Photographer and Social Media Coordinator

Description

Essential Job Functions

• Capture high-quality photographs and videos of campers, staff, activities, special events, and camp programs while following all privacy, confidentiality, and media release guidelines.

• Organize, edit, catalog, and archive digital photos and videos to ensure camp content is easy to access and properly maintained.

• Coordinate with Melwood’s Marketing and Communications team to create, edit, and publish engaging social media content, including posts, stories, reels, captions, photos, and videos across approved platforms.

• Collaborate with Program Leadership to develop content that highlights camp activities, camper achievements, Melwood’s mission and impact, and donor engagement opportunities.

• Create daily and/or weekly photo highlights and other visual communications to help families, staff, and stakeholders stay connected to the camp experience.

• Support camper supervision and engagement by remaining aware of camper locations, assisting with activity transitions, encouraging participation, and helping with group management as needed.

• Maintain photography and media equipment, troubleshoot basic equipment issues, and ensure equipment is properly handled, stored, and secured.

• Support overall camp operations, including program preparation, special events, setup and breakdown, administrative tasks, and other duties that contribute to a safe, positive, and high-quality camper experience.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Education

• High school diploma or GED required.

Minimum Experience

• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in photography, videography, social media, digital content creation, communications, or a related area.

• Experience taking and editing high-quality photographs and videos.

• Experience creating content for social media platforms.

• Experience working in a camp, recreation, youth program, nonprofit, or similar environment is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams.

• Working knowledge of social media platforms and content creation, including posts, stories, reels, captions, photography, and video.

• Ability to use photography and video equipment confidently and safely.

• Basic photo and video editing skills.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage and maintain digital photo and video files.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong attention to detail and creativity.

• Ability to work collaboratively with camp staff, Program Leadership, and Marketing and Communications.

• Ability to interact professionally and positively with campers, families, staff, and other stakeholders.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow privacy and media release requirements.

• Ability to work effectively in an outdoor camp environment and adapt to changing activities and schedules.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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