Photography & Videography Intern

About New York Edge

New York Edge (NYE) is the largest provider of school-based afterschool and summer

programming in New York City, serving over 33,000 students annually across all five boroughs

and Long Island. Our mission is to help young people discover their potential by providing

programs that support academic achievement, social-emotional development, and leadership

growth. Through deep partnerships with schools, communities, and city agencies, we deliver

high-quality experiences that address the needs of the whole child and build pathways to

lifelong success.

Internship Overview

The Photography & Videography Intern will support the Advancement & Communications Department, working closely with the marketing and creative team to capture compelling visual content that highlights New York Edge’s impact across New York City. 

This internship is ideal for a student interested in visual storytelling, photojournalism, and nonprofit communications. The intern will gain hands-on experience in field production, studio support, and post-production editing while contributing to mission-driven storytelling that amplifies youth voices and advances educational equity.

Location: Woodside, Queens (Hybrid)
Duration: Summer 2026 (8-10 weeks, flexible)
Hours: 20-25 hours/week
Compensation: $20/hour

Key Responsibilities

• Visual Storytelling & Branding: Capture compelling photo and video content that reflects New York Edge’s mission while maintaining brand consistency across digital platforms.

• Field Production: Capture high-quality video and audio of after-school programs, student performances, and special events across New York City.

• Creative Development: Help brainstorm and storyboard creative concepts that highlight the organization's impact on youth development.

• Photo Editing & Post-Production: Retouch, color-correct, and edit images using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop for social media and web use.

• Video Editing & Content Creation: Use software like Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro to create engaging short-form content for social media (Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts etc.).

• Digital Asset Management: Organize and tag the digital photo/video library to ensure easy access for print layouts and publications.

• Production Support: Assist with studio setup, location scouting, and managing release forms for student privacy.

• Other projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate student

• Prior experience with photography or videography (academic, freelance, or personal projects) required; portfolio preferred.

• Proficiency or working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere Pro)

• Interest in nonprofit communications, digital media and storytelling for social impact

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

What You’ll Gain

• Real-world experience in photojournalism, event coverage, and nonprofit visual communications.

• Portfolio-ready content published across New York Edge’s digital platforms and marketing materials.

• Mentorship from experienced creative and marketing professionals.

• Exposure to full photography and videography workflow—from pre-production planning and on-location shooting to post-processing editing and digital asset management.

• A meaningful opportunity to use your creative skills to support educational equity across New York City

New York Edge is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.