Photography Intern

Position Summary:
Lincoln Children’s Zoo is looking for a qualified intern to join our communications team this summer. Our communications team oversees the Zoo's Summer Camp photography. Photos taken during this internship will be shared with Zoo Camp parents and used in Zoo marketing and social media. This intern should be prepared to work in a fast-paced environment and will finish the internship having gained broad experience in various aspects of photography.

Essential Job Functions:

• Take photos during Summer Zoo Camps
• Additional opportunities to takes photos of animals, events, guests, Zoo Crew, etc.
• Edit and organize photos

Requirements/Experience:

• Existing knowledge of photography is required
• Ability to operate a DSLR camera (Personal camera gear is not required)
• Experience with Adobe Photoshop and/or Lightroom is preferred
• A photography portfolio is required for consideration

Additional Details:

• Internship can be used for college credit with proper paperwork and hours. Intern is responsible for gathering the required materials to receive college credit
• Summer internship will take place from May 28-August 2, 2024.
• Interns will be expected to work 10 hours per week, Monday through Friday
• Intern schedule is flexible, but availability during Zoo Camp is required. Zoo Camp runs Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 4:00pm
• This internship is designed for current college students, however exceptions can be made. Please let us know if you are interested but not a current college student.

Acceptable Majors:

• Photography, Marketing, Advertising, Communications, Art and other relevant majors preferred.
• Other majors accepted with portfolio of previous photography experience.

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