Indigenous Youth Multimedia Fellow

Indigenous Youth Multimedia Fellow

The Indigenous Youth Multimedia Fellowship is an 18-week, paid fellowship that provides Indigenous student journalists and early-career Indigenous media professionals with an opportunity to strengthen their multimedia storytelling skills. The fellow will be documenting Student Conservation Association program participants in the field across the country by traveling to various work sites to gather content, including video and still photography, for the SCA's publications, website and social media channels. This unique role is responsible for shooting, writing, editing and transmitting stories. We are looking for talented individuals eager to gain professional-level experience producing high-quality storytelling about the SCA's hands-on conservation work and who have a passion for innovative print, digital and visual storytelling experiences.
Who is encouraged to apply:
Indigenous, Native American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, First Nation, Inuit or Métis undergraduate students, graduate students, recent graduates or early-career professionals pursuing journalism.
Job Responsibilities:

Execute SCA multimedia coverage and production, including development, planning, scripting and shooting steady, sequenced video with good, clean audio
Edit regular video content, from short-form social video to video packages featuring interviews with program participants and partners
Capture still images
Write blog posts for the SCA website and newsletter content
Book all travel and lodging arrangements to and from story assignments
Consult with the Sr. Director of MarComm regarding brand alignment
Complete assignments according to established guidelines and deadlines
Communicate frequently and work collaboratively with colleagues
Qualifications:

Must be aged 21 to 35
Previous experience in journalism (internships, freelance work or student media), including solid writing skills, is required
Demonstrable skills in shooting and editing video and still photography are required
Experience using standard non-linear editing software, preferably Premier Pro or Final Cut Pro
Experience developing social media content (Facebook/Instagram/TikTok, etc.) is required
Experience writing news articles and/or blog posts is required
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment and meet deadlines
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Ability to work alternate schedules as needed, as assigned by the Sr. Director of Marketing & Communications
Ability to travel frequently to project sites across the country for story assignments
This role requires a valid driver's license
Preference for those who live near an airport with a Southwest Airlines terminal
Application Materials:
Resume
A cover letter outlining how you would approach the fellowship and what you hope to gain from the experience
5-10 work samples (links or attachments)
Portfolio (optional but strongly encouraged)
Equal Opportunity Statement
The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.