Miami Waterkeeper
VIDEOGRAPHY INTERN
Coral Gables, FL
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Intern
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Miami Waterkeeper is seeking a motivated Videography Intern to support our marketing and communications team in creating video content that brings our work to life. This is a hands-on opportunity for a student or emerging filmmaker interested in gaining real-world experience in video production, visual storytelling, and digital media. The intern will work alongside the Marketing Manager to support video projects from concept and planning through filming, editing, and final production. The ideal candidate has a basic understanding of filmmaking, camera operation, and video editing, but does not need extensive professional experience. This role is designed to provide practical experience and mentorship while giving the intern the opportunity to contribute to publicly shared work for a growing environmental organization.
About Miami Waterkeeper
Miami Waterkeeper (MWK) is an award-winning non-profit organization dedicated to protecting Biscayne Bay and the surrounding watershed. Launched in 2010, MWK has become a leading advocate for clean water, inspiring a movement of empowered citizens dedicated to protecting South Florida’s waterways by advocating for resilient solutions grounded in science, rooted in nature, and driven by community. Addressing issues on multiple fronts, we use community outreach, scientific research, and civic and legal action to advance our mission. Miami Waterkeeper is a fast-paced and dynamic work environment. We are a small and hard-working team that is mission-driven and passionate about our environment and our community.
Description
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist with planning and producing video content for Miami Waterkeeper’s social media, website, campaigns, events, and other communications.
- Participate in video shoots, including camera operation, framing, lighting, and capturing b-roll.
- Assist with organizing and managing video footage and digital files.
- Edit short-form and longer-form video content for digital platforms.
- Assist with basic motion graphics, animations, captions, transitions, and other post-production elements as needed.
- Support video production in the field, including documenting Miami Waterkeeper programs, events, advocacy efforts, scientific work, and South Florida’s natural environment.
- Collaborate with the Marketing Manager and other team members to develop creative concepts and tell compelling stories through video.
- Help adapt video content for different digital platforms and audiences.
- Contribute creative ideas and stay informed about current video and social media trends.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- Basic understanding of video production, filmmaking, or visual storytelling.
- Interest in environmental storytelling, digital media, filmmaking, or a related creative field.
- Ability to work independently, stay organized, and meet deadlines.
- Willingness to learn and take direction.
- Ability to provide your own computer for editing and other production work.
- Availability for approximately 10 hours per week through December 2026.
Desired skills and experience:
- Experience using Adobe Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve.
- Basic camera operation experience.
- Photography experience.
- Video editing experience.
- Familiarity with short-form video and social media content.
- Experience with animation, motion graphics, or Adobe After Effects is a plus, but not required.
WHAT YOU’LL GAIN
Through hands-on mentorship and real-world production experience, the Videography Intern will gain experience in:
- Video production from concept through final edit.
- Camera operation and field production.
- Visual storytelling and creative development.
- Video editing and post-production.
- Producing content for social media and other digital platforms.
- Working within a professional creative and marketing team.
- Building a portfolio of publicly shared work for a nonprofit organization.
- Using video to communicate science, environmental issues, advocacy, and community stories to broad audiences.
Miami Waterkeeper will provide camera and video production equipment for the role. Interns may include completed Miami Waterkeeper projects in their personal portfolios.
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit a resume and a cover letter describing your interest in videography, filmmaking, digital media, or environmental storytelling. A portfolio, reel, or examples of previous work are encouraged to be submitted with your cover letter but not required.
Location: Miami, Florida
Schedule: 10 hours per week
Term: Through December 2026, with the possibility of extension
Compensation: Unpaid internship
Miami Waterkeeper is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds. We encourage candidates who are passionate about environmental conservation and share our commitment to sustainability to apply.
Miami Waterkeeper is committed to the principles of sustainability and environmental stewardship. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.