Communications Photography Intern

Madison, OH - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 7 - 14

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Communications Photography Intern

Work Location:

Madison WI - National Office

Schedule:

Full time

To advance the purpose of InterVarsity this position will include both training and production of photos so that the individual will be best equiped for future assignments. This is summer photography internship with an expectation that the individual will apply skills learned and complete at least 2 additional assignments in the following school year.

About the internship: Join our community of media and communication professionals for the summer! Based in Madison WI InterVarsitys national Communications Department (called 2100 Productions) has been serving God through communications for over fifty years through different forms of media now including design editorial instructional design and video production. This internship program includes community with other interns low-cost housing with InterVarsity staff or local church members and experience with a Christian organization on mission together. Apply today!

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Be a maturing disciple of the Lord Jesus Christ:

Seek Him and follow Him in every area of life
Grow in love for God through the classic disciplines of the Christian life
Model the Biblical lifestyle
Develop and deepen understanding of what it means to be a Christian artist

Contribute to the creative process and development of communication tools:

Assist in implementing and upholding the visual identity and brand of InterVarsity/USA
Learn and work the entire process of image creation:
- Report to the Director of Photography and work with clients to understand scope and purpose of assigned projects
- Gather information research and conceptualize visual treatments for assigned projects
- Learn the fundamentals of planning a photo shoot image creation and post processing
- Learn the ethics of image creation
- Create photos for national communications events InterVarsity ministries and occasionally individual chapters
- Produce portraits and conduct documentary photo assignments
- Discuss with Director of Photography and agree on Post Processing edits and style of final images
- Process images and upload to our PhotoShelter catalogue
Stay informed on trends in the communication field and contemporary media images and ideas
Stay current on computer systems and other media skills

Participate in the ministries of InterVarsity:

Provide technical support for InterVarsity conferences and other meetings as assigned
Attend and/or staff InterVarsity events conferences chapter meetings etc. as agreed upon with supervisor

Contribute to the team effort:

Work to assure order and organization of systems equipment and team work spaces
Be responsible for good stewardship of time equipment and materials
Complete assigned projects within allocated time
Work on special tasks related to the ministry of 2100 as assigned
Maintain healthy relationships with 2100 team members and clients
Provide helpful critical feedback into other team members design work
Maintain the organization of image management; from robust backups to final uploads to PhotoShelter
Participate in team meetings project brainstorming and feedback sessions

Maintain sound financial status:

Raise personal support at the level assigned by supervisor
Keep expenditures within budget
Develop and maintain a small group of people who covenant to support your ministry with prayer
Communicate regularly with ministry partners

QUALIFICATIONS

Annual affirmation of InterVarsitys Statement of Agreement
A college or university degree or enrollment in a degree program
Commitment to Jesus Christ and with a heart for students visual communication and the arts
Commitment to growing relationships with God his Word his people and the church
Experience with computers and up-to-date working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite programs in particular: Adobe Lightroom Classic and Photoshop
Strong artistic sense creative skills and technical expertise in visual communication
Ability to work well as part of a team and put others needs before own needs
Sensitivity to and ability to work with diverse cultures and ethnicities
Experience with or knowledge of InterVarsity or ability to quickly understand and be committed to InterVarsitys purpose
Ability to be a self-starter and work independently
Ability to demonstrate initiative and problem-solving skills
Willingness to learn new things and think outside of the box
Strong organization and time management skills
Ability to work well in a deadline-driven environment
Commitment to excellence
Available to work 40 hours and to travel when necessary; willingness to work flexible hours
Capacity for self-awareness and awareness of others
Demonstrates emotional and relational maturity
Ability to articulate ideas and think critically about culture and communication
Ability to relate well and maintain good relationships with co-workers field staff and other teams at the National Service Center
Ability to participate in collaborative process and accept critique from numerous people
It is recommended that you bring your own camera lens(es) and computer. If needed these can be provided while in Madison for the summer only. Software will be provided

Applicant must include portfolio of at least 10 recent photos that demonstrate their strengths style diversity and overall ability. This is an in-person internship located in Madison WI.

Pay Range: $7.25 - $14.29 per hour

Benefits:

We offer a competitive benefits package including health care and retirement savings with a match. Eligibility is based on employee type and hours worked. Benefits include the following:

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
403(b) matching contributions
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discounts
Flexible work schedule
Flexible spending accounts
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance

Equal Employment Opportunity:

InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA is both an equal opportunity employer and a faith-based religious organization. We conduct hiring without regard to race color ancestry national origin citizenship age sex marital status parental status membership in any labor organization political ideology or disability of an otherwise qualified individual. The status of InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA as an equal opportunity employer does not prevent the organization from hiring staff based on their religious beliefs so that all staff share the same religious commitment. Pursuant to the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Section 702 (42 U.S.C. 2000e 1(a)) InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA has the right to and does hire only candidates who agree with InterVarsitys Statement of Agreement: Purpose and Doctrinal Basis because InterVarsity believes that each and every staff plays a vital role in advancing InterVarsitys mission and purposes.

Required Experience:

Intern

Communications Photography InternWork Location:Madison WI - National OfficeSchedule:Full timeTo advance the purpose of InterVarsity this position will include both training and production of photos so that the individual will be best equiped for future assignments. This is summer photography interns...

Communications Photography Intern

Work Location:

Madison WI - National Office

Schedule:

Full time

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Be a maturing disciple of the Lord Jesus Christ:

Seek Him and follow Him in every area of life
Grow in love for God through the classic disciplines of the Christian life
Model the Biblical lifestyle
Develop and deepen understanding of what it means to be a Christian artist

Contribute to the creative process and development of communication tools:

Assist in implementing and upholding the visual identity and brand of InterVarsity/USA
Learn and work the entire process of image creation:
- Report to the Director of Photography and work with clients to understand scope and purpose of assigned projects
- Gather information research and conceptualize visual treatments for assigned projects
- Learn the fundamentals of planning a photo shoot image creation and post processing
- Learn the ethics of image creation
- Create photos for national communications events InterVarsity ministries and occasionally individual chapters
- Produce portraits and conduct documentary photo assignments
- Discuss with Director of Photography and agree on Post Processing edits and style of final images
- Process images and upload to our PhotoShelter catalogue
Stay informed on trends in the communication field and contemporary media images and ideas
Stay current on computer systems and other media skills

Participate in the ministries of InterVarsity:

Provide technical support for InterVarsity conferences and other meetings as assigned
Attend and/or staff InterVarsity events conferences chapter meetings etc. as agreed upon with supervisor

Contribute to the team effort:

Work to assure order and organization of systems equipment and team work spaces
Be responsible for good stewardship of time equipment and materials
Complete assigned projects within allocated time
Work on special tasks related to the ministry of 2100 as assigned
Maintain healthy relationships with 2100 team members and clients
Provide helpful critical feedback into other team members design work
Maintain the organization of image management; from robust backups to final uploads to PhotoShelter
Participate in team meetings project brainstorming and feedback sessions

Maintain sound financial status:

Raise personal support at the level assigned by supervisor
Keep expenditures within budget
Develop and maintain a small group of people who covenant to support your ministry with prayer
Communicate regularly with ministry partners

QUALIFICATIONS

Annual affirmation of InterVarsitys Statement of Agreement
A college or university degree or enrollment in a degree program
Commitment to Jesus Christ and with a heart for students visual communication and the arts
Commitment to growing relationships with God his Word his people and the church
Experience with computers and up-to-date working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite programs in particular: Adobe Lightroom Classic and Photoshop
Strong artistic sense creative skills and technical expertise in visual communication
Ability to work well as part of a team and put others needs before own needs
Sensitivity to and ability to work with diverse cultures and ethnicities
Experience with or knowledge of InterVarsity or ability to quickly understand and be committed to InterVarsitys purpose
Ability to be a self-starter and work independently
Ability to demonstrate initiative and problem-solving skills
Willingness to learn new things and think outside of the box
Strong organization and time management skills
Ability to work well in a deadline-driven environment
Commitment to excellence
Available to work 40 hours and to travel when necessary; willingness to work flexible hours
Capacity for self-awareness and awareness of others
Demonstrates emotional and relational maturity
Ability to articulate ideas and think critically about culture and communication
Ability to relate well and maintain good relationships with co-workers field staff and other teams at the National Service Center
Ability to participate in collaborative process and accept critique from numerous people
It is recommended that you bring your own camera lens(es) and computer. If needed these can be provided while in Madison for the summer only. Software will be provided

Applicant must include portfolio of at least 10 recent photos that demonstrate their strengths style diversity and overall ability. This is an in-person internship located in Madison WI.

Pay Range: $7.25 - $14.29 per hour

Benefits:

We offer a competitive benefits package including health care and retirement savings with a match. Eligibility is based on employee type and hours worked. Benefits include the following: