What are the responsibilities and job description for the Internship: Media Production position at National Center on Sexual Exploitation?
ABOUT NCOSE & INTERNSHIP PROGRAM:
The National Center on Sexual Exploitation (NCOSE) exists because people should be free to live and love without sexual abuse and exploitation! If you share this vision and want to help create a culture where all individuals can thrive, then we invite you to join us!
The Sexual Justice Advocate Internship program enables you to participate in the ongoing work of defending human dignity. Internships offer a unique opportunity to combat sexual abuse and exploitation while gaining new skills through hands-on opportunities that seek to prevent exploitation before it begins. Interns also enjoy abundant opportunities to meet nationally recognized leaders in the field of anti-sexual exploitation and attend education briefings. The program also offers interns an opportunity to investigate their individual strengths and develop new skills.
NCOSE is focused on mass-scale prevention of sexual abuse and exploitation and deploys the tactics of corporate advocacy, public policy, civil litigation, and grassroots mobilization to reach this. Read about some of our recent victories here.
ABOUT THIS POSITION:
NCOSE is searching for an intern who will assist the Media Director in the production process for a wide range of videos, with a focus on short videos for social media channels. Also, assist the Director in managing the logistics and content of video output through every step of the process and will work with internal and external clients to get work done.
*Applications for this position will be processed on a rolling basis, so interested applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible.
*We are typically inundated with applications. We greatly appreciate your patience as we carefully review each candidate and ask that you hold your questions until contacted for an interview.
TERM: 13-15 weeks (1 semester), six months, or 1 year
RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE*:
Video Editing
- Producing video interviews on location and virtually.
- Assist with writing scripts and questions for videos and series or collaborating with colleagues in programs and centers and other stakeholders on scripts.
- Assist with filming video interviews.
- Editing videos for distribution across multiple platforms.
- Produce news analysis videos for social media, including video edits.
- Work on some live events along with our AV team and attend regular team meetings.
Live Streaming Production
- Show Assistant: Your job will be to assist with multiple different types of events. Assistants will be monitoring the live-stream.
- Live-Streamer: Your job will be to run your video/streaming event.
Tech and AV
- Prepare and set up audio-visual equipment for meetings and presentations in conference rooms.
- Rearrange conference room layouts to accommodate presenter needs and logistical requirements.
- Collaborate with the HR Operations and Media Teams to troubleshoot IT issues.
- Work with an external IT contractor to resolve laptop and other technical problems.
- Track and assign IT equipment, including laptops, and maintain office equipment.
*Tasks may shift based on the organization’s current need and opportunities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Passionate about opposing sexual exploitation, as well as a passion for NCOSE’s mission, vision and values
- University student or young professional
- Some experience in video production.
- Video editing, with ability to edit quickly under deadline.
- Ability to manage multiple projects at once.
- Familiarity with YouTube, Vimeo, Instagram, Twitter, and other video and digital media platforms
- Ability to work well with senior officials and staff at all levels.
- After Effects experience preferred.
- Good written and oral communication skills and understand innately how to distill complex information into a digestible, narrative format.
Desired Software and Systems Experience
- Davinci Resolve,
- Vmix Live Streaming
- Autodesk Maya
- Blender
BENEFITS:
- Hands-on work with passionate, talented team members
- Mentorship from some of the movement’s kindest and most passionate leaders
- In-depth 12-week training on various exploitation issues
- Incredible networking opportunities with movement leaders
- A creative, collaborative, and inclusive company culture
- Opportunities to develop professionally and uncover skills you didn’t know you had
- Real-life experiences that will provide you with the confidence to delve into your next adventure
COMPENSATION:
NCOSE internships are unpaid. However interns may be provided a small monthly stipend based on qualifications and hours in the office.
SCHEDULE:
This position requires 24-40 hours per week. Candidates must be mostly available during NCOSE’s office hours of Monday through Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm EST in order to coordinate with the team. Our team is in the office on M, W, & Th and remote on T & F. Evenings and weekends are typically not eligible for a NCOSE internship.
LOCATION:
This internship is at NCOSE’s office headquarters in Washington, DC. The best experience is achieved in the office, where events, meetings, and opportunities for learning and networking happen regularly. Remote positions may be considered for outstanding applicants.
TO APPLY:
To apply, submit the checklist items and complete the questionnaire.
· Cover Letter describing your interest in a NCOSE Internship
· Resume
· Two Letters of Reference
· Unofficial Transcript
· Writing Sample
Incomplete applications, including those without reference letters, will not be considered.
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