Photography & Content Creation Intern

About the Role

• Assist in photography and video creation for PAWS Chicago.
• Capture the animals, people, and lifesaving work behind the organization.
• Create content for the PAWS Chicago website, marketing materials, and social media.
• Gain shooting experience and build a portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Photograph animals throughout their PAWS journey.
• Edit photos using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop.
• Organize and archive photos for the PAWS Chicago marketing and communications team.
• Capture video footage of lifesaving work at the Medical Center.
• Capture photos at PAWS Chicago adoption and fundraising events.
• Support additional digital marketing projects and campaigns.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Excellent photography skills using DSLR camera and smartphone.
• Videography experience using smartphone.
• Light video editing skills.
• Experience using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop for photo editing.
• Knowledge of social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, and Tiktok) and best practices.

Qualifications

• College student interested in photography, videography, and animal welfare.
• Some animal handling experience preferred.
• Ability to work proactively and independently.
• Ability to multi-task when needed.
• A passion for animals and animal welfare.
• Genuine interest in learning more about the No Kill movement.
• Submit a link to your photography portfolio or photo/video samples with your application.

Commitment: 12 - 20 hours per week over a 3 to 6 month semester, minimum 100 hours.

Location: PAWS Chicago Medical Center, 3516 W. 26th Street Chicago, IL 60623 and other PAWS locations and events.

This role is only available in-person.

All PAWS Chicago internships are unpaid.