WORKING WITH INDIAHIKES

Trek Coordinator runs Indiahikes treks from our office in Bangalore. It is a role that has communication at its crux. Along with running treks efficiently, you build trek experiences that stays with trekkers. You talk extensively with trekkers, understand and learn from their experience. You also work closely with our operations team setting experiences in place.

The role requires you to handle trekker queries, help them solve their problems and be an adviser to them. The skills learnt here are like an MBA program. Which is why as you grow in the role you usually get involved in core Indiahikes management. 

Applicants for Trek Coordinators must fulfill the following criteria:

• Must be at least 22 years old.
• Must have done treks (we prefer if you have done Himalayan treks)
• Must have 2 years of work experience (in other industries).
• Must be willing to work from  Bengaluru 
• Must have excellent English and Hindi communication skills. We would like to test your written English.
• Male/Female. We are looking for an independent thinking, humble person.

The content team at Indiahikes is in charge of taking the Indiahikes brand experience forward. Our content is known to be authentic, thought provoking and, above all, is the last word on trekking. We want the content team to grow that.

As a content team member, your primary focus is to take the brand values of Indiahikes forward. You will write thought provoking articles, create videos and podcasts. You will also have an opportunity to grow our social engagement, and a chance to work on our community. The variety in the role is enormous; the work is global. Growth in this role is rapid, usually within months.

The skills learnt here are applicable in any organisation where digital content is made. What we require:

• Someone who writes well. By “well” we mean simple, honest writing that shows knowledge, maturity and good command of English.
• Someone who likes to make films, videos or podcasts. You don't need to be a film maker or have prior experience, but the role does require you to pick up film making quickly. An inherent understanding of films helps.
• Someone who is curious about the world of trekking.  You need to be someone who is instinctively curious, willing to research and learn about the mountains. Yes, you must like trekking.
• Someone from a media background. We prefer if you are a journalist or from the media.This is not an absolute must, but someone who has an idea about how to write for the web, how to structure articles, what kind of content works, will really help. We’re alright if you are from a different line looking to switch to writing, provided you can write well.
• Someone with at least two years of work experience (any industry). Work experience does not have to be in writing or media. When someone comes with work ex, they bring in new perspectives and wisdom from their previous work. If you are freshly starting, that's ok. But do try to impress us with your writing.
• Someone willing to be Bengaluru based. This is an absolute must. We’re looking for those willing to work full time from our Bengaluru office. No part-timers or freelancers please.
• Minimum 23 years old.
• To apply, write a 300 word piece on “How Indiahikes must approach digital content in future.”

We are looking at photographers cum filmmakers who can take the level of images and videos higher on our website.

If your photos and videos have been featured anywhere, then you are already the kind of person we are looking at.

Ideally, we would like you to be a photographer and a filmmaker rolled into one. 

We like those who have multiple skills. A good sense of design is required. Understanding website design and how it works is very important.

Location: This role will require to be on our treks. You may move from one trek to another. From time to time you may have to work out of our Bangalore office as well. 

Technical skills: You must know Photoshop/Lightroom, Final Cut Pro/Premier Pro and After Effects.

Application: To apply send us links to your photos and videos (do not attach any images), along with the prescribed application process. Also let us know about the photography/film-making equipment that you currently own.

Trek leaders lead the Indiahikes teams in the mountains. Trek leaders ensure that more than leading trekkers on a trek, trekkers take back a permanent change in their mind, body and spirit. We believe the outdoors have a profound impact on us. It is the trek leaders job to bring about this change.

Trek leading is a skill that is learned. You devote up to one month for Asst Trek Leader Training (ATL), followed by a period of 4-6 months as a Provisional Trek Leader (PTL). Training is imparted on leadership, safety, operations and climbing skills. At the end of the PTL program you go on to become a trek leader at Indiahikes. 

The ATL program pays candidates a stipend of Rs 4,000 per week (this lasts approximately 30-45 days). During the Provisional Trek Leader training, candidates get a stipend of Rs 25,000 per month (for about 4-6 months). After the training program, trek leaders earn between Rs 4.2 and Rs 6.0 lakhs per annum. Some earn more depending on their performance.

Applicants for Trek Leaders must fulfill the following criteria:

• Must be at least 24 years of age. Male/Female.
• Must have a Basic Mountaineering Course certificate from a reputed Institute.
• Must have done at least two high altitude Himalayan treks (above 14,000 feet).
• Must be willing to acquire a BLS certification (basic life support). A BLS certification can be done in any metro city at reputed hospitals.
• Must have excellent English and Hindi communication skills.
• Work experience in a leadership role in a different industry is preferred.
• Must follow an active fitness regimen. BMI (Body Mass Index) must be between 18.5 and 24.9.
• Smoking and drinking is not permitted under our work conditions. If you smoke or drink then it is something that you need to leave behind.

Would you like to assist Indiahikes trek leaders? Perhaps be a future trek leader? If so, then the ATL program is suitable for you.

Basically, this role is for individuals who do not fully satisfy trek leader selection criteria (background, qualification, age, etc)but looking to be future trek leaders with Indiahikes

ATL applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Minimum 22 years old
• Must have done at least two high altitude treks in the Himalayas. (Triund and Kheerganga do not count as trek experience).
• Work experience in other industries is given preference
• Must have excellent English and Hindi communication skills.
• Must follow an active fitness regimen. BMI (Body Mass Index) must be between 18.5 and 23.9.
• No smoking or drinking habit at all.
• ATLs undergo extensive training before being considered as trek leaders with Indiahikes. The training is in two stages. First stage is an assessment period of 30-45 days. If your assessment is successful, after forty five days you become a Provisional Trek Leader (PTL). The PTL training program can last between 4-6 months. During the first assessment period you earn a stipend of Rs 4,000 per week. As a PTL you earn a stipend of Rs 25,000 per month.
• In between or after the training program you must get a basic mountaineering course done. After the course you get promoted as Trek leader. Once a trek leader, your earnings range between Rs 4.2 and Rs 6.0 lakhs per annum. Some earn more depending on their performance.

Before you apply for the post of an assistant trek leader, read this article about what the job involves.

This video interview of our Trek Leader will also give you a good idea about what the role involves.