Videography Intern - Butterfly Pavilion

Videography Intern Spring 2025

Title: Videography Intern

Supervisor: VP of Marketing and Communications, Guest Services and Membership

Internship Timeframe: Tuesday, January 7, 2025 – Friday, May 30, 2025

About Butterfly Pavilion: At Butterfly Pavilion, (BP) we transform the way people think about invertebrates. These small but mighty animals that surround us are so much more than people think. They are everywhere because everything depends on them. They are the hidden heroes of the animal kingdom. As the leader in invertebrate knowledge, inspiration and connection, Butterfly Pavilion works to foster an appreciation of these critical animals by educating the public about the need to protect and care for threatened habitats globally, while conducting research for solutions in invertebrate conservation. Whether it is providing unique, firsthand learning experiences in our exhibits and educational programs, conducting new research that sets the standard for zoos across the country or building innovative solutions for species and habitat conservation in countries around the world, Butterfly Pavilion is leading the way in ensuring invertebrates are protected for the future. 

Looking forward, we are committed to providing the most enriching experience for our audience, being recognized as a scientific authority, and being a leading educational resource on invertebrates.

Our Core Values are a large part of who we are as an organization:

• Make Science Cool

• Love What You Do

• Go Above and Beyond

• Lead Change

• Know Your Stuff

• Be Positive

• Welcome All

These aren't just words, but words to live by here at Butterfly Pavilion.

Commitment:

• 12-16 hours per week for the duration of the internship. The weekly schedule is flexible to accommodate class and work schedules.

• Must be available for orientation on January 7th, 2025

• Must be available for final presentation of project on May 21st, 2025

Stipend: Unpaid; school credit can be earned for this internship in most cases.

Position Summary:  

We are seeking a talented and creative Intern Videographer to join our team. This internship offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in creating engaging video content for marketing and promotional purposes. With Butterfly Pavilion celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2025, there will be many remarkable stories to tell. The ideal candidate should have a keen eye for visual storytelling, access to videography equipment, and proficiency in video editing software. This position will report to the VP of Marketing and Communications and collaborate closely with team members to capture the essence of our brand and mission.

Upon orientation completion, the Videography Intern will work with their supervisor to develop a work plan and project outline goals by month. Interns are required to develop a term project and presentation. Additional information for this project will be provided upon starting.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Content Creation: Shoot and produce high-quality video content for various platforms, including social media, website, and internal channels.

• Editing: Edit raw footage into polished videos that effectively communicate our brand message and captivate our audience.

• Pre-Production & Planning: Assist in concept development, storyboarding, and planning to ensure each video meets project goals and deadlines.

• Project Collaboration: Work closely with the marketing and communications team to ensure consistency in brand messaging and visual standards.

• Content Management: Organize and manage video assets, keeping an archive of raw and edited footage for future use.

• Meet deadlines and expectations to complete a project over the duration of the internship. Professionally present this project to Butterfly Pavilion team members at the end of the internship.

• Provide miscellaneous support for needs from marketing and communications team

• Attend on-site events, as needed

Qualifications:

• Education: Current student enrolled in a relevant program (e.g., Film, Media Studies, Marketing, Communication, or a related field).

• Equipment: Must have access to personal videography equipment (camera, microphone, etc.) that produces high-quality video images, and a laptop or computer with editing software. All video submitted will become the property of Butterfly Pavilion, to be used in any electronic media.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in video editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or similar).

• Portfolio: Portfolio or reel demonstrating videography and editing work.

Competencies:

• Strong understanding of digital media trends and social media platforms.

• Knowledge of basic lighting and audio setup.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Responsible and Accountable

• Teamwork and Cooperation

• Follow Through

• Flexibility/Adaptability

• Coachability/Willingness to Learn

Additional Requirements:

• Must be available for orientation on January 7th, 2025

• Must be available for final presentation of project on May 21st, 2025

• Must have reliable transportation to and from both Butterfly Pavilion and the offsite office

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age

Work Environment / Physical Requirements:

While performing the responsibilities of this position, the following work environment characteristics are representative of the environment the position will encounter. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• At Butterfly Pavilion, the team member is occasionally exposed to moderate to loud environmental noise for extended periods of time. While performing the responsibilities of this position, the team member is required to talk and hear. The team member is often required to sit and stand, use their hands and fingers, to handle/feel/grasp. The team member is occasionally required to reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision. The team member should be able to lift, carry and items up to 50 lbs.

Deadline for application: Open until filled.  

How to Apply:

Butterfly Pavilion encourages people of all backgrounds to apply for open positions and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or veteran status.

Fill out the form to the right and click "Apply for this Position" to start the application process. Must submit a cover letter and resume. Please no phone calls or walk-ins.