Visual Media Intern
About The Position
Photo/Video Internship (Summer 2026): The Photo/Video Intern will join Ravinia’s Creative Services team within the Marketing/Communications department, supporting the Ravinia vision through compelling visual storytelling. Reporting directly to the Associate Creative Director of Media Production and the Video Production Manager, the intern will provide hands-on support across all phases of video production, including filming, audio recording, editing, and post-production. Interns will gain practical experience using professional cameras, stabilization equipment, and lighting techniques to capture the Ravinia experience. They will collaborate closely with fellow interns and members of the Marketing Communications team throughout the production and editing process, developing a well-rounded understanding of professional photo and video workflows in a real-world creative environment. If applicable, academic credit may be available. The ideal dates for the internship are April 2026 - September 2026, dates can be agreed upon based on academic calendars.
Requirements
- Demonstrated knowledge of professional camera and audio equipment with minimal supervision
- Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro
- Outgoing and enthusiastic personality, comfortable approaching the public
- Developing organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Must be able to work nights and weekends
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Positive attitude, high energy, and a dedication to teamwork
- Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an accredited college, university, or technical program in Film/Video Production, Photography, Media Production, Communications, or a related field.
- Demonstrated coursework, academic projects, or prior internship experience involving photo and/or video production.
- Experience operating professional or prosumer camera equipment in an academic, internship, or freelance setting.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with Photoshop, Canva, After Effects, and Bridge is a plus
- Experience with mirrorless cameras and Ronin stabilizers is preferred
Responsibilities
- Produce video content to support branding, sales, marketing, and mission based initiatives.
- Capture b-roll footage and conduct interviews at Ravinia events to create feature stories throughout the season.
- Provide support for Ravinia’s photography needs, including concert and event photography.
- Assist in capturing footage and photos for Ravinia’s mission-based programs, including Reach Teach Play and the Steans Music Institute
- Assist with setting up lighting, cameras, and sound for sit-down and formal interviews.
- Help set up and light formal interview sets.
- Utilize professional cameras, stabilization equipment, and lighting techniques to capture high-quality content.
- Edit raw digital video footage into polished, finished content using Adobe Premiere Pro.
- Support post-production workflows to ensure content meets Ravinia brand and quality standards.
- Collaborate with Ravinia’s social media team on content creation and visual storytelling.
- Work with other interns to conceptualize and execute personal projects that strengthen the Ravinia brand.
- Collaborate closely with members of the Marketing/Communications team throughout production and editing processes.
- Assist with Digital Asset Management (DAM) system, by uploading and tagging photos and videos.
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Eligible for Illinois Paid Leave plan (if employed for 3 months).
- Concert Pass provided for select shows.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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