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Summer Camp Media Jobs

Further your career with hands-on experience or share your skills with campers. From photography to DJing, there’s a job to suit every skillset.

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What Media Jobs Exist at Summer Camp?

Media jobs at camp involve a range of counselor duties, where you’ll be sharing your skills with and teaching the campers, and working directly for the camp. This could include producing photography, videography, and social media for the camp or helping campers discover new talents in the DJ booth, behind the camera or in the editing studio. Either way, you’re certain to see everything camp has to offer from a whole new angle.

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Skills & Experience

  • Photography & Videography

    A lot of camps hire photography and videography counselors to take pictures and make videos throughout the summer which are then used to promote the camp across their website and social media channels. Working in the camp media team will give you a chance to showcase your video and photography skills to the whole camp whilst also teaching campers the same skills.

    Other great skills to share also includes the ability to edit photography and film and add special effects and animation.

    Proven experience in photography or videography is awesome, especially if you are studying one of those subjects. If you can showcase any work this could really help with your application. Whether it’s an online portfolio, a video you made or some examples of photos, show off your fantastic work!

  • Graphic & Digital Design

    As well as taking photos and films at camp, Camp Directors are looking for counselors with the talent to take that visual media to the next level. You might make a music video, create and edit special effects, and even design animation.

    If you have direct experience of graphic and digital design, especially if you are studying it, make sure you put it on your application and include any examples you can of your fantastic work.

  • DJing & Sound Engineering

    Some camps have their own recording studios and radio stations. As a counselor specialising in this area, you will help to run the studio and the radio station, getting campers fully involved to create their own music and mixes and share them with the rest of camp.

    If you have direct experience of radio or sound engineering, especially if you are studying it, make sure you put it on your application and include any examples you can of your fantastic work.

  • Childcare

    Even though you’re an activity specialist, you’ll still likely have counselor duties when you’re not teaching or taking your time off. Any childcare experience can be great to include in your application. As a counselor your duties will include waking campers up in the mornings, joining in with mealtimes and evening activities and then making sure they go to bed at night. You’ll be keeping them organised and safe, making sure they listen to instructions (and follow them…) and also serving as a key source of fun and entertainment throughout the day!

  • Enthusiasm & a Fun-Loving Attitude

    As well as finding talented individuals who can help campers improve their media skills, Camp Directors are looking for counselors who can make sure their campers enjoy the best summer ever.

    By approaching every day and every activity with enthusiasm and fun, you’ll make sure your campers feel the same way too. They’ll be much more willing to step out of their own comfort zones and embrace new experiences, especially if they’re first-time campers who might already be feeling a bit unsure or nervous.

  • Communication

    From sunrise to lights out, you’re likely talking to someone, somewhere. From your campers themselves, to other counselors and staff members, you’re going to need your communication skills to be in tip-top shape.

    With the campers, you need to be able to strike the balance between understanding and following rules and expectations, and creating incredible memories of one of the best summers they’ll ever have. Although, remember communication isn’t just about talking - you’ll need to actively listen to any problems or concerns, and make sure campers feel valued and heard.

    With other counselors and staff members, you’ll also be building a network of hugely supportive relationships at camp, and likely developing new friendships you’ll have for years and years to come. Communication becomes one of the most important aspects of the teamwork you’ll need to make sure each day runs smoothly.

  • Patience

    You’re going to spend a minimum of 9 weeks working with kids of varying ages at camp. They’re going to be excited and energetic, and you just wait until the sugar in those s’mores hits their system!

    Patience is a hugely valuable skill to have in your remit. By being patient you’ll be able to let the campers express themselves to their fullest, all the while retaining control, maintaining the fun and being as supportive as you possibly can. When a challenge arises, patience can help you navigate it with ease.

  • Flexibility

    Camp life and kids are unpredictable, so having some flexibility is going to help you out a lot in daily camp life. Joining this together with some problem-solving skills, you’ll be able to navigate plenty of tricky situations.

    From changes to the schedule, handling bad weather or dealing with unexpected events, being flexible will help you handle a changing camp environment in a way that means your campers likely remain oblivious to the fact that this wasn’t the plan all along. The more enthusiastic you are about new plans, the more on board your campers will be too!

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Real Experiences

Don't just take our word for it - this is just a snapshot of the amazing summers our participants have had at summer camp and why they keep coming back for more.

Camp is a truly life-changing experience and there is no better way to finish it off than travelling the USA after with all your new camp mates! I have done this every summer and had an incredible time.

Colm, Camp Walden NY

Colm, Camp Walden NY

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The children had an amazing summer surrounded by love in a safe environment. The parents were so grateful as we gave their children a summer to remember, whilst they had some well needed respite.

Lucy, Camp Northwood NY

Lucy, Camp Northwood NY

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My first year at camp was after being hired at a Camp America recruitment fair. Within a week of the campers arriving, they’d become little brothers which made returning the easiest decision I’d ever made.

Sam, Camp Lakota NY

Sam, Camp Lakota NY

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After camp, I finally got my dream trip to New York. I had a blast exploring with some awesome friends I made at camp! It felt like a dream come true, and I'll always remember it!

Marta, Camp Southwoods NY

Marta, Camp Southwoods NY

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Being able to go back and see my friends again and try different activities and new roles every year just keeps it exciting. Every year brings new fun and new challenges.

Rachel, Camp Sebago ME

Rachel, Camp Sebago ME

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Camp is a magical place where you can truly be yourself and escape reality. I love making my campers’ summers amazing and I’ve made friends for life. It really is a life changing experience.

Jessica, Lake Stockwell Day Camp NJ

Jessica, Lake Stockwell Day Camp NJ

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Why Work a Summer Camp Media Job?

Summer Camp Media jobs tend to give you the best of both worlds. You get to gain hands-on experience that will expand your own portfolio and contribute towards your future career, but you also get to live the life of a camp counselor. As a counselor you will share your own skills and knowledge with the campers, watch them develop and grow their own new talents and maybe inspire them for their own future. It all makes for a truly unforgettable summer.

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Ready for the experience?

Don’t miss out on your American summer camp adventure. Start your application today and prepare for a summer working abroad, travelling the USA, and becoming a positive role model for children and young adults in whichever camp you call home.