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Summer Camp Photographer

2/17/2026

The Summer Camp Photographer supports the photography needs of the organization for print collateral, digital advertising, and social media by capturing photo and video footage of daily activities. This role involves working closely with the Creative Director and Social Media Manager to update and organize the marketing media library.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

51-200 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

Established in 1901 as one of the nation's first summer camps, Frost Valley YMCA now provides four seasons of outdoor, experiential and educational opportunities. Frost Valley YMCA is a 6,000 acre residential camping, environmental education, and conference center located in the heart of the “forever wild” Catskill Mountain Preserve. The Frost Valley YMCA mission is to put Judeo/Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. In pursuit of this mission, we strive to embody the following core values: Caring: We go beyond ourselves to do what we can for all. Diversity: We promote a culture of respect and value diversity. Honesty: We maintain the trust of surrounding community, guests and fellow staff through honesty with ourselves and others. Inclusiveness: We open hearts and minds to all people. Respect: We feel and show honor and consideration for others, the environment, health and ourselves through our actions, services and deeds. Responsibility: We hold ourselves accountable for what we do, accept results of the actions we take, and seek to fulfill expectations of our staff and guests Stewardship: We strive to be conscientious caretakers of our facilities, natural resources, environment, community and each other, now and in the future. Community: We work together to create shared connections. As a charitable organization, we raise funds throughout the year for camperships that cover the costs of camp for children and families who would not otherwise be able to attend. To help us give the gift of camp, please email development@FrostValley.org or visit http://www.frostvalley.org/donate

About the Role

Description

The Summer Camp Photographer is under the supervision of the Creative Director and is responsible for supporting the photography needs of the Frost Valley YMCA organization in print collateral, digital advertising and social media/networking. This position will work to the highest standards to meet the mission of not only the department, but also the YMCA, the expectations of the staff and guests, and the best interests of Frost Valley YMCA.

Requirements

Responsible for capturing photo and video footage of the daily activities of Frost Valley YMCA to support digital and print marketing efforts
Some nights and weekends will be required
Works closely with the Creative Director and Social Media Manager to update and organize the marketing photos media library
Maintains equipment, supplies and property of Frost Valley YMCA
Models, teaches and upholds the Frost Valley YMCA Code of Conduct
Maintains professional appearance and decorum
Meets deadlines and is consistently prepared and organized
Performs other duties as assigned
Embrace the Frost Valley YMCA’s character values

QUALIFICATIONS:

Clean and valid U.S. drivers license, must be comfortable driving Frost Valley vehicles
Experience with digital photography -photography samples required
Samples should not be digitally altered with filters, effects, etc
Samples should include posed people, candid people, action & scenic
Samples should be editorial/photo journalistic in style, less artistic/abstract
Comfortable with walking for long periods of time, sometimes across hilly terrain and through the woods
Detail oriented, team player with excellent communication and time management skills
Excellent problem-solving skills
Strong initiative & work ethic
Commitment to working with a diverse staff and population for the fulfillment of YMCA goals

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Prolonged periods outside. May require ability to navigate hilly terrain and woods
May be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

FROST VALLEY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

RATE OF PAY: $6,800.00 annualized (position is paid at an hourly rate of $17.00 per hour), onsite room and board offered. This is a 10 week position, date of employment June 22, 2026 through August 28, 2026

DEADLINE TO APPLY: May 1, 2026

Key Skills

Digital PhotographyPhotojournalistic StyleVideo Footage CaptureMedia Library OrganizationEquipment MaintenanceTime ManagementCommunicationProblem-SolvingOrganizationDriving