Media Specialist, YMCA Camp Classen

Overview

Description

Are you a photography and videography whiz with a passion for storytelling? We're looking for two Media Leads to capture the unforgettable moments of Camp Classen! As our Media Leads, you'll document the summer's adventures through stunning photos and videos, uploading photos daily and creating an end-of-week video for camp families to treasure. You'll work closely with our Senior Director and Program Team to ensure all content aligns with Camp Classen's values.

Previous experience in photography and videography is a must. Beyond your core duties, you'll dive into the full camp experience, participating in camp life and assisting in other program areas as needed. Ready to make lasting memories and showcase the magic of Camp Classen? Join us and be part of something truly special!

We are a camp that provides children ages 7-17 with outdoor adventures, resilience-nurturing experiences, support from a welcoming camp community, new skills and countless moments of fun, silliness and smile-inducing joy. Join our team and your summer could include hiking, horseback riding, sharing outdoor skills, archery, tomahawks throwing, kayaking, and so much more as you capture the life changing experience of our campers and staff!

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OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.

We are nurturing and support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Our summer camp staff will help support the work we do at the YMCA, by helping create a positive, nurturing environments for all our campers and staff. They will also help each camper reach their fullest potential and deepen their connections as part of their overall camp experience.

All Candidates will exhibit the following qualities:
Model our core values of Honesty, Caring, Respect and Responsibility. Have an attitude of service and be committed to upholding a high standard of integrity at work daily. The mission of the YMCA Camp Classen is to put Christian principles in to practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

Are you the cause-driven leader we have been looking for at YMCA Camp Classen? If so, don't wait take charge of your adventure and APPLY TODAY!

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Capture pictures and videos daily of campers and camp activities and produce an end of week video each week.
• Create 40, 30 to 90 second videos showing different aspects of camp life to be scheduled to post on social media throughout the school year, working with our Camp Registrar
• Maintain a professional online presence for material prepared for YMCA Camp Classen through social media and other platforms.
• Provide a safe environment for children
• Dedication to job, camp participants and the YMCA cause.
• Must be able to self-regulate your emotions in a fast-paced community environment
• Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
• Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents, children and other staff.
• Models’ relationship-building skills in all interactions.
• Maintain appearance of camp through cleanliness and set-up, with a "It's My Camp" attitude.
• Attend all Scheduled staff meetings and Trainings
• Display YMCA character values (Honesty, caring, respect, and responsibilities at all times.)
• Housing provided and will live with campers and help with supervision ratio.
• Coordinates use of facilities for program activities and events with the support staff team.
• Models' relationship-building skills for campers and staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
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