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Help us tell the story of Eastern India!' We have multiple roles open, Create engaging social media content showcasing Kolkata's culture, local experiences, and tourism opportunities. You'll work with people and indulge in photography, videography, and social media management to promote Eastern India as a premier travel destination while supporting our vibrant hostel community.
22 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.
3 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 Accommodation: Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.
Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.
Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Yoga classes: Take free yoga classes at our place.
Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.
Holistic Therapies: You can take part in any of our therapeutic activities for free.
Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely
Intermediate English or Beginner Hindi
Between 20 and 80 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Welcome to Calcutta Backpackers! Located in the heart of Kolkata—the Cultural Capital of India—our hostel is a vibrant melting pot for global travelers, storytellers, and dreamers. We believe that every backpacker has a story, and we are looking for a creative Social Media & Content Creator volunteer to help us share those stories with the world.
As part of our program, you will become a core member of our hostel family. Your main mission will be to capture the essence of the Calcutta Backpackers experience—from the cozy late-night terrace conversations and local food walks to the daily hustle and bustle of hostel life.
What you can expect from us:
• A warm, collaborative, and incredibly inclusive family environment.
• Free accommodation and a chance to deeply immerse yourself in Kolkata's rich culture, art, and culinary scene.
• Creative freedom to pitch, test, and execute your own content ideas.
• Insider tips on exploring the hidden gems of the city.
What we expect from you:
• An open mind, a high level of enthusiasm, and a genuine love for the backpacking community.
• Reliability, self-motivation, and respect for our house rules and guests.
• A collaborative spirit—someone who is ready to brainstorm with us and bring fresh energy to our digital space.
Your schedule will be structured around 20 to 25 hours per week, spread across 4 or 5 days, leaving you plenty of free time to explore Kolkata and its surroundings. We offer a flexible shift structure, as content creation often depends on when the best moments happen!
Your daily activities will include:
• Content Creation (Reels/TikTok/Shorts): Shooting and editing high-energy, engaging short-form video content showcasing daily hostel life, guest interactions, and local Kolkata highlights.
• Photography & Aesthetics: Taking high-quality photos of our spaces, events, and common areas to update our social feeds and OTAs.
• Community Management: Engaging with our online audience, replying to comments/DMs, and fostering an active online community.
• Storytelling: Creating engaging captions, interactive Instagram stories (polls, Q&As, daily updates), and occasional blog or newsletter updates.
• Event Coverage: Documenting hostel events, city tours, or social nights as they happen.
To ensure a harmonious and fun environment for everyone, we ask our volunteers to follow a few basic guidelines:
• Respect & Inclusivity: We maintain a zero-tolerance policy for discrimination, harassment, or disrespect toward guests, staff, or fellow volunteers.
• Communication is Key: If you need to adjust your content creation hours or take a specific day off to travel, just let us know in advance so we can plan ahead.
• Professionalism in Creativity: While we encourage a relaxed and fun vibe, we expect you to hit agreed-upon content deadlines and treat your allocated hours with responsibility.
• Alcohol & Quiet Hours: Enjoying a drink with guests is perfectly fine, but intoxication while on duty or disruptive behavior during quiet hours is strictly prohibited.
• Keep Spaces Tidy: Please help us maintain the cleanliness of the common areas and your own living space.
