Photojournalist: EXPLO Middle School (Summer)

EXPLO; Wellesley (MA); On-site; USD 162,000 - 202,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Room and board provided

Job summary

EXPLO Middle School at Wellesley College in Wellesley, MA is seeking a creative Photojournalist to tell the EXPLO story through daily campus photography, capturing classes, activities, and events for families and marketing.

You will conduct brief interviews, write blog posts, and help assemble an end-of-session slideshow, working closely with the year-round marketing team and EXPLO staff.

Qualifications

• You will have completed at least 1 year of college or the equivalent by start date.
• Experience capturing stories through photos and blog-style writing.
• Ability to live and work on campus for the duration of the program.
• Authorized to work in the United States or able to obtain authorization by start of program.

Responsibilities

• Take daily photos of happenings on campus.
• Sort, format, and publish content for EXPLO families and other channels.
• Conduct interviews with students and staff and write blog posts about events.
• Create a flexible daily schedule to capture diverse classes and activities.
• Collaborate with staff and Leadership Team.
• Coordinate with EXPLO's marketing team for guidance and feedback on quality and standards.
• Produce an end-of-session slideshow for final night presentations.

Skills

Storytelling

Photography

Blog writing

Interviewing

Education

One year of college or equivalent

Tools

Photo equipment

Editing software

Job description

Room + Board Provided. EXPLO Middle School at Wellesley College. Wellesley, MA.

$4,000

• On-Campus
• Room + Board Provided. EXPLO Middle School at Wellesley College. Wellesley, MA.

Dates (In Person):

June 21–July 25, 2027 (5 weeks, includes training).

We are looking for a creative person with a talent for storytelling to capture the magic of our summer programs through photographs of students and staff.

About EXPLO Middle School

EXPLO Middle School is the leading enrichment program for middle schoolers, inspiring students ages 12 to 14 (currently in grades 6-8) since 1977. Our four‑week summer program runs as two 2‑week sessions at Wellesley College, just outside Boston, with day and residential options. In EXPLO 360°, students design their own program from dozens of hands‑on workshops and electives. In our Focus programs, Veterinary Science and Medical Rotations, they dig deep into one field. Instructors spark curiosity and bring classes to life. Advisors build belonging, running the activities, events, and trips that turn a campus into a community. They are supported by experienced academic, student life, and operations leaders who provide coaching, feedback, and guidance throughout the summer.

The Opportunity

The Photojournalist is responsible for telling the story of EXPLO through our online photo platform for students, staff, and families, as well as capturing content for social media, blog posts, and other marketing pieces. Always looking to capture the next great moment on campus, the Photojournalist compiles photos of the dozens of classes, activities, events, and trips that happen each day. While this position does not involve primary responsibility for supervising students, this person interacts with students through the lens of their camera, and they are an integral part of the EXPLO community throughout the summer, highlighting the experiences and joy of everyone they encounter. In addition to the Photojournalist’s primary job responsibilities, they also assist with programmatic tasks and weekend trips, and otherwise contribute to the success of the program both in and out of the classroom.

Photojournalist Responsibilities

• Take daily photos of happenings on campus.
• Sort through, format, and publish content to be shared with EXPLO families and others.
• Conduct interviews with students and staff and write blog posts about exciting events on campus.
• Create a flexible daily schedule that allows for a variety of classes, events, and activities to be captured with quality photos.
• Collaborate and coordinate with other staff and members of the Leadership Team.
• Communicate daily with EXPLO’s year‑round marketing team to receive guidance and feedback on quality and standard of work.
• Produce an end‑of‑session slideshow once per session to be shared with students on the final night of the program.

Dates, Compensation + Benefits

• This is a 5‑week, residential, seasonal position. A multi‑day, on‑campus, in‑person training and orientation will start on Monday, June 21, 2027.
• Compensation for this role is $4,000.
• Room and board are provided for the duration of the program.

About You

• You will have completed at least 1 year of college, or have the equivalent post‑secondary school experience, by the start of the program.
• You have experience capturing stories through photos and blog‑style writing, and familiarity with both photo equipment and digital editing software.
• You are able to live and work on campus for the duration of the program.
• You are authorized to work in the United States, and/or have the ability to obtain authorization by the start of the program.

Physical Requirements And Work Environment

• This position will require staff members to occasionally assist with a variety of physical tasks, including carrying signage and supplies, event set‑up and tear‑down, and standing or walking for prolonged periods of time during events; responsibilities before students arrive will include setting up both indoor and outdoor spaces.
• The Wellesley College campus is large and spread out, and we will be using spaces throughout the campus. Because of this, days will include significant amounts of walking. In addition, weekend trips may also include walking tours and similar demands.

EXPLO will make reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act that would enable employees to perform the essential functions of their job. Please contact us to discuss an accommodation request.

Application Process

Questions may be directed to [e-mail].

Selected candidates will be contacted for interviews on a rolling basis.

EXPLO, as part of Exploration School, is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse team and a workplace that values inclusion and belonging. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.