- Role: Media Volunteer (Photographers, Videographers, Content Creators, Social Media Managers, Anchors)
- Category: Event Media & Communications
- Requirement: On-Site, Kari Motor Speedway, Coimbatore, India
- Event Dates: January 21 – 26, 2026
- Nature of Role: Voluntary
About Formula Bharat:
Formula Bharat is an engineering design competition in which student teams from post-secondary institutions compete with a life-size, Formula-style vehicle in areas such as engineering design, cost, business logic, and on-track dynamic performance. Our organizing team is entirely powered by passionate volunteers from across India and beyond. If you are enthusiastic, skilled, and committed to fostering the next generation of engineers, we invite you to join us!
Intake Process:
- Step 1: Fill the Application Form. Candidates will be shortlisted based on their portfolio, experience, and communication skills.
- Step 2: Attend a Virtual Orientation and Briefing Session.
- Step 3: Final Selection and Task Allocation.
Note: All steps are mandatory. Selected volunteers are expected to be proactive and professional in their assigned roles.
About the Media Volunteer Role:
The Media Team plays a vital role in showcasing the spirit, scale, and impact of Formula Bharat. As a Media Volunteer, you will be a part of a fast-paced environment capturing key moments, generating high-quality content, and engaging with the Formula Student community through diverse digital platforms.
Depending on your area of expertise, you may take up one or more of the following roles:
Video Editor:
- Edit Raw Footage into High-Impact Content: Compile and edit footage captured during the event (interviews, dynamic runs, paddock activity, award ceremonies, etc.) into engaging, polished videos that align with Formula Bharat’s tone and branding
- Create Daily Highlight Reels: Work under tight timelines to produce short daily summary videos showcasing key moments of the competition for social media and official platforms.
- Support Social Media Content: Generate event reels, teasers, and motion graphics for Instagram, YouTube Shorts, and LinkedIn using provided or captured material.
- Incorporate Graphics & Branding: Add lower-thirds, captions, transitions, logos, intros/outros, and relevant music/sound design to enhance storytelling and brand consistency.
- Media Lead to ensure timely turnaround and content cohesion.
- Handle Multiple Formats: Export content in multiple resolutions and aspect ratios (16:9, 9:16, 1:1) as per platform specifications.
- Organize Media Assets: Maintain a clear file structure for edited and unedited footage, project files, and exports for easy access and archival.
Qualifications:
- Prior experience in photography/videography, video editing, social media content creation, or on-ground reporting.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic event environment.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; fluency in English (Hindi/Tamil is a bonus).
- A keen eye for detail, creative storytelling, and passion for motorsports or student innovation.
- Access to your own equipment is preferred (camera, mic, gimbal, laptop, editing tools, etc.).
- Requirement to maintain integrity and confidentiality of account details and internal information shared.
Photographer / Videographer:
- Capture high-resolution photographs and videos of competition events, teams, paddock setups, workshops, and ceremonies.
- Coordinate with the Media Lead to cover specific assignments and deliver daily outputs.
- Follow branding and safety guidelines while operating in dynamic environments.
Content Creator / Manager:
- Create engaging, platform-ready content (stories, posts, captions) for Formula Bharat’s social media platforms.
- Collaborate with the social media coordinator to schedule and manage daily posting.
- Assist in generating reels, behind-the-scenes videos, and highlights.
Anchor / Host (English / Hindi):
- Conduct on-site interviews with teams, sponsors, alumni, and organizers.
- Conduct on-site interviews with teams, sponsors, alumni, and organizers.
- Conduct on-site interviews with teams, sponsors, alumni, and organizers.
Provisions:
Volunteers who successfully complete this role will receive:
- E-Certificate
- Formula Bharat’s Official Merchandise
- Accommodation**
Be a part of the narrative that inspires the next generation of engineers and motorsports enthusiasts across India and beyond. Apply now!