Company

Conservation LegacySee more

addressAddressAsheville, NC
type Form of workFull-Time
CategorySales/marketing

Job description

Blue Ridge Parkway Multimedia and Communications Interns (2 positions open)

Reports to: NPS Blue Ridge Parkway

Length: Term of position is 32 weeks; full time 40 hrs/wk

Position Type: Seasonal, Full-Time, Exempt 

Weekly Stipend: $650/week

AmeriCorps Award: Position is eligible for an AmeriCorps education award upon successful completion of the program. Value of education award is $2,474.27 pre-tax.

Other Benefits:

Position Dates: Flexible on or before January 8th, 2024-August 19th, 2024 (tentative)

Positions available: 2

Locations: Asheville, NC

 

Position Details 

The mission of Conservation Corps North Carolina (CCNC) is to empower young adults through meaningful work that benefits North Carolina’s land and water and creates healthy communities. CCNC is a program of Conservation Legacy that partners with public land managers in North Carolina to engage motivated young adults (ages 18-30) to complete challenging and impactful conservation service projects throughout the region. These projects aim to be meaningful, respectful, goal oriented, and work for the betterment of the land and for the future of conservation.   

 

Overview 

These positions will:

  • support the development of a wide variety of communications strategies focused on park projects and national messaging priorities such as: motorcycle safety*, road safety, park improvements, visitor impacts, high impact projects, and natural resource management issues through creative content development.
  • develop a searchable media library for existing and new media files
  • identify gaps in the park’s photo and video files.
  • create content in areas that need further development. 

*Note: Interns will participate in project team with NPS law enforcement and risk management professionals to support goals of a two-year motorcycle safety campaign, Rule the Ridge, designed to provide targeted messaging promoting motorcycle safety for a vulnerable Parkway user group. 

Position Responsibilities 

Due to the nature of this position, interns must have effective communication skills. The interns will be working with NPS staff and have an abundance of support both on-site and virtually during regular business hours.

Interns will also need to have strong teamworking skills and be able to delegate tasks appropriately between fellow interns. The interns will be working in teams of two to complete tasks. Additional skills that will be key to success are communication skills (verbal and non-verbal), conflict management, empathy, active listening skills, and a positive attitude.

This position will start with training in which interns will understand the mission of the National Park Service, history and state of the Blue Ridge Parkway, as well as the purpose of the projects and proper protocol in which to complete them. During service, the interns will be expected to meet once a week with their site supervisor to check in on their progress.

Schedule 

This position is held within the standard work week of Monday-Friday, 40 hours a week, with a possibility of occasional weekend shifts or travel.

Position Locations 

Two (2) positions are available at the following site. There will be travel throughout the term to various locations on the Blue Ridge Parkway. 

Blue Ridge Parkway – National Park Service. Park headquarters/office location in Asheville, NC. 

  

Minimum Requirements 

Possession of a valid driver’s license and ability to safely operate a vehicle

Must have familiarity and/or experience with Adobe Creative Suite, cameras/photography, film editing, graphic design, social media strategies, and photo organizing. 

Must be able to conduct field work involving hiking and carrying equipment as well as the ability to occasionally use hand tools and/or light machinery.

Must have the flexibility to work varying shifts and participate in overnight stays

 

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities 

Knowledge of best practices in content creation and photo file organization. 

Ability for independent planning, data organization, record-keeping, and resourcefulness in the absence of on-site supervision 

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions from supervisors and co-workers. 

Ability to communicate effectively – both written and orally with supervisors, co-workers, division personnel, and occasionally with public interaction. 

Ability to complete tasks within designated timeframes. 

Ability to navigate remote settings with maps, written directions, and/or GPS. 

 

Communications/Interpersonal Contacts 

The position requires excellent proficiency of the English language and the ability to convey information orally and in writing creatively, clearly and concisely. Interns must be able to analyze and present information in required formats as well as written summaries and reports of results. This position requires manipulation of information, data, and the use of but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, database software, Adobe Creative Suite, Hootsuite, and Canva. This position requires the ability to effectively display data and themes in creative digital content and messaging. These teams will also be working closely together so interpersonal skills, communication, and problem-solving skills will be especially important to maintain.

 Benefits 

Position is eligible for an AmeriCorps education award upon successful completion of the program. Value of education award is $2,474.27(pre-tax). 

Living Allowance: $650/week (pre-tax) 

In addition to your resume, please submit a one-page cover letter highlighting why you are interested in this position and how your background and experience will help you succeed in this position. 

 

For more information, please contact CCNC Program Staff at CCNCrecruiting@conservationlegacy.org 

  

CCNC does not and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. 

 

"Conservation Legacy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring a breadth of diverse professionals and encourage members of diverse groups to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, political affiliation, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during application or recruiting process, please send a request to the hiring manager." 

 

 


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Refer code: 7223397. Conservation Legacy - The previous day - 2023-12-18 00:39

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