Media Production Student

Organization: Parks Canada

Work Location: Riding Mountain National Park, Wasagaming MB

Application Deadline: February 29, 2016

Job Description:

The student will take a role in implementing various media production initiatives and assist the

Promotions and Non-Personal Media Officer with projects in Riding Mountain National Park.

Duties will include capturing new photos and video as required and editing existing video footage.

Primary duties will be focused on assisting with video/photo projects, but may also include various

promotional activities in the Park from marketing to events. This position is within the seasonal

time frame for core operations within the Wasagaming and area business community.

Specialization:

Media Production (Videography/ Photography)

Digital Media Design

Communications

Hourly Rates of Pay: $12.77 17.92 (Under Review)

Duration of Employment: Students are typically hired for seasonal full-time employment from

mid-May to late August.

Academic Level: Must be enrolled in post-secondary education.

Knowledge and Skills required:

Experience using DSLRs

Experience or knowledge planning and developing photo and video shoots (research, shot list,

documentation)

Experience or knowledge with hands-on and post video production (audio, lighting).

Experience with the Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Premiere Pro (After Effects, Photoshop,

InDesign, and Illustrator are major assets).

Strong verbal and written skills.

Experience working with the public.

Abilities/ Personal Suitability and Attributes:

Ability to follow video and design usage guidelines.

Ability to work both individually and in a team environment.

Excellent time management and organizational skills.

Exercises sound judgment.

Strives for excellence in his/her work.

Productive/ makes things happen.

Enjoys working with the public.

Is creative and innovative.

Language Requirement: English essential, French an asset.

Information to be provided: You must provide the following information when submitting your

application.

Cover letter

Resume

Portfolio (online link), or samples of your work

All successful candidates must:

Possess a valid drivers license.

Be able to work weekdays, weekends, and shift work.

Provide their own housing & travel.

Please forward your complete application to:

Megan Dudeck

Promotions and Non-Personal Media Officer

Riding Mountain National Park

megan.dudeck@pc.gc.ca

Applicants also will need to apply online to the Federal Summer Student Program/Young

Canada Works @ http://jobs-emplois.gc.ca/fswep-pfete/index-eng.php