Visual Media Assistant

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission; Riverdale Park (MD); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance plans

Sick Leave Benefits

Credit Union

Disability accommodations

Job summary

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission is seeking a detail-oriented Visual Media Assistant to support the Graphics Design and Visual Media team. You will manage digital assets, coordinate freelance talent, and handle day-to-day administrative tasks to keep campaigns on track.

You will upload, tag, and organize photo assets, maintain metadata, and assist with shoots from planning to wrap-up, while collaborating with a creative team in an office setting.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Familiarity with digital asset management systems (e.g., Photoshelter, Canto, BOX).
• Basic photo editing knowledge (e.g., Adobe Photoshop or Bridge) is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience coordinating freelance creatives or working in a media production setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain metadata accuracy and ensure consistent file naming conventions.
• Upload, tag, organize, and share photo assets across internal databases and cloud platforms.
• Assist in curating and archiving visual content for campaigns, events, and publications.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

DAM systems

Photoshop

Bridge

Communication

Multitasking

Freelance coordination

Tools

Photoshop

Bridge

Job description

Description The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Visual Media Assistant to support the Graphics Design and Visual Media team. This role is ideal for someone passionate about visual storytelling and highly organized in managing digital assets, coordinating freelance talent, and handling day-to-day administrative tasks.

Examples of Important Duties

Project Management & Media Handling

• Upload, tag, organize, and share photo assets across internal databases and cloud platforms
• Maintain metadata accuracy and ensure consistent file naming conventions
• Assist in curating and archiving visual content for campaigns, events, and publications

Photographer Scheduling & Coordination

• Coordinates with Graphics and Visual Media Manager to schedule shoots and confirm availability
• Prepare shoot briefs and logistical details including location, timing, and equipment needs
• Track deliverables and ensure timely submission of final assets
• Assist with on-site setup and breakdown of visual media productions, including equipment preparation and post-shoot wrap-up.

Administrative Support

• Manage calendars, meeting notes, and internal communications for the visual media team
• Maintain inventory of photography equipment and supplies

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Familiarity with digital asset management systems (e.g., Photoshelter, Canto, BOX)
• Basic photo editing knowledge (e.g., Adobe Photoshop or Bridge) is a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Experience coordinating freelance creatives or working in a media production setting preferred

Supplemental Information

May be subject to drug and alcohol testing.

Work Environment

• In Office
• Collaborative team culture with creative professionals
• Occasional weekend or evening availability may be required

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodation or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411. (Maryland Relay 7-1-1) M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.

THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION

2026 Benefit Summary For Seasonal Intermittent Employees

The following information is a summary of benefits extended to all Seasonal employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). This is for informational purposes only and is subject to change.

Limited Benefits For Seasonal Employees

Health Insurance Plans

• Medical
  • Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) with Prescription Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Select Plan (EPO)
• Prescription: CVS Caremark Prescription Plan

Other Benefits

• Credit Union
• Sick Leave Benefits

This summary is intended to highlight some of the benefits offered by the M-NCPPC. It is not an all-inclusive agreement and is subject to change. For a more detailed description of benefits, please see the appropriate benefits brochure, service agreement or manual. For more information, contact The Health and Benefits Office at [e-mail] or 301-454-1694.