Media Director

YMCA Of Greater Seattle•Eastsound, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Media Director supervises and oversees Media Team operations at Camp Orkila, a seasonal residential camp on Orcas Island, Washington. The team captures and edits candid and posed photos and videos of staff and participants, creates media content, and manages social media accounts, including Instagram, Facebook, and Smugmug. The role requires previous experience with photo and video equipment and reports to the Deputy Directors and Summer Program Directors. Other duties may be assigned. This is a full-time, onsite residential position. The usual camp workweek is six days on and one day off, including training, staff meetings, and regular duties. Compensation is $115 per day, increasing to $123 per day for a second season in the same or equivalent role, $131 per day for a third season, and $139 per day for four or more seasons. Benefits listed include YMCA of Greater Seattle membership, free access to mental health resources, and rapidly accruing paid time off; some benefits are available only to full-time staff.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Hold current CPR and First Aid certifications.
Have at least 2 years of related experience with photography, videography, and editing software such as Final Cut Pro, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Lightroom.
Demonstrate leadership skills.
Be able to work independently, exercise good judgment, and demonstrate organizational skills.
Be able to relate to parents or caregivers, campers, and staff in a professional manner.
Be able to participate in rigorous outdoor physical activities, including hiking, boating, camping, and swimming.
Live onsite at camp.
Meet the physical demands of the role, including occasionally lifting storage or janitorial products and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of education, training, and/or experience that provides the knowledge, abilities, and skills needed to perform effectively in the position.
Knowledge of and previous experience with diverse populations, including differences in language, culture, race, physical ability, and sexual orientation.
Ability to speak a language in addition to English.
Experience with anti-racism practices and coalition building.

Responsibilities

Supervise assigned seasonal staff by observing, coaching, providing feedback, evaluating, and assisting with problem solving.
Document campers, staff, and camp programming using photos and videos.
Edit photos and videos using software such as Final Cut Pro, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Lightroom.
Produce weekly content.
Ensure equal representation of participants across all programs.
Update Camp Orkila’s media sites.
Ensure content and social media benchmarks are met.
Create accurate staff schedules on a weekly basis.
Provide leadership and supervision to developing teen leaders placed within the group.
Manage camper and staff behaviors.
Maintain high housekeeping standards, including in bathrooms, cabins, and the main lodge.
Help keep program equipment in working condition and available.
Help maintain program areas in a safe and orderly condition.
Attend staff meetings and trainings.
Maintain relevant American Camping Association standards.
Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergencies.
Ensure staff are properly screened, trained, supervised, and held accountable to the organization’s abuse risk management standards.
Adhere to abuse prevention policies, maintain appropriate boundaries, complete required training, report suspicious or inappropriate behavior, and comply with mandated reporting requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.