SUMMARY AND SCOPE OF POSITION
Bates College seeks a creative and talented recent college graduate interested in developing skills in photography and videography for a unique assignment as a photography and video associate for the Bates Communications Office. A fellowship position is equivalent to an internship in an educational setting. The position reports to the Director of Photography and Videography.
The Photo/Video Fellow collaborates with a team of storytellers, designers, and digital communicators in the Bates Communications Office, dedicated to telling the Bates story, maintaining brand consistency, promoting the college to prospective students, and inspiring support from alumni, parents, and friends.
This is a 12-month, temporary assignment with the possibility of an extension to 24 months.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
The photography and video fellow will produce still photographs and video for various media channels using creativity, initiative, judgment, and technical skill; and conceive and capture images of college life for various purposes and constituencies of the college.
Additional job functions include digital asset management and multimedia editing of various assets. Other related projects, such as using social media and the creation of picture-word stories, may be assigned by office team members.
A bachelor’s degree and a valid driver's license are required. Experience in shooting still photographs and video and experience with Photoshop and Adobe Premiere or other professional video editing software is required. The ideal candidate will possess excellent writing skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. The flexibility to work a schedule of events that includes nights and weekends is essential.