Intern, Digital & Video

Location

Silver Spring, MD | United States

Job description

Global Communities works at the intersection of humanitarian assistance, sustainable development and financial inclusion to save lives, advance equity and secure strong futures. We support communities at the forefront of their own development in more than 35 countries, partnering with local leaders, governments, civil society and the private sector to achieve a shared vision of a more just, prosperous and equitable global community. 

The intern will be responsible for assisting the Digital Communications team in creating a visual representation of the work Global Communities performs across the world and performing dedicated assignments and support with ongoing tasks. Projects may include designing internal or external content to promote Global Communities’ brand or programs through video products for social media, the website, or ongoing campaigns, as well as contributions to larger ongoing projects such as categorizing videos and b-roll within the organization’s Digital Asset Management system. The intern will be expected to coordinate remotely through regular video conference check-ins, and to receive and promptly complete projects as assigned.

Responsibility Area: Project Support & Execution

• Complete video or motion graphic design projects as assigned by Sr. Manager, Visual Communications using industry standard tools, software, and materials such as Adobe Creative Suite, Final Cut Pro, Canva, Microsoft Office or others. Work closely with creative staff to execute concepts through to completion.
• Video production, including supporting script writing and storyboarding, camera, lighting, and audio skills (if local and applicable), and processing video transcripts.
• Video editing, including basic audio editing, color correcting and captioning.
• Motion graphics editing, including using templates, creating visual and typographic effects.
• Creative planning and producing of Instagram Reels and other social media-specific video products.
• Analyze successes and opportunities for growth in video production and dissemination of video through social media.
• Monitor and follow video trends on social media, provide suggestions and support the execution of relevant trends.
• Animation skills a plus.

Responsibility Area: Operational Support

• Provide ongoing operational support to department and digital team. This could include file organization, classifying visual communications assets, managing Digital Asset Management systems, or other necessary work for the smooth functioning of the department and success of video or motion products.

POSITION SPECIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Promote a culture of excellence, inclusion, learning, support, diversity, and innovation.
• Maintain professionalism in an in-person or virtual office environment.
• Participate in professional development opportunities including team meetings, project planning meetings or others.

• Requires basic knowledge of their work discipline and no prior work experience.
• Skills required include classroom or real-world experience with the principles of video and/or motion graphic production and editing, and visual communications; experience with design tools and software; ability to create and replicate video products; interest in developing new skills in visual communication.
• A passion for the mission and values of Global Communities

Application Instructions 

To be considered for this position, please apply (including your resume and cover letter) by 1/29/2024 . Applications received after this date may be reviewed on a rolling basis until the job has been filled. 

Location and Work Schedule 

This selected candidate can be based in either Silver Spring or San Diego, CA. Candidates must be authorized to work in the US without restriction. This role is on a hybrid/telework schedule. The selected candidate is expected to work at least twice as week (Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday) from either our San Diego or Silver Spring office and the remainder of the week from an approved remote location.

Salary and Compensation

The hourly rate for this internship is 17.00 per hour. 

COVID-19 Policy

As an organization working to advance public health, Global Communities has an obligation to model best practices and to do all we can to protect each other, our partners, and the communities where we work. To ensure the continuity and effectiveness of our business operations, Global Communities is adopting a policy to safeguard the health of our visitors, employees, families, and the larger global community from COVID-19. Effective January 3, 2022, all U.S.-based Global Communities employees are required to provide proof of having received full dosage of COVID-19 vaccine that is FDA approved, approved for emergency use authorization, or have an approved medical or religious exemption on file with Global Communities, as a condition of employment.

Safeguarding Policy

Global Communities holds strict safeguarding principles and has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment. In the process of recruitment, selection, and appointment, Global Communities will conduct robust reference and background screening checks, including international vetting as a signature of the Global Misconduct Disclosure Scheme to ensure children and vulnerable adults are safeguarded, and abuse is prevented. The incumbent is required to carry out their duties in accordance with Global Communities Safeguarding policy and the Standards of Conduct.

EEO/ADA

Global Communities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Global Communities complies with all applicable provisions of the ADA and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities unless it provides undue hardship to the organization. If reasonable accommodation is necessary to participate in the recruitment process, please contact [email protected]. 

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