Multimedia and Communications Intern

ARES is seeking a summer intern working as a photographer and photographer assistant to support duties that include, but are not limited to: photographing and videotaping a variety of flight hardware, engineering tests, personnel, education programs and other subjects and events of importance to NASA's human spaceflight effort. This work is for the Imagery Acquisition Group in support of the NASA Enterprise Multimedia and Integrated Technical Services (eMITS) contract at the Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. eMITS is the Agency's enterprise-level contract creating and delivering multimedia and technical communications through the use of the internet, digital platforms, and IT management for NASA's Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) and Office of Communications (OCOMM). From photographing rocket launches and recoveries, to producing engaging videos, to information technology management, to using social media to share NASA's message, eMITS integrates services for NASA IT and provides NASA's communication to the outside world. Come join us in support of NASA's mission to inspire the world through information and discovery.

Responsibilities include:

* Provide professional photographic acquisition through the utilization of Nikon D6 and Z9 digital cameras, Nikon camera systems, Hasselblad H2D digital cameras, and video acquisition using Nikon Z9, Canon XF705 and GoPro Hero cameras.

* Provide capture of 360-degree panoramic, spherical, virtual reality imagery and object rotary capture.

* Provide photo instrumentation through the use of various high speed/time-lapse camera systems including Vision Research Phantom and Miro series high-speed digital motion picture cameras and timing systems.

* Additional duties include working with Speedotron Black Line lighting systems, Nikon Speedlights, Arri Lights, Nila LED lights, Lite Panel LED lights and various continuous source lights and lighting accessories.

* Responsibilities include providing photography and lighting for education events, engineering documentation, hardware documentation and individual portraits and assisting astronaut crew portraits.

* This includes providing coverage of award ceremonies and NASA special events. Responsibilities include working with video cameras and providing video shoots of meetings and engineering activities.

* Additional responsibilities include working with imaging workstation computers, laptops, Windows 10 Enterprise, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Bridge, Adobe Lightroom, Hasselblad Phocus, Photo Mechanic and other image related software.

* Photographer will work under various conditions, including in the studio, in engineering labs, outdoors on remote field locations, in other NASA vehicles and locations.

* Photographer will work in a team environment with NASA photographers, engineers, researchers, astronauts, video & photo lab personnel and video editors. Responsibilities include assisting other photographers, contributing to team projects, assisting with office duties including project planning, scheduling, equipment maintenance and inventory.

* Onsite positions the intern bears travel costs to nearest NASA Center for badging and issue of NASA IT equipment.

Education and Relevant Work Experience:

* Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in photography/video or elated imaging field from an accredited University or Technical Institute.

* Education should include photography, use of computers for photographic applications, portraiture, creative photography. Knowledge of mirrorless and medium format digital cameras, high-definition video cameras, digital video recorders, audio, 360VR, high-speed cameras, light meters, color temperature meters, motion control systems, remote control systems, video encoders, flash lighting systems and continuous source lights is desired.

Experience:

* Must be a U.S. citizen. Must be able to pass a National Agency Check (NAC) security clearance.

* Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in photography/video or related imaging field from an accredited University or Technical Institute.

* Must be able to physically lift and/or carry 30lbs. of equipment on a regular basis and work in extreme environments.

* Basic experience and understanding of multimedia and communications technologies such as graphic design and illustration tools, photo/video systems, audiovisual tools, or social media platforms.

* Strong verbal and written communication skills

Minimum Requirements:

* Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, OneNote, One Drive), SharePoint, and Box

Company Benefits:

ARES offers a competitive compensation and benefit package. Full time employees may participate in:

* Medical Insurance

* Dental Insurance

* Vision Insurance

* HSA/FSA Accounts

* Life & Disability Insurance

* Critical Illness & Accident Insurance

* ESOP

* 401(k) Plan

* Paid Time Off & Holidays

ARES is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets Employer and complies with E-Verify.

ARES shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.