We help you tell stories that make a difference.
Through specialist training, photography, video and digital content our award-winning journalists and producers are here to help you tell stories that make a difference. We can work with you in your office or in the field. Contact us to find out how we can help you make an impact through exceptional storytelling and targeted communications strategies.
Our latest work
We worked with the Disasters Emergency Committee to produce photo and video stories highlighting the plight of people affected by famine and drought in South Sudan and Somalia.
Media Training
Arete provides a range of workshops specifically designed to help charities and private companies fulfil their communication aims. These include photography training, video training, video editing, media training and content gathering. We don’t rely on individuals to have access to expensive equipment, so even if you’re new to the world of digital communication, there is a workshop suitable for you. If you feel that your organisation could benefit from a bespoke training tailored to your needs, drop us an email at info@aretestories.com
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10 May 2018 Frontline Club, London
Our most popular workshop, this hands-on photography experience will teach you the basics of visual storytelling and how to shoot, edit and pitch your story.
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11 May 2018 Frontline Club, London
These popular multi-day workshops cover visual storytelling theory, shooting sequences and editing with professional software.
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Learn how to create thumb-stopping material, cultivate a following and achieve maximum impact using digital media.
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6 April 2018 Frontline Club, London
In today's competitive media marketplace, gaining maximum coverage for your story can be difficult. Learn how editors select humanitarian and NGO stories and how to avoid classic pitfalls.
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5 April 2018 Frontline Club
This one day workshop teaches how to produce quality material in conflict zones and hostile environments, and bring back a story safely and sensitively.
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Get in touch to arrange a Photoclub
We believe that being able to tell your own story is empowering. Our Photoclubs teach children and teachers storytelling and photography skills.
Our Trainers
With decades of experience in content gathering, media and communications strategy, our trainers can work with you to help your organisation tell the stories that really matter.
“I was really inspired by this course. It was easy to understand and the trainer really knew her subject.”
Mary-Sanyu, IOM Somalia
“This workshop was fantastic. The practical sessions were really useful and the use of multimedia to teach was excellent.”
Yussuf, ADESO
“This workshop was excellent. It covered a wide variety of very useful areas and the trainer was well versed in the needs of NGOs.”
Suzy, UNICEF Somalia
“Thank you for a lively and interesting workshop. It was really useful for us to get your perspectives on our media work and challenge the way we present ourselves.”
Tracy, Save the Children
Our Services
Arete provides a range of communications services to the for-profit and non-profit sector, helping you to tell your organisation’s story. To enquire about any of the services we provide, simply drop us an email at info@aretestories.com
View our work for ADESO
Our award-winning photographers carry out assignments all over the world. We offer end-to-end photographic services, from initial concepts to publication. We can provide you with editorial quality images and help you to get your stories published.
View our work for the DEC
With our talented network of videographers, we produce short, powerful videos that make a difference. We can supply raw footage, or our editors can create a video to your requirements.
View our work for GSMA
Our designers can create a range of visual content, from websites, infographics and leaflets to animated infographic cartoons, multimedia slideshows and animated logos. Arete’s high-quality content can tell your story in an innovative and engaging way.
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A bespoke communications strategy from Arete will clarify your objectives and show you how to achieve them. We can develop a strategy for you to execute, or work with your teams to implement approaches that will create long-term benefits for your organisation.
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We run popular trainings on photography, videography, media and content gathering. Join a public workshop or email us about holding a private one tailored to your organisation’s needs.
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We create copy that gets to the heart of the story. Through interviews and beautiful prose, our writers bring to life the human experience. We can write your editorial features, press releases, print materials and much more.
Arete's People
“I would like to congratulate Jessica and Eva for their great work and their professional and pragmatic approach on this project.”
Dame, Tostan International
“Thanks again for your wonderful images and story gathering, which made the appeal come to life.”
Jenny, Opportunity International
Arete's People
“Thank you so much for sending Eva and Karel on our trip to Kenya! They were both professional and always on the ball.”
Catherine, Cross International
