive contains a collection of index cards which detail the contents of a variety of programmes produced by ITV Wales and Bristol.
We are inviting volunteers to transcribe the data on the index cards to an Excel document; this will enable the ITV Archivist to copy the transcriptions and upload them immediately on the ITV system.
Main tasks
- Transcribing information from index cards to an Excel document.
Essential
- Excellent literacy skills.
- IT skills (MS Excel in particular).
- The ability to take instruction.
- The ability to work with limited supervision.
- Attention to detail and methodical.
Desirable
- An interest in recent history.
An opportunity to develop
- IT skills.
- Organisational skills.
- Experience to enhance your CV.
Time and commitment
- To be agreed.
Meet and Greet
Project background
The National Library is inviting volunteers to participate in a meet and greet role for the ‘Portrait & Power’ Exhibition. The role will involve engaging with visitors, as appropriate. Library staff will be at hand at all times to respond to any specific incidents/queries. The meet and greet volunteers will attend an introduction to the exhibition Library staff curators.
Main tasks
- Engaging with visitors, as and when needed
- Collecting feedback
- Passing on specific visitor queries to Library staff
- Helping with visitors’ accessibility requirements
Essential
- Reliability.
- The ability to take instruction.
- The ability to work with limited supervision.
- The ability to engage with visitors from various backgrounds and with various requirements.
- Attention to detail.
Desirable
- The ability to converse in Welsh.
- An interest in art.
An opportunity to develop
- Interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of how art exhibitions are delivered.
- Experience to enhance your CV.
Time and commitment
Half-day slots; specific time to be agreed. (Mon - Sat)
Sub-titling the Library’s Online Presentations
Project Background
Over the past 5 years the Library has held a programme of live events online. There are calls for these to be added to the NLW YouTube channel, they are a valuable resource.
During the lockdown period staff members (who were unable to carry out their normal roles at the Library) undertook this work; but as they have now returned to their designated roles this is not possible. There is therefore an opportunity for volunteers to carry out this task.
It’s unclear whether historically sub-titling of presentations in Drwm was carried out by staff; however, other than during the lockdown period, sub-titling of events presented directly online has definitely not been carried out by staff.
Staff would create a new YouTube channel specifically for volunteers on this task, staff would transfer the end product to the NLW account.
This task is also suitable for remote volunteers.
Main tasks:
- Viewing presentations and adding Welsh and English sub-titles in YouTube;
- The transcription can be done onto a Word document;
- For English presentations - upload the transcription and translate into Welsh;
- For Welsh presentations - create a new transcription and translate into English;
- Check the final version on the NLW YouTube channel and report any corrections needed to staff:
- Above tasks can be split between volunteers.
Essential:
- IT skills;
- Excellent literacy skills;
- The ability to take instruction;
- The ability to work with limited supervision;
- Attention to detail and methodical.
Desirable:
- An interest in Welsh history and culture.
An opportunity to develop:
- Specialist IT skills;
- Knowledge of the Library’s collections and Welsh history;
- Translation skills;
- Experience to enhance your CV.
Time and commitment:
- To be agreed
Sharing & Support Programme
Programme background
Creating connections, building confidence, and supporting each other.
We’re inviting volunteers to be part of our Sharing & Support Programme at the National Library of Wales, a peer-to-peer task-based initiative where volunteers work together in a friendly setting.
Do you want to help others feel welcome? Or are you looking for guidance and a friendly face as you settle in? This programme is designed for you. It’s a fantastic way to become part of our community, meet new people, and feel at home in your volunteer role.
What’s involved?
- Build positive connections with other volunteers.
- Share experiences and offer encouragement.
- Work together on tasks and projects.
- Become a part of an inclusive volunteer community.
Why join?
- Strengthen your communication and teamwork skills.
- Learn about inclusive support practices.
- Gain experience with a major national institution.
- Enhance your CV with meaningful volunteer work.
- Whether you’re new or experienced, this is a space to feel supported, heard, and empowered - while helping others do the same.
Output: Supporting the Library in their task-based roles, while enriching the overall volunteer experience.
Location: The National Library of Wales
Main tasks:
- Build a positive, supportive peer relationship based on trust, respect, and empathy.
- Listen actively and offer guidance without judgment.
- Encourage confidence and celebrate progress.
- Support each other with volunteer tasks, projects, and roles.
Essential:
- Communication: Be able to communicate confidently, clearly, and with empathy.
- Commitment: Attend agreed sessions and communicate if changes are needed.
- Inclusivity: Be welcoming and respectful of all backgrounds, ages, and abilities.
- Adaptability: Use approaches and tools that suit your partner’s preferred way of working and learning.
- Willingness to learn: Be open to feedback and keen to develop your support skills.
Desirable:
- The ability to converse in Welsh (not essential).
- An interest in The Library’s collections.
An opportunity to develop:
- Strengthen interpersonal and communication skills.
- Learn about inclusive support practices.
- Gain experience working with a major national institution.
Enhance your CV with meaningful volunteer experience.
Time and commitment:
- Half-day slots; specific time to be agreed.