American School for the Deaf.
Camp Media Coordinator - Isola Bella 2025
American School for the Deaf., Salisbury, Connecticut, United States, 06731
THE AMERICAN SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF
ANNOUNCES AN OPENING FOR
MEDIA COORDINATOR - SUMMER CAMP ISOLA BELLA
Dates: June 15, 2025 - July 26, 2025
CLOSING DATE
: UNTIL FILLED
REV: 1/2/2024
POST: 1/3/2025
Nestled in the beautiful Berkshire Mountains on Twin Lakes, Salisbury, Connecticut, "Isola Bella" means Beautiful Island in Italian. Isola Bella was bequeathed to The American School by the late Ferrari Ward and his wife, Muriel Alvord Ward. Both were members of the ASD Board of Directors and Mrs. Ward was the first woman to serve on the board. Through this wonderful gift, the American School became the United States' first school for the deaf to offer a summer program for deaf and hard of hearing youngsters and is the only camp for deaf children in Southern New England. Isola Bella is a scenic island estate that has been turned into a recreational/residential summer camp for deaf children ranging in age from 8 years to 17 years old. A wide variety of activities are offered depending on camper's skill and interest level. Some of these activities include: archery, arts & crafts, camp studies, swimming, sailing and canoeing, water skiing, overnight camping, hiking, team and non-competitive games and a variety of special trips and projects. The philosophy of the program is "learning through experience."
SCOPE OF DUTIES
Under the direction of the Camp Director shall have primary responsibility for assisting in running and managing the media and photo publications for the camp.
PRIMARY DUTIES Under the direction of the Camp Director: Assist Camp Director in marketing upcoming summer sessions via social media and other platforms as needed Document all camp activities through photographs and videos; organize them for release Create and edit videos for various activities including welcoming families and campers to the island, for use on Family Day, as required for individual camper activities, and others as needed Create and manage posting photo and video footage for marketing purposes to Facebook and other social media platforms. Assist with editing and organizing digital camp newsletter Assist with editing and organizing camp yearbook. Responsible for PowerPoints for events such as awards, talent show, etc. Assist with campers as needed. Participate in camp training and abide by all camp policies and rules. Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must have a High School diploma. Sign Language communication skills Experience with photography, marketing and video editing and social media platforms required. Minimum age recommended is 20. SALARY AND BENEFITS
This role is seasonal and will be paid on a stipend basis. Compensation is dependent upon experience and training. This position will begin working upon hire.
ASD is ALL ways able. Should you require an accommodation for applying to this position, please contact the Human Resources Department.
American School for the Deaf does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's age, ancestry, color, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, past or present history of mental disability, intellectual disability, national origin, physical disability, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, transgender status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or civil union status) work place hazards to reproductive systems, and criminal record (in state employment and licensing).
All applicants will be screened, and the most highly qualified applicants will be invited to interview.
ANNOUNCES AN OPENING FOR
MEDIA COORDINATOR - SUMMER CAMP ISOLA BELLA
Dates: June 15, 2025 - July 26, 2025
CLOSING DATE
: UNTIL FILLED
REV: 1/2/2024
POST: 1/3/2025
Nestled in the beautiful Berkshire Mountains on Twin Lakes, Salisbury, Connecticut, "Isola Bella" means Beautiful Island in Italian. Isola Bella was bequeathed to The American School by the late Ferrari Ward and his wife, Muriel Alvord Ward. Both were members of the ASD Board of Directors and Mrs. Ward was the first woman to serve on the board. Through this wonderful gift, the American School became the United States' first school for the deaf to offer a summer program for deaf and hard of hearing youngsters and is the only camp for deaf children in Southern New England. Isola Bella is a scenic island estate that has been turned into a recreational/residential summer camp for deaf children ranging in age from 8 years to 17 years old. A wide variety of activities are offered depending on camper's skill and interest level. Some of these activities include: archery, arts & crafts, camp studies, swimming, sailing and canoeing, water skiing, overnight camping, hiking, team and non-competitive games and a variety of special trips and projects. The philosophy of the program is "learning through experience."
SCOPE OF DUTIES
Under the direction of the Camp Director shall have primary responsibility for assisting in running and managing the media and photo publications for the camp.
PRIMARY DUTIES Under the direction of the Camp Director: Assist Camp Director in marketing upcoming summer sessions via social media and other platforms as needed Document all camp activities through photographs and videos; organize them for release Create and edit videos for various activities including welcoming families and campers to the island, for use on Family Day, as required for individual camper activities, and others as needed Create and manage posting photo and video footage for marketing purposes to Facebook and other social media platforms. Assist with editing and organizing digital camp newsletter Assist with editing and organizing camp yearbook. Responsible for PowerPoints for events such as awards, talent show, etc. Assist with campers as needed. Participate in camp training and abide by all camp policies and rules. Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must have a High School diploma. Sign Language communication skills Experience with photography, marketing and video editing and social media platforms required. Minimum age recommended is 20. SALARY AND BENEFITS
This role is seasonal and will be paid on a stipend basis. Compensation is dependent upon experience and training. This position will begin working upon hire.
ASD is ALL ways able. Should you require an accommodation for applying to this position, please contact the Human Resources Department.
American School for the Deaf does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's age, ancestry, color, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, past or present history of mental disability, intellectual disability, national origin, physical disability, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, transgender status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or civil union status) work place hazards to reproductive systems, and criminal record (in state employment and licensing).
All applicants will be screened, and the most highly qualified applicants will be invited to interview.