Communications and Marketing, Photographer/Videographer Intern | Westminster, MD | McDaniel College

Job Position(s): Communications and Marketing, Photographer/Videographer Intern

Company Description: McDaniel College, recognized nationally among “Colleges that Change Lives” and U.S. News and World Report top-tier liberal arts colleges, is a four-year private college of the liberal arts and sciences offering more than 60 undergraduate programs of study, including dual and student-designed majors, plus 20 highly regarded graduate programs. At McDaniel College we value our employees by offering our full-time employees tuition remission, 403B retirement accounts, paid time off, medical insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and paid maternity and parental leave. Visit College website for details. Job Description: Currently accepting applications for both the fall and spring semester. Please remember to upload a portfolio and/or work samples when submitting your resume.  Position: Photographer/Videographer Intern Reports to: Photographer/Videographer Department: Communications and Marketing Classification: Intern Revision Dates: 07/2021 FSLA Status: Non-Exempt Salary Grade: Stipend Scope: The Office of Communications and Marketing of McDaniel College is not afraid to take risks, embrace bold concepts and create work that challenges the traditional higher education marketplace. Because of the beauty of campus, the diversity of our students, the philosophy of the college, and the division’s willingness to consider fresh ideas, the Photographer/Videographer intern will have a platform to create innovative, exciting, creative, and truly excellent work. Reporting to the Photographer/Videographer, this internship will assist the student in developing skills in communications, publications, marketing, branding, and special event efforts of the college. The Photographer/Videographer intern will perform a variety of college photo and video assignments and help manage photo and digital assets. The Photographer/Videographer intern will have the ability to capture and process images and video in a compelling way to tell the McDaniel story from the perspective of an enrolled student. Specifically, the intern will pitch and create a student perspective piece revolving around campus life, that can be shared across multiple media platforms. There is nothing “typical” about the work to be completed. The Videographer/Photographer intern will be expected to have a passion to create original, boundary-pushing work to differentiate themselves from their peers. Learning Outcomes: This internship will assist students in developing skills in communications, marketing, videography, photography, and content creation. By the end of the internship, students will have several new examples of relevant work to add to their portfolios. They will also gain valuable professional experience in real-world application within the visual creation industry. Additional Benefits: 1 year student membership to the American Marketing Association (AMA), with access to a large library of resources 1 Free Training Course with the AMA Responsibilities: Learn photographic and video content skills that assist the communications and marketing team. Execute general and special assignments requiring professionalism and technical expertise, including but not limited to: candid coverage of campus activities and special events; architectural photographs; spot news assignments, etc. Work with McDaniel’s design team and other colleagues to provide support and alternate solutions, resulting in optimal results for the college and impactful, innovative creative; Assist in management of the college’s YouTube and Vimeo accounts and digital libraries; Assist in updating & tagging content within digital asset management system. Assist, solicit, collect and maintain all image use permission forms for subject as needed; Create high-quality, well-edited videos that appeal to a variety of markets including current students, alumni, employees and more; Work cohesively with student organizations to develop a photography and videography plan to capture the images and video necessary to create a compelling “on campus” perspective story. Miscellaneous Duties: Stay current on the latest photographic/video trends. Be a collaborative and contributing member of the team. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements: Qualifications: Currently a junior or senior in pursuit of associate’s, bachelor’s, or graduate degree at McDaniel College. Must include portfolio samples. Interest and knowledge in photography/videography & content creation. High degree of attention-to-detail and an appreciation for how much small details impact overall creative results. Must have photography and videography skills and experience working with multiple camera lenses, portable lighting kits and audio recording devices. Ability to communicate well with others and maintain a professional demeanor. High degree of creativity and innovation. Knowledge of photo and video equipment: DSLR camera body, interchangeable lenses, lighting equipment, expertise in Photoshop, Lightroom, and non-linear video editing software. Extensive understanding of the Mac operating system and software file structuring. Must be able to maintain confidential information. Demonstrated ability to multitask. Experience with Adobe Premiere Pro & Adobe Creative Cloud. Time Requirements: This position will be approximately 8-10 hours/week. Work hours will be structured around school schedules and related deadlines. This position lasts one semester with potential for an extension. The internship can be structured with or without academic credit. Students wishing to receive academic credit for their internship are responsible for identifying a faculty advisor and submitting their request to the Registrar’s Office for approval. Working Conditions: The overall setting of the internship varies based on location of photography/videography shoot. Physical Abilities: The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this internship: This position requires sitting for long periods of time at a computer. This position has lifting involved but not more than 40 pounds at a time. Finger/hand dexterity is required. Position may at times require photography or videography from high locations that necessitate climbing and use of ladders. Must be able to carry and set-up equipment and be available on nights and weekends when necessary. Additional Information: McDaniel College, an equal opportunity employer, does not discriminate in the recruitment, admission, and employment of students, faculty, and staff in the operation of any of its educational programs and activities. McDaniel College will not tolerate any discrimination or harassment on basis of any protected status including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, military status, genetic information, marital status, veteran’s status or any other legally protected status. For more information on the College’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, please visit https://www.mcdaniel.edu/about-us/diversity-equity-inclusion.