Summer Camp Photographer/videographer

**Your Impact this Summer**:
Make use of your creativity and imagination while having an amazing summer camp experience. Join our mission to inspire and mentor children at York Region’s first and largest STEAM summer camp Our camp programs are located across Richmond Hill and surrounding areas for children and youth ages 4-14. Be a dynamic member of our creative team, capturing moments and creating visual stories that show off the true essence of what makes summer camp an unforgettable experience

**Job Overview**:
We are looking for an organized and friendly Photographer/Videographer to join our Summer 2025 camp team. As a Photographer/Videographer, you will capture the magic of camp through photos and videos, immersing yourself in the action of activities and interacting with staff and children to make them feel comfortable. You will organize your shots for use in marketing materials throughout the year and contribute to our social media platforms by sharing captivating content. If you are passionate about photography and videography and love working in a dynamic, camp environment, this role is for you
- Has experience in photography and videography, with a strong portfolio showcasing your work
- Is passionate about capturing moments and has an eye for composition and design
- Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills, making staff and children feel at ease in front of the camera
- Has experience working with children in an educational or recreational setting
- Is adaptable, flexible, and thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Possesses excellent time management skills and can work independently
- Is open to receiving feedback and making necessary edits to improve content

**Responsibilities**:

- Coordinate with the leadership team across camp locations to plan times to capture content
- Film and photograph moments throughout the day, focusing on staff and children engaged in activities and building STEAM projects
- Produce creative marketing videos, end-of-session slideshows, and social media content
- Create storyboards, scripts, and shot lists for video production
- Take photos and record audio and video throughout the camp day
- Develop content for social media platforms and promotional materials
- Capture cabin photos and other requested content
- Organize and manage media files, ensuring all content is properly organized and backed up within company hard drive
- Edit photos and videos, ensuring the final product is bright, positive, and aligned with camp branding

**Job Requirements**:

- Experience in photography and videography with a strong portfolio
- Owns and maintains personal photography equipment
- Proficient with photo and video editing software (i.e., Adobe Lightroom, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, or other editing tools)
- Excellent eye for color, composition, and visual storytelling
- Strong written communication skills, particularly for digital content
- Valid driver’s license and reliable access to a vehicle.
- Full weekday availability in July and August and select training days in June

**Considered an Asset**:

- Experience with drone photography/videography.
- Previous camp or recreation experience.

**Examples of project deliverables**:

- Activity photos
- Staff and camper testimonial videos.
- STEAM/Sports Adventure summer camp promo videos.
- End of session videos

**Additional Requirements**:

- Vulnerable Sector Screening Check (upon hire).

**Our Locations**:

- Richland Academy (11570 Yonge St): JK - Grade 2, STEAM Camp
- Lauremont Upper School (500 Elgin Mills E): Grade 3 - Grade 9, STEAM Camp
- Century Private School (11181 Yonge St): JK - Grade 4, STEAM Camp
- Century Private School (11181 Yonge St): JK - Grade 6, Sports Adventure Camp
- Holy Trinity School (11300 Bayview Avenue) - JK - Grade 4 STEAM Camp

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 2 months

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- On-site parking

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Richmond Hill, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Some of our positions are funded by Federal Grants available only to Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or persons to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment. Do you qualify for one of these categories?
- Please share a list of the type of equipment you use to capture photos and videos.

Licence/Certification:

- Drivers license and reliable access to a personal vehicle (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-06-21