Community Engagement Intern

This role is a summer 2024 internship lasting from approximately mid-May to mid-August.

This position is critical to the ministry of Sky Ranch and contributes directly to our mission of leading youth and families to know and follow Christ. The purpose of the Community Engagement Intern is to support the Community Engagement Team by creating assets to be used for marketing opportunities. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: traveling to our locations to obtain marketing assets, organizing & planning photo/video content for social media, shooting and editing pictures, taking phone videos to be used for reels, compliance with Sky Ranch Marketing team policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Primary duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
  • Supporting the Community Engagement team through collection of creative assets
  • Traveling to and collecting assets from all Sky Ranch sites during the Summer
  • Creating social content for Sky Ranch social media platforms as needed
  • Shooting and editing photos
  • Capturing phone video to create social reels
  • Contributing to the overall success of the Marketing Department by performing other essential duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Community Engagement Coordinator, Director of Marketing and Communication, and VP of Sales and Marketing

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain compliance with Sky Ranchs employee policies and procedures.
• Maintain compliance with all state and federal laws and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Ministry Safe / Child Advocacy

KNOWLEDGE

• Committed believer in Jesus Christ and must be willing to sign Sky Ranch Christian Doctrinal Statement.
• Must be committed to providing excellent customer care in all facets of their job and willing to assist others in the mission of leading youth and families to know and follow Christ.
• Must love kids and have a desire to keep kids safe.
• Ability to abide by rules and regulations.
• Flexibility when things change, selflessness
• Strong moral character and respect of authority
• Ability to interact well with kids, peers, and parents
• Energetic, positive, and effective communicator
• Dedicated
• Perseverant
• Resourceful
• Observant
• Quick problem-solving abilities
• Good communication skills

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Requires in-depth understanding of Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and Illustrator.
• Working knowledge of photography skills and techniques related to shooting and editing.
• Proficient working knowledge and ability to use various software including, but not limited to, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge of workplace safety procedures.
• Basic internet and social media skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Stands and walks long distances across camp during entire shift.
• Verbally communicates with campers, staff, and parents.
• Reaches, bends, and stoops frequently.
• Capable of participating in all camp activities.
• Carries up to 50 lbs.
• Climb ladders for activities and to reach top floor lodging.
• Hazards may include, but are not limited to: slipping, tripping, environmental, and risks associated with working around and with equine activities.
• Frequent washing of hands.

OTHER
Commitment to Christian principles and teachings both professionally and personally. Must be able to fully support Sky Ranchs Doctrinal Statement. An active membership in a church whose spiritual beliefs are aligned with Sky Ranchs Doctrinal Statement.

Commitment to Sky Ranchs Vision, Mission, Values (Who We A.R.E.) and Principles (WOW, Stewardship, and Excellence) demonstrated in daily behavior.

Must demonstrate annually a clear background check and review of child safety practices as required for camp accreditation by the American Camping Association.

Possess personal spiritual discipline that models a proactive approach toward personal, spiritual, and relational health.