Summer Videographer

Capital Camps; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals provided

Housing on-site

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Capital Camps & Retreat Center (CCRC) seeks a creative Summer Videographer to capture the camp experience and tell our story for families, alumni, donors, and marketing campaigns. You’ll produce short-form social videos, recap pieces, and build an asset library.

Hybrid role in Waynesboro, PA (3–4 days on-site). Requires filming/editing experience and a strong portfolio. Proficiency in Final Cut Pro, CapCut, and Canva. Camp experience and Jewish camp familiarity are a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience filming and editing video projects.
• Proficiency with Final Cut Pro, CapCut, and Canva.
• Portfolio or examples of previous work required.
• Experience creating social media video content preferred.
• Strong storytelling instincts.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• Prior camp experience preferred.
• Familiarity with Jewish camp culture a plus.

Responsibilities

• Capture high-quality video of daily camp life, events, Shabbat, waterfront, arts, athletics, Israel programming, staff culture, and traditions.
• Create engaging short-form videos for social media (Instagram, Facebook, YouTube Shorts).
• Produce recap and highlight videos and capture B-roll for campaigns.
• Conduct occasional informal interviews and assist in developing visual storytelling concepts.
• Edit on tight timelines and organize footage libraries.
• Collaborate on branding and messaging; reflect CCRC values in content.

Job description

Capital Camps & Retreat Center (CCRC) is seeking a creative, mission-driven Summer Videographer to capture and tell the story of our camp community. The role documents the energy, joy, Jewish identity-building, friendships, traditions, and transformational experiences at Capital Camps & Retreat Center. The Summer Videographer will work closely with the Development & Campaign Strategy team to create short-form and long-form video content for families, alumni, donors, social media, fundraising campaigns, and year-round marketing initiatives, and help build a growing archive of video and storytelling assets.

Key Responsibilities – Video Production & Storytelling:

• Capture high-quality video of daily camp life, special events, Shabbat, waterfront, arts, athletics, Israel programming, staff culture, and traditions
• Create engaging short-form videos for social media (Instagram, Facebook, YouTube Shorts)
• Produce recap and highlight videos
• Capture B-roll for future campaigns
• Conduct occasional informal interviews
• Assist in developing visual storytelling concepts aligned with CCRC priorities
• Reports to the Director of Campaign Strategy & Philanthropy

Editing & Content Management:

• Edit on tight timelines
• Organize and maintain footage libraries
• Collaborate on branding and messaging
• Ensure content reflects CCRC values and mission
• Prepare footage/assets for year-round use

Core Expectations:

• Positive role model
• Collaborative
• Maintain privacy policies and boundaries
• Prioritize high-quality experience for campers
• Communicate effectively and accept feedback
• Demonstrate creativity, adaptability, initiative
• Serve as a leader and role model for campers

Qualifications:

• Experience filming and editing
• Proficiency with Final Cut Pro, CapCut, and Canva
• Experience creating social media video content preferred
• Strong storytelling instincts
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects
• Positive attitude, flexibility, creativity, strong interpersonal skills
• Prior camp experience preferred
• Familiarity with Jewish camp culture a plus
• Portfolio or examples of previous work required

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary $2,500–$4,500 for full summer, commensurate with experience; meals and housing provided while on-site in Waynesboro, PA.

Summer Dates:

• Camp Session Dates June 21–August 9
• Full summer availability preferred

Location:

• Hybrid with 3–4 days/week onsite at Waynesboro, PA