Media Coordinator Job at YMCA of Greater Seattle in Eastsound

Overview Media Coordinator role at YMCA of Greater Seattle. Media Coordinator works with The Media Team to photograph and record the day-to-day life of campers at Camp Orkila on Orcas Island, WA. The team is responsible for capturing and editing candid and posed photos and videos of staff and participants, creating media content, and managing social media accounts (including Instagram, Facebook, Smugmug, etc). Previous experience with video and photo equipment is required. Media Coordinators are supervised by the Media Director and perform other duties as assigned.

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What You’ll Get From Working At The Y Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle

Free access to mental health resources

Rapidly-accruing paid time off (PTO) available immediately upon hire

Some benefits only available to full-time staff

Hiring Range $95 / day; Staff returning to the same or equivalent job for the second season : $101 / day; for the third season : $107 / day; for 4 or more seasons : $113 / day.

Responsibilities ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Documents campers, staff, and camp programming using photos and videos

Edits photos and videos using editing software such as Final Cut Pro, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Lightroom

Produces weekly content

Ensures equal representation of participants across all programs

Updates Camp Orkila’s media sites

Assists in ensuring content and social media benchmarks are being met

Assists in supervision of campers

Provides leadership and supervision to developing teen leaders placed with the program; maintains high standards of housekeeping including bathrooms, cabins and main lodge

Assists in keeping all program equipment in working condition and available

Assists in maintaining all program areas in a safe and orderly condition

Attends staff meetings and trainings

Maintains relevant American Camping Association standards

Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies

Other duties as assigned

Work Environment This job operates at a seasonal residential camp, both inside and outdoors. Staff typically live in shared cabins with campers, or in housing with staff for the duration of employment. Specific housing depends on position and availability.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is regularly required to talk or hear; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The position may require lifting up to 50 pounds.

Position Type / Hours This is a full-time, seasonal position. The usual camp workweek is six days on and one day off, including training, staff meetings, and regular duties. This position is exempt from minimum wage and overtime regulations per State of Washington wage and hour law.

Travel This position is required to live onsite at camp. All travel required for work will be done by YMCA Authorized Drivers.

Qualifications POSITION REQUIREMENTS 18 years of age or older

Current certifications in CPR and First Aid

Demonstrate leadership skills, ability to work independently, good judgment, and organizational skills

Experience with photography, videography, and editing software such as Final Cut Pro, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Lightroom

Ability to relate to parents / caregivers, campers, and staff in a professional manner

Ability to participate in activities involving physical outdoor activity (hiking, boating, camping, swimming, etc.)

Preferred Education and Experience One or more years of education, training, or experience relevant to the position; familiarity with diverse populations and languages is a plus; ability to speak additional languages is helpful

Experience with anti-racism practices and coalition building

Mission Statement & Values Mission statement : Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.

Respect

Responsibility

Honesty

Caring

Passion for Excellence

Equal Opportunity & Compliance YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are a drug- and alcohol-free workplace; offers are contingent on a background check. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system. For application process assistance, contact recruiting@seattleymca.org.

Note : This description reflects the responsibilities and requirements for the Media Coordinator role and is intended for applicants.

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