TCMP — Independent journalism and creative storytelling that elevates African voices in the UK, Nigeria, and global diaspora.
TCMP — Independent journalism and creative storytelling that elevates African voices in the UK, Nigeria, and global diaspora.
JOIN TCMP
The Circle Media Plus is an independent digital newsroom and creative studio serving African and diaspora communities across the UK, Nigeria, and globally.
We welcome volunteers and students who want to contribute to credible journalism, meaningful storytelling, and public interest media. Whether you can offer a few hours a week or are seeking a structured newsroom experience, there is a place for you at TCMP.
VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES:
Volunteers play an important role in TCMP’s journalism and creative production. Our roles are flexible, remote-friendly and focused on meaningful editorial and production work.
Available Volunteer Roles
Writers and Contributors
Editors and Proofreaders
Research and Fact-Checking
Editorial and Operations Support
Social Media and Community Engagement
Video, Audio, Livestream and Podcast Production
Who Can Apply?
You do not need to be a professional journalist to volunteer with TCMP. We welcome individuals with writing, technical, organisational and creative skills who are passionate about truth, accuracy, ethical journalism and public interest reporting.
WHAT OUR VOLUNTEERS STAND TO GAIN:
Volunteers are assured of hands-on media experience, editorial guidance and mentorship, portfolio credits with published work, and references for recognition of contribution, capacity, and impact.
STUDENT PLACEMENTS
TCMP offers structured student placements for those studying journalism, media, communications, digital storytelling and related disciplines.
Our flexible, remote-friendly placements are designed to complement academic commitments while providing practical experience through live newsroom and studio projects. Students gain professional exposure, develop industry-relevant skills and have opportunities to publish their work.
Placement Areas
News Reporting and Investigative Journalism
Video and Documentary Production
Podcasting and Audio Storytelling
Digital and Social Media Content
Editorial and Newsroom Support
What Students Gain
Our placement programme equips students with practical newsroom and studio experience, mentorship from experienced journalists and creatives, opportunities for published portfolio work, and the professional skills needed to pursue careers in the media industry.
For enquiries: info@circlemediaplus.co.uk
University and Institutional Partnerships
TCMP works with universities and training institutions to deliver meaningful, industry-focused learning experiences that bridge academic study and professional media practice.
Our programmes are mentor-led, skills-driven and grounded in public interest journalism, editorial integrity and creative production. We focus on employability, professional standards and practical outcomes that prepare students for the evolving media landscape.
Our Partnerships Offer
Structured newsroom and studio placements
Opportunities for student work to be published
Industry mentorship from journalists and media professionals
Practical skills development and professional exposure
Real-world editorial and creative production experience
We welcome partnerships with universities, colleges and training institutions seeking to strengthen media education through practical experience and industry engagement.
For partnership enquiries: info@circlemediaplus.co.uk