Media Intern

JCC Association of North America; Village of Cold Spring (NY); On-site; USD 22,500 - 27,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Summer Internship

Summer Room & Board

Part of a Camp Family

Opportunity to Extend Remotely

Job summary

JCC Association of North America seeks a Media Intern for Surprise Lake Camp in Cold Spring, NY. This paid summer internship involves creating engaging social media content, capturing camp life, and editing videos for platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Ideal candidates are college students with a passion for storytelling, social media marketing, and experience in video editing. Interns will enjoy housing and meals, as well as the opportunity to extend their work remotely during the academic year.

Qualifications

• College student (rising junior or senior) pursuing a degree in relevant field.
• Creative individual with experience in storytelling and social media marketing.
• Proficient in video editing software and familiar with social media.

Responsibilities

• Create and edit engaging video content for social media.
• Participate in camp activities to document experiences.
• Develop content ideas for social media posts.

Skills

Storytelling

Video Editing

Social Media Marketing

Content Management

Attention to Detail

Education

Pursuing a degree in Marketing or Communications

Tools

Video editing software

Social media platforms

Job description

Location and Job Title:

Media Intern
Surprise Lake Camp
382 Lake Surprise Road
Cold Spring, NY 10516

Principal Responsibilities:

• Become a Camp Insider: Become familiarized with SLC's social media "voice" and style.
• Be a Video Storytelling Pro: Immerse yourself in the Surprise Lake Camp experience by attending camp activities and events. Shoot high-quality video content that showcases the fun, friendships, and excitement of camp life.
• Edit Like a Boss: Transform your footage into captivating social media posts optimized for Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.
• Content Brainstorming Champion: Help us develop creative content ideas that will resonate with our audiences.
• Social Media Savvy: Stay on top of the latest social media trends and suggest engaging strategies to keep our camp community connected year-round.
• Brand Storytelling Master: Help write copy for social media posts. Ensure all content aligns with Surprise Lake Camp's brand voice and messaging, to strengthen brand recognition and building trust with our community.

What We Offer:

• Paid Summer Internship: Gain valuable experience while working at a renowned summer camp.
• Summer Room & Board: Camp provides housing and all meals at our locations 60 miles north of NYC.
• Become Part of the Surprise Lake Camp Family: Immerse yourself in a fun, rewarding, and unforgettable summer experience. Work alongside people from all over the world.
• Opportunity to Extend Remotely: Continue contributing your skills remotely during the school year, 5-10 hours a month (optional).

Minimum Qualifications:

• A college student (rising junior or senior) pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field (ideally with a love for summer camp!).
• A passionate and creative individual with a knack for storytelling and experience with social media marketing.
• Proficient in video editing software and comfortable with various social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok).
• A keen eye for detail with a strong understanding of visual aesthetics.
• An organized individual with the ability to manage content on a Digital Asset Management platform.
• A team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Bonus Points:

• Experience with creating content for specific target audiences (parents, staff, alumni, campers, donors).
• Knowledge of Jewish camp culture is a plus!
• Adaptability and willingness to learn.

Salary:

Under $25,000

Agency Information:

Surprise Lake Camp, the longest-running Jewish sleepaway camp in the US, is looking for a creative and energetic media intern to join our team this summer! You'll be responsible for capturing the unforgettable spirit of Surprise Lake Camp by generating engaging social media content. Play a pivotal role in conveying SLC's positioning, messaging and storytelling to families who follow us on social media.