What Are Digital Photography Jobs at Summer Camp?

Digital Photography Jobs at Summer Camps

Digital photography jobs at summer camps are some of the most creatively engaging roles you can find for a working photographer or photo student. From shooting candid moments at sleepaway camp activities to running daily parent uploads and capturing color war madness at residential camps, digital photographers shape how families experience the summer through their lens.

As a digital photographer at an overnight camp, you’ll shoot all day across activities — waterfront, sports, arts, evening programs — and then cull, edit, and upload images to the parent platform each evening. You’ll also support end-of-summer slideshows, social content, and yearbook photography. Many co-ed residential camps run robust media departments where photographers collaborate with videographers, social content creators, and marketing leads throughout the summer.

What does a digital photographer at summer camp do?

You’ll shoot activities throughout the day and then cull, edit, and upload images to the camp’s parent platform each evening. Slideshows, yearbook photography, and social content are common add-ons at the sleepaway camp throughout the summer camp season.

What gear is typical for digital photography roles at sleepaway camps?

DSLR or mirrorless cameras with a versatile zoom lens, fast prime, and reliable laptop running Lightroom are typical. Some residential camps provide gear; others ask staff to bring their own. Always confirm gear policies in your interview.

What background works best for these jobs?

Photography degrees, working pro experience, or strong portfolios with kids, sports, or events all stand out. Photography students looking to build seasonal experience are great candidates at overnight camps across the country.

What does the pay look like for digital photography jobs at camp?

Pay is competitive and commensurate with experience and portfolio strength. Sleepaway camps include room, board, and laundry alongside salary, which adds significant value to the overall summer camp package.

Do digital photographers teach campers?

Sometimes. At many co-ed residential camps, photographers also run a photography elective for campers, teaching composition, basic editing, and storytelling alongside their core shooting duties at the summer camp.

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Berkshire Trails Camp

Berkshire Trails Camp is hiring for summer ! Join us for a fun-filled, action-packed summer! Spend your summer living and working in the Berkshires at a coed overnight camp where staff play a central role in everything from cabin life and activities to special events and evening programs. Berkshire Trails Camp is located in Great…

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Camp Med-o-lark
82 Medolark Road
Washington, Maine 04574
United States

Camp Med-o-lark is hiring for summer ! Why choose Camp Med-o-lark? The campers, the community, and the magic! Experience an unforgettable summer! Camp Med-o-lark offers an exciting array of summer camp activities and creative and performing arts activities. Our staff is a vibrant mix of individuals from across the U.S. and around the world, each…

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