Job Role

Media Manager - Videographer

  • Taking, editing and uploading photos daily (approximately 200 photos per day)
  • Make sure all required shots are taken as stated in the handbook
  • Managing and producing several short films (between 4 and 7 minutes in length)
  • Managing Instagram/Facebook stories for your campus, and TikTok
  • Managing your time effectively to make sure you can document different parts of the day: Classes, activities, evening programmes etc
  • Must be good with people and able to create connections quickly
  • Creative ideas and the ability to communicate and execute them
  • Fun in nature and doesn’t take themselves too seriously
  • Works well in a team and has a flexible attitude
  • Stays calm under pressure
  • Has clear and effective communication skills
  • Is enthusiastic with the ability to self-motivate and use their initiative

WHAT DOES THIS JOB INVOLVE?

Our Media Managers are responsible for documenting the entire 3 week summer school from both the students and staff point of view through short films.

You will be taking film footage in classes, at outdoor activities, evening events and on cultural trips and activities. Film footage will be used to compile a series of videos including your end of session memories video.

Our Head Office manages the main social media feeds, while you will be responsible for Instagram and Facebook Stories, as well as creating engaging short-form videos for TikTok.

As the Media Manager, you will be responsible for managing your own time and for making sure all media content is edited and uploaded as soon as possible. All of our summer positions are fully residential and this position is a fantastic opportunity to get involved with all aspects of the summer school and truly help to make memories for our students and staff teams.

WHEN AND WHERE WE NEED YOU:

Yale: 9th July - 4th August 2025

REIMBURSEMENT:

Before the start of the session, we run a three-day orientation (dates are inclusive of this).

Staff members receive reimbursement after the session. Travel reimbursements and any finders’ fees are paid separately.

Staff receive full bed and board throughout the sessions, and board during orientation. Staff are responsible for their meals during orientation.

Yale: $2500 USD for the session

TRAVEL:

Travelling within the US: Up to $450 reimbursed for travel to/from Yale

Travelling from outside of the US: Up to $500 reimbursed for travel to/from Yale.

If we are taking you on the J1 visa, we will also reimburse up to $150 for travel to your embassy appointment.

The cost of the J1 Visa + SEVIS Fee is paid for by ISSOS.

Flights & Embassy Appointment costs are the responsibility of the staff member.

WHO CAN APPLY?

Any nationality is welcome to apply for this role as we are able to provide sponsorship through the J1 visa. Visa numbers are limited, therefore we strongly encourage US citizens and those who have the right to work in the US to apply for these roles.

ANYTHING ELSE YOU SHOULD KNOW?

  • All of our staff must pass a full criminal background check*
  • We provide full bed and board for you at our campuses, plus fixed payment

WHAT WILL YOU GET OUT OF IT?

Our Media Manager roles offer a fantastic opportunity for those looking to build on their previous experience and gain invaluable skills that can be applied to their full-time careers. You will develop your leadership and management skills while working with students and staff from over 80 nationalities, at the same time as having a fantastic summer experience of your own. No two days at ISSOS are the same and we are really proud of the fact that our staff team has as much fun during the summer as our students do.
Read our staff testimonials or check out our Staff FAQs

Disclaimer
*ISSOS International and ISSOS USA are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students and expects all stakeholders to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be expected to hold a current PVG/DBS or equivalent enhanced background check/be willing to obtain one. The cost of this will be covered by the company. Employment will be subject to the company receiving two references from previous employees covering your suitability for the specific position and working with those under 18 years old.

YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

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  • Taking, editing and uploading photos daily (approximately 200 photos per day)
  • Make sure all required shots are taken as stated in the handbook
  • Managing and producing several short films (between 4 and 7 minutes in length)
  • Managing Instagram/Facebook stories for your campus, and TikTok
  • Managing your time effectively to make sure you can document different parts of the day: Classes, activities, evening programmes etc

THE TYPE OF PERSON WE ARE LOOKING FOR: 

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  • Must be good with people and able to create connections quickly
  • Creative ideas and the ability to communicate and execute them
  • Fun in nature and doesn’t take themselves too seriously
  • Works well in a team and has a flexible attitude
  • Stays calm under pressure
  • Has clear and effective communication skills
  • Is enthusiastic with the ability to self-motivate and use their initiative
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