Multimedia Specialist

Multimedia Specialists will work with the Camp Director to manage all aspects of PR for the Summer Camp Program, including photos, interviews, photo and video editing, and creating promotional materials.

Required Qualifications:

• 18 years of age or older
• Ability to live on-site
• Sufficient visual, auditory, communication and cognitive abilities to perform essential functions of the position
• Knowledge of and experience working with cameras, video cameras and other PR equipment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in working with children and adults who have disabilities
• Leadership experience
• Lifeguard and CPR, AED, and First Aid certification (we offer a lifeguarding course!)
• Valid Driver’s License

Essential Functions:

• Relate to and communicate well with campers, staff, and visitors to conduct interviews and photograph participants.
• Provide guidance, supervision and leadership to a cabin group of 6 to 8 campers per week.
• Ability to work with people of differing abilities to provide a safe camp experience.
• Ability to receive and follow general instructions; plan, lead and participate in meaningful activities; and assist the Camp in meeting camper goals and objectives to ensure a positive camping experience for each camper.
• Knowledge or willingness to learn effective discipline techniques, behavior management plans and strategies for working with children with disabilities.
• Contribute to a positive camp atmosphere by being respectful to others, the Camp and yourself.
• Ability to use effective and appropriate self-care practices for maintaining overall wellness.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Take a variety of photos and videos of all camp activities, respecting those campers who do not give PR permission.
• Edit and use those photos and videos for social media, websites, and other forms of media including but not limited to slide shows, presentations and other promotional materials.
• Live with and supervise a group of 6 to 8 campers with other staff. This requires staff to be a positive role model for campers and other staff members.
• Assume responsibility for each camper’s safety and social, emotional, mental and physical well-being.
• Assume responsibility for camper supervision, behavior management and camp programming as assigned.
• Help each camper grow and adjust to other campers and to Camp life.
• Work with administrative staff to manage camper behaviors, use effective discipline techniques and ask for further assistance as needed.
• Lead and prepare activities with other staff, while encouraging camper participation in all activities.
• Complete weekly progress reports, feedback form, camper awards and other needed paperwork with the assistance of other staff as needed in a timely and professional manner.
• Know when to ask for assistance and support fellow staff.

Full job description provided upon request.