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Intern, Media Production

ABOUT AACRAO

AACRAO offers competitive compensation, an excellent benefits and retirement package, and a convenient location in Washington, D.C.

AACRAO is a non-profit, voluntary, professional association working to make higher education more responsive to learners. With a membership of nearly 14,000 higher education professionals representing approximately 2,300 institutions in more than 40 countries, the association provides advocacy, research, and policy-based guidance and training to higher education professionals to smooth the path for learners at every stage of their journey.

AACRAO is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

About the Job

POSITION SUMMARY

The Media Production Intern is a member of AACRAO’s Marketing & Communication team, helping tell AACRAO’s story through video and audio content, as well as providing general marketing and communication support. You’ll collaborate with a small but talented team as you capture video content, edit and produce videos for a variety of audiences and mediums, and contribute to crafting a cohesive narrative across the organization. This is a part-time position at an estimated 20-28 hours/week. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Capture video footage and b-roll.
  • Edit and produce video marketing collateral, including promotional videos, social media clips, etc. 
  • Manage video requests through GatherVoices, our online member-engagement video platform.
  • Organize and manage video files.
  • General marketing and communication support. 

WORKING CONDITIONS 
  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
  • Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity equipment (such as a printer)
  • Hybrid. One day/week in the DC office and occasional travel in the DC area to cover events.
  • Option for occasional domestic travel beyond DC to capture video footage and interviews. 

About You

    The ideal candidate

    The ideal candidate is creative, eager to learn, open to feedback, enjoys collaborating with others, and can see a project through from beginning to completion. They have a portfolio of media production work to share, as well as general experience with marketing and communication (or a willingness to learn). Strong written and verbal communication skills are required. This is an excellent position for a recent graduate or current undergrad/grad student who wants to expand their media production portfolio and gain professional Marketing and Communication experience. 

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 
    • Demonstrated video production skills (required) and audio production skills (desired)
    • Marketing experience 
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills 
    • Ability to help people feel comfortable on camera 
    • Ability to see a project through from beginning to completion 

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 
    • BA/BBA/BS degree or current undergraduate student (must show proof of enrollment) 
    • 1+ year of related experience (may use portfolio or coursework to demonstrate experience) 

    COMPETENCIES 
    • Creativity 
    • Problem Solving 
    • Project Management 
    • Storytelling 
    • Strategic Communication 
    • Video and/or Audio Production 
    • Graphic Design (optional)

    How to Apply

    Applicants will submit:

    • Resume and Cover Letter. In your cover letter, please confirm that you can work a hybrid job in the DC area (one day/week in the DC office) and specify at least one way you would like to grow as a professional through this experience. 

    • Link to online portfolio

    Please Note

    • Salary range: $20-$23/hour 

    AACRAO is a non-profit, voluntary, professional association working to make higher education more responsive to learners. With a membership of more than 15,000 higher education professionals at approximately 2,300 institutions in more than 40 countries, collectively representing over 16.5 million enrolled students, the association provides advocacy, research, and policy-based guidance and training to higher education professionals to smooth the path for learners at every stage of their journey.

    Apply

    Application Form
    How did you learn about this position?
    Upload your resume and cover letter as one pdf.
    Open Application Period Closes on September 6, 2024. No phone calls or emails.