Workhouse Arts Center – Photography/Videography

Intern

The Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton, VA is seeking a Photography & Videography Intern to capture the vibrancy of

our events, exhibitions, and creative community. Reporting to the Marketing Department, this role helps document and

promote Workhouse’s visual arts, performances, and educational programs.

About Workhouse
The Workhouse Arts Foundation, Inc. (WAF) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to operating the

Workhouse Arts Center, which opened in 2008. Located on the site of a former correctional facility, the center fosters

visual and performing arts, arts education, and historical programming. Through its diverse offerings, WAF enriches

the community by providing engaging cultural experiences. The foundation operates with an annual budget of $4 million,

supporting its mission to inspire creativity and preserve the site’s historical significance.

Summary Statement

Reporting to the Director of Marketing and Communications, this role supports the strategic marketing, sales, and

promotional efforts of Workhouse Arts Center. The Photography & Videography Intern will support the Workhouse Arts

Center in capturing and promoting its diverse programming, including visual arts, performing arts, workshops, and

community events. The role focuses on creating dynamic visual content—photos and videos—for use in marketing

materials, social media, websites, and promotional campaigns. Responsibilities include documenting art exhibits, artists at

work, classes, and special events, contributing to enhanced visibility and engagement across the community. This internship

plays a key role in strengthening the center’s digital and media presence.

Responsibilities May Include

Photography

• Capture high-quality images of artwork, gallery exhibitions, installations and events

• Photograph artists at work, including painting, drawing, ceramics, glassblowing, and more

• Document classes, workshops, camps and events to showcase student engagement

• Cover special events, including gallery openings, performances, and community programs

Videography

• Record short-form and long-form video content for marketing and promotional use

• Film artist interviews, behind-the-scenes footage, and event highlights

• Assist in editing and post-production, ensuring polished and engaging visual content

• Create reels and short clips optimized for social media platforms
  

Qualifications

• Experience in photography and videography (portfolio required)

• Experience in editing software (Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere Pro, Canva or similar)

• Access to professional equipment (camera, tripod, lighting, etc.)

• Ability to work on-site at Workhouse Arts Center
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Canva, Adobe Suite

Additional Notes

This is an unpaid internship with flexible hours, except when academic credit is required. The position can be partially

remote or on-site at the Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton, VA. For on-site work, the schedule is typically Monday–

Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM.

How to Apply
Send your resume with the subject line “Marketing Intern” to Nancy Hessler-Spruill at marketing@workhousearts.org.

References and work samples may be requested.

Workhouse DEI Statement:
The Workhouse is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff that honors their experiences, perspectives and

unique identity. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and

welcoming.

Workhouse EEO Statement:
The Workhouse is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.

Workhouse provides employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy,

national origin or ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender

identity, family responsibility, genetic status or information, military or veteran status or in any status protected by federal,

state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring,

placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Workhouse will

not tolerate unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under any circumstances.

Workhouse Health and Safety Policy: The Workhouse is committed to providing a healthy and safe environment for our

staff, artists, contractors, volunteers, students, and guests. With the continuing presence of COVID and its variants, the

Workhouse is following CDC guidance and State of Virginia and Fairfax County directives and strongly suggests that all staff

wear masks in all indoor Workhouse settings. The Workhouse is a Non-Smoking campus