Volunteer roles supporting Mega Mega (1989–1999)
Mega Mega will be an immersive exhibition exploring Romford’s rave years (1989–1999). It will take place in Romford from October to December 2026.
We’re recruiting volunteers to support the project by helping us record oral histories and carry out light-touch research to help identify people and material connected to the scene.
1. Volunteer interviewers (oral histories)
Volunteer interviewers help record oral history interviews with people who contributed to, worked in, or took part in Romford’s electronic music and club culture during the period.
No previous experience is needed. You’ll receive training in oral history interviewing, including listening skills, interview technique, consent and ethical practice (including GDPR), and how to use recording equipment confidently.
2. Volunteer researchers (finding leads)
Volunteer researchers help us track down leads by looking through online sources (e.g. Facebook groups) for relevant names, photos, flyers and references, and logging what they find so we can follow up appropriately. This is desk-based and can be done flexibly.
Who this suits
- Reliable and organised
- Interested in local history / music culture
- Comfortable working carefully with names and details
- Happy following clear guidance on what to record and how
What you’ll learn
- How oral history interviews are planned and recorded
- Interview technique (active listening, follow-up questions, pacing)
- Consent and ethical practice (including GDPR)
- How interviews and research notes are summarised for future use