Assistant Photographer

GENERAL

PURPOSE:

The Assistant Photographer assists in documenting and editing the camp experience and posting on social media at a Girl Scouts of Colorado (GSCO) camp property. This position works in collaboration and under the direction of the Photographer. Additionally, this role supports the property, hospitality, operational, program, health, & cabin leadership team as needed as part of the camp team. A primary function of this, and every other job at camp, is to ensure that each member, guest and visitor receives the highest caliber of service.

$480 - $530/week plus food and lodging (valued at $200)

May-August (exact dates TBD)

Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job.

• General Responsibilities
  • In coordination with the photographer, implement the strategic plan for photography, videography, and social media during the summer season.
  • Capture quality pictures and videos for summer documentation and year-round marketing usage.
  • Assist photographer in acquiring and optimizing images for digital promotion.
  • Assist in creating, analyzing, and publishing content for the camp’s and GSCO’s social media and marketing platforms.
  • Obtain approval prior to publishing images and videos.
  • Assist in the review of camper photograph release forms, managing permissions.
  • Assist in the care & management of photography and videography equipment, including storage, maintenance, and usage.
  • Provide and/or support emergency procedures during on-site and off-site trip incidents.
  • Provide and/or support health and wellness practices.
  • Provide support as necessary to all operational, program, cabin leadership, and health staff.
  • Support the work of the site, kitchen, and housekeeping staff as needed.
• Camper Leadership & Supervision
  • Support & counsel campers in daily living, camp activities, and developing peer relationships.
• Administration
  • Manage administrative responsibilities in a timely, independent, and detail-oriented manner.
  • Work on the development, review, and assist in the creation of daily, weekly, and activity schedules, in cooperation with other staff, based on camp program, camper planning, and camp goals.
  • Provide & participate in camper and staff feedback forms as necessary for the overall camp’s strategic planning.
  • Participate in regular staff meetings and training for planning purposes, communication resolutions, and carrying out assignments.
  • Coordinate and communicate schedules to campers & staff as necessary.
  • Carry out ongoing observations to assure that goals and expectations of leadership & program delivery are positive and appropriate.
  • Interact with digital systems including Work Bright, Slack, Instagram, & Facebook.
  • Respect the confidential nature of all information pertaining to staff, volunteers, and campers.
  • Follow policies, procedures, and standards set by the American Camping Association, Girl Scouts Safety Activity Checkpoints, Colorado Department of Health and Human Services, and other certifying industry organizations.
• Additional duties as assigned.

• In accordance with the philosophy of Girl Scouts of Colorado, the person filling this position may occasionally be required to carry out or assist with other tasks in addition to the duties listed on this job description.
• Support the efforts and commitments of Girl Scouts of Colorado in pluralism and diversity throughout the organization and within each community served.
• Embrace diversity and inclusiveness by contributing to positive relationships between diverse racial, ethnic, and social groups in the Council as a whole and between employees and volunteers.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must have current OR willingness to obtain the following certifications:
  First Aid/CPR, Child Abuse Mandated Reporter, Universal Standard Precautions, Medication Administration.

• Proven expertise in photography techniques.
• Proficiency with photo editing software and camera equipment.
• Preferred experience or desire for working with children.
• Preferred experience working in an outdoor program and/or camp…