Photography jobs at summer camps are some of the most rewarding seasonal roles for working photographers, photography students, and skilled hobbyists. Whether you’re shooting daily activities for parent platforms at traditional sleepaway camps or running full photography electives at large co-ed residential camps, this role blends storytelling with mentorship in a uniquely creative summer environment.
As a photography staffer at an overnight camp, you’ll shoot across the day, edit and publish daily, and often teach a camper photography elective covering composition, exposure, lighting, and basic editing. You’ll manage studio space, computers, and shared cameras while contributing to slideshows and yearbook content. Many co-ed residential camps invest in robust photography programs that span shooting, teaching, and parent communication throughout the summer.
What does a photography staffer at summer camp do?
You’ll shoot daily activities, edit and upload images, and often teach a camper photography elective. Most sleepaway camps with photography programs include daily content production throughout the summer camp season.
What background works best for photography jobs at sleepaway camps?
Photography degrees, working pro experience, and strong portfolios with kids, sports, or events all stand out. Working photographers, MFA students, and college photography students are great fits at residential camps.
Do photography staff teach campers?
Often yes. Many co-ed residential camps offer photography as a camper elective alongside the parent-facing photo program, giving staff a chance to mentor young photographers throughout the summer at the sleepaway camp.
What does the pay look like for photography jobs at summer camps?
Pay is competitive and commensurate with experience and portfolio. Sleepaway camps include room, board, and laundry alongside salary, which adds meaningful value to the overall summer camp package beyond the base figure.
Do photographers bring their own gear?
It varies. Many overnight camps provide cameras and editing laptops; smaller residential camps may ask staff to bring personal kits. Always confirm gear expectations and insurance for personal equipment during your interview.
Are you looking for a once in a lifetime summer experience?
At Timber Lake, we take the job of coaching and caring for children seriously. We’re looking for top-quality summer camp counselors and specialty staff who will take this job as seriously as we do.
A Camp Videographer & Photographer is responsible for taking pictures & videos of our campers participating in fun and exciting camp activities and uploading the final edited images to our online portal and social media pages for parents to view. Final Images will be used for marketing and promotional purposes throughout the year. The Camp Photographer & Videographer is required to participate in a week of staff training and should be available to live on campgrounds from Monday, June 14 to Saturday, August 14 (free room & board).
Summer Season: Saturday, June 19th – Saturday, August 14th
All Media Staff are required to attend training from Monday, June 14th – Friday, June 18th.
One day & four evenings off a week
Primary Responsibilities:
Taking daily photos & videos of campers, activities, and programs at camp.
Uploading to Social Media platforms
Meeting daily deadlines for turning in edited photos
Editing photos & videos daily using Photoshop, Lightroom & Premier
Uploading and organizing photos
Free room & board – live onsite in a bunk with up to 13 campers and 3 staff.
Preferred Experience and Skills
Photography (not required to have a personal camera)
Videography
Knowledge of Adobe Lightroom & Photoshop
Proficient in either Adobe Premiere or Final Cut
YouTube & Social Media Experience
Enthusiastic and passionate about working with kids.
Available to work and live on our camp from June 14 to August 14.
Must be a high school graduate as of June 2021 or older.
Previous media & working with children experience a plus.
Ceramics, Photography, Painting and Drawing, Cartooning, Jewelry Making, and more!
Being a staff member at Laurel South is far more than a summer job… it’s an unforgettable experience in beautiful surroundings… and a rare opportunity to reach your full potential as you help others reach theirs. Laurel South is a down-to-earth place where you will meet and make friends of all ages – from all over the world – and form bonds that will last a lifetime. Most of all, it’s a place where a family feeling is encouraged and both campers and staff are urged to be themselves.
We are seeking college students and teachers to lead and instruct a wide variety of activities. Our staff are caring and fun individuals who have a desire to make a difference in a child’s life.
Laurel South is among the most well-respected camps in the country. We offer quality instruction designed to allow children to participate in activities they love, while also allowing them to explore new and exciting opportunities.
We are looking for a two-month commitment June 10th – August 11th. We offer room and board for the time you are working at camp. Interested applicants, please send a cover letter detailing your interest in working with children and resume. We look forward to hearing from you!
Camp Med-o-lark is seeking photographers, videographers, and drone operators to work at our one-of-a-kind arts camp for summer 2025.
We have roles to fill for (1) camp photographer and videographer to capture our summer for social media and families and/or (2) counselors teaching videography, digital photography, or black and white film photography to campers. Pay is negotiable based on role and experience.
Med-o-lark is a coed residential creative arts camp for ages 8-16 and specializes in visual and fine arts, performing arts, circus, music, culinary, digital media, waterfront, and more! Med-o-lark offers staff benefits including a competitive summer salary, clean, comfortable accommodations, free onsite meals, and ample time off. On your days off, the spectacular Maine coast beckons along with a host of other local cultural offerings. Med-o-lark also maintains a spacious dedicated staff cabin retreat to relax and recharge.
Med-o-lark is a place where staff develops invaluable life skills like leadership, patience, organization, teamwork, and group management. No matter what field you ultimately go into, a Med-o-lark summer will always be an asset on your resume. We’re always glad to provide letters of recommendation or reference describing the skills you’ve developed with us. As a Med-o-lark staff member, you will have a positive impact on campers’ summers. They look up to you, learn from your example, and leave camp at the end of summer with new skills and accomplishments because of your influence. It’s an enriching experience helping campers create, grow, achieve, and excel. Apply today!
Camp Med-o-lark is seeking Filmmakers to work at our one-of-a-kind arts camp for summer 2025.
Responsibilities include teaching up to 5 one-hour classes per day of approximately 5-10 campers. Our well-equipped Digital Arts studio provides campers unlimited creativity. Below is an outline of our Filmmaking program, but we encourage you to bring your own ideas!
• Objective: Combine the art of storytelling with practical filmmaking techniques to create engaging digital narratives. • Course Overview: Campers will explore how to craft compelling stories and bring them to life through film. The course covers storytelling fundamentals, scriptwriting, and narrative structure, while also delving into the technical aspects of filmmaking such as cinematography, directing, and editing. Campers will create interactive storytelling elements and produce short films that showcase their stories in a visual format. • Key Skills Developed: Storytelling, scriptwriting, filmmaking, cinematography, video editing • Tools and Software: Digital cameras, Adobe Premiere Pro, lighting and sound equipment, interactive storytelling platforms • Final Project/Outcome: Campers will develop and produce a short film that incorporates interactive storytelling elements, which will be showcased in a final presentation.
Med-o-lark is a coed residential creative arts camp for ages 8-16 and specializes in visual and fine arts, performing arts, circus, music, culinary, digital media, waterfront, and more! Med-o-lark offers staff benefits including a competitive summer salary, free room and board, laundry, and ample time off. Staff have some evening responsibilities and may live in a cabin with campers. This is a summer job that can be a ton of fun, gives you the opportunity to meet others from all over the world (both counselor and camper), and allows you to teach what you love to do!
No matter what field you ultimately go into, a Med-o-lark summer will always be an asset on your resume. We’re always glad to provide letters of recommendation or reference describing the skills you’ve developed with us. As a Med-o-lark staff member, you will have a positive impact on campers’ summers. They look up to you, learn from your example, and leave camp at the end of summer with new skills and accomplishments because of your influence. It’s an enriching experience helping campers create, grow, achieve, and excel. Apply today!
Camp Med-o-lark is seeking Digital Photographers and Editors to work at our one-of-a-kind arts camp for summer 2025.
Responsibilities include teaching up to 5 one-hour classes per day of approximately 5-10 campers. Our well-equipped Digital Arts studio provides campers unlimited creativity. Below is an outline of our Digital Photography, but we encourage you to bring your own ideas!
• Objective: Teach the art of digital photography and photo editing techniques. • Course Overview: Campers will learn about photography principles such as composition, lighting, and perspective, as well as digital editing usingprofessional software. They will explore different photography styles and apply editing techniques to enhance their images. • Key SkillsDeveloped: Photography skills, image editing, creativity, attention to detail • Tools and Software: Digital cameras, Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom • Final Project/Outcome: Campers will create a curated digital photo portfolio, showcasing their best shots and edits.
Med-o-lark is a coed residential creative arts camp for ages 8-16 and specializes in visual and fine arts, performing arts, circus, music, culinary, digital media, waterfront, and more! Med-o-lark offers staff benefits including a competitive summer salary, free room and board, laundry, and ample time off. Staff have some evening responsibilities and may live in a cabin with campers. This is a summer job that can be a ton of fun, gives you the opportunity to meet others from all over the world (both counselor and camper), and allows you to teach what you love to do!
No matter what field you ultimately go into, a Med-o-lark summer will always be an asset on your resume. We’re always glad to provide letters of recommendation or reference describing the skills you’ve developed with us. As a Med-o-lark staff member, you will have a positive impact on campers’ summers. They look up to you, learn from your example, and leave camp at the end of summer with new skills and accomplishments because of your influence. It’s an enriching experience helping campers create, grow, achieve, and excel. Apply today!
Camp Med-o-lark is seeking Film Photographers to work at our one-of-a-kind arts camp for summer 2025.
Featuring a darkroom complete with manual film cameras and six enlargers, Med-o-lark’s film photography program offers instruction in traditional black-and-white photography and film developing. In the dark room, campers are taught all aspects of film development, including composition, lighting, and processing. Responsibilities include teaching up to 5 one-hour classes per day of approximately 5-10 campers. Our well-equipped photo lab and darkroom provides campers unlimited creativity. Below is an outline of our Digital Photography, but we encourage you to bring your own ideas!
Med-o-lark is a coed residential creative arts camp for ages 8-16 and specializes in visual and fine arts, performing arts, circus, music, culinary, digital media, waterfront, and more! Med-o-lark offers staff benefits including a competitive summer salary, free room and board, laundry, and ample time off. Staff have some evening responsibilities and may live in a cabin with campers. This is a summer job that can be a ton of fun, gives you the opportunity to meet others from all over the world (both counselor and camper), and allows you to teach what you love to do!
No matter what field you ultimately go into, a Med-o-lark summer will always be an asset on your resume. We’re always glad to provide letters of recommendation or reference describing the skills you’ve developed with us. As a Med-o-lark staff member, you will have a positive impact on campers’ summers. They look up to you, learn from your example, and leave camp at the end of summer with new skills and accomplishments because of your influence. It’s an enriching experience helping campers create, grow, achieve, and excel. Apply today!
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