Video/ Photography

The Photography Intern works independently and collaboratively with supervisors, fellow interns and external departments to organize Lakeside Chautauqua’s growing picture database. This internship requires a working knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, photography basics and digital camera components.

All Advancement & Marketing Communications interns will work together on a summer project, exploring a topic that will leave a lasting impact on the department after they leave. The results will be presented to select community and/or board members and will be used by the department to carry out the following year. Details of the topic will be determined at a later date.

The ideal candidate possesses excellent photography, photo editing, design, communications and leadership skills; maintains the ability to work in a team-oriented environment; and is a highly organized, self-motivated individual capable of meeting deadlines. The intern’s work may be featured on the Lakeside Chautauqua website, social media, blog, weekly newspaper, print communications, annual Calendar of Events brochure, advertisements, etc.

Please note: This internship runs from May 14-August 18 (or later preferred.) This internship also requires flexibility, as the intern is expected to work days, some evenings and weekends, and all summer holidays (Memorial Day weekend and Fourth of July).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBLITIES (PLUS OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED):

• Photograph all events based on programming schedule, working days, some nights and weekends, and all summer holidays (community events, evening concerts, lectures, recreational activities, children’s programming, worship services, etc.)

• Download, edit and organize all pictures on Dropbox and upload to social media

• Manage annual Photo Contest entries and upload to social media

• Layout ‘Lakeside Snapshots’ page in Lakesider newspaper each week

• Establish a photography project to carry out throughout the summer

• Attend weekly newspaper, blog and photo meetings; potentially lead photo meetings

• Distribute pictures for print and online communications, social media and blog via Dropbox

• Create picture checklists for various projects (web banners, stock pictures and Calendar of Events brochure)

• Organize pictures for annual Calendar of Events brochure

• Participate in a departmental assessment project regarding research on proposed topic

• Organize a roundtable discussion with community members based on assessment project research

• Take headshots of staff for the website and blog

• Distribute the Lakesider newspaper on Fridays and Saturdays

• Edit and update the policy and procedures manual for the internship position

• Participate in all LLA activities and gatherings

• Make an oral presentation to the Lakeside Chautauqua staff regarding summer internship experience

ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES:

• Create infographics, photo collages, banner pictures and slideshows for use on the website, social media and blog

• Layout postcards, invitations, flyers, posters and other print communications for special events

• Film, edit and post testimonial videos

• Assist with community events as needed, including set up, execution and tear down

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and minimum of 3 professional references (name and contact information) and 3 design and/or photography samples. Only electronic submissions will be accepted, including follow-up. Send materials to internships@lakesideohio.com. In the subject line, indicate the internship position that interests you. If you qualify for more than 1 position, please indicate in your cover letter and subject line; limit of 2. Applications are reviewed as they are received. Priority consideration will be given to applications received by Monday, January 2^nd. The final deadline is Friday, March 3^rd.