Seasonal Photographer/Video Producer

Friends of Acadia • Bar Harbor, ME

1d • $20 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Friends of Acadia is accepting applications for the 2026 Seasonal Photographer/Videographer position. This position assists Acadia National Park (ANP) and Friends of Acadia (FOA) in the coverage and promotion of programs, events, and locations in the park that improve park visitors’ experience and engage the next generation of park stewards.
Friends of Acadia is committed to providing an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming environment for visitors, volunteers and staff from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.

Requirements

• A technologically savvy person who enjoys working with DSLR cameras, photo and video editing software (Premiere Pro, Photo Mechanic, and Photoshop/Lightroom) and can quickly learn and use new skills or applications.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Creative and able to translate that creativity into compelling digital storytelling.
• Able to receive constructive criticisms and use them to better one’s work.
• Good project management skills – the ability to see a project through concept to implementation, working directly with subjects to schedule photoshoots and interviews.
• Valid Driver’s License and reliable vehicle for driving to job sites. Applicants will be expected to use their own automobiles and will be reimbursed for mileage beyond their daily commute.
• Outdoor experience: Must be capable of hiking up to 8 miles per day wearing a pack weighing up to 25lbs, working in inclement weather and on steep terrain
• Must be able to attend the Leave No Trace Level 1 Instructor course in June which may include one night of camping.
• Applicants will be required to pass a background check.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree, coursework, or experience in Photojournalism, Documentary Photography, Multimedia Production, or a related field
• Love of national parks and conservation
• Reliable, prepared for field work daily, and capable of managing their daily schedule.
• Flexibility to adapt to quickly changing work demands and schedules.
• Possess strong work ethic and ability to work on one’s own and as a team.

Responsibilities

• Take high-quality and engaging documentary style photo stills and produce high-quality storytelling videos for the Acadia National Park and Friends of Acadia websites, print publications, and social media channels.
• Capture scenic images and video of park locations to inspire love for Acadia National Park
• Projects will highlight park resources, programs, history, visitor experience and safety, and Leave No Trace principles.
• Write complete AP Style captions, ingest all edited images, and upload images and b-roll video into online archive.
• Organize provided external hard drive with RAW images, edited images, and video projects so work can be easily archived at the end of the season.
• Edit and complete video projects while following the FOA style guide.
• Write short event or program descriptions for use on the FOA website.
• Keep records of hours worked and miles logged.
• Attend regular Comms Team check-in meetings.
• Assist with ANP and FOA special events: Fourth of July Parade (July 4), Annual Meeting (July 8), Annual Benefit (August 8), Take Pride in Acadia Day (November 7), etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Uniform shirts, rain jacket, fleece, hat(s), hiking boots, puffy jacket, first aid kit, backpack, and personal protective equipment are provided.
• FOA will reimburse up to $150 for the purchase of pants or shorts that meet uniform standards.
• Employees earn one hour of paid leave for every 40 hours they work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level