Commercial Videographer / Photography Intern - Fall Semester 2024

We are seeking a Commercial Videography/Photography Intern with demonstrable experience in photography, videography, shot selection, visual storytelling, and image editing. This individual will be a self-starter who works both independently and with a small team to present our people and products in visually compelling, understandable, and informative ways.

Candidates selected for an interview will be expected to present a portfolio of relevant work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Proactively identify and capture effective, compelling photos and videos suitable for both corporate and research & development contexts.
• Work across our entire network of companies, including Rushlight Ventures, Rushlight Assets, Cornerstone Research Group (CRG), Lectratek, and others.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Provide photo and video project coordination.
• Create compelling photos and videos.
• Communicate tactfully, clearly, and concisely.
• Ensure alignment of messaging and visuals with the brand.
• Adhere to the external release process.
• Generate content to promote employee engagement, events, business achievements, individual products, and research programs.
• Engage engineers, researchers, innovators, and entrepreneurs within our network to identify interesting stories.
• Assist with maintaining a file structure of public-released images and B-roll video.
• Curate social media content for events, stand-alone campaigns, and other projects.

Who is Rushlight Ventures?

Rushlight Ventures is a young and rapidly growing venture studio. We are not an investment fund – we work with small businesses to commercialize the intellectual property they have developed while conducting research for the federal government. Our focus is to find commercial opportunities for their technology via creating startups or facilitating license deals or M&A transactions. Headquartered in the Miami Valley region, Rushlight Ventures is a sister company to CRG (www.CRGrp.com). Main offices are in Miamisburg, with a new branch office at The Hub in downtown Dayton overlooking the Dayton Arcade's famous rotunda. We are a small team doing big things and blazing new trails. Join us!

Requirements

• Exclusive U.S. citizenship (cannot hold dual or foreign citizenship).
• Current enrollment in or recent graduation from an accredited two- or four-year college degree program focused on photography, videography, commercial art, marketing communications, or a related field.
• Availability to work 15–30 hours per week in person during standard business hours.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to confidently interact with individuals at all career levels.
• Proficiency in photography and videography, including lighting, audio/video editing, and graphic design.
• Proficiency with interchangeable-lens cameras, such as DSLRs and/or mirrorless system cameras.
• Ability to operate and transport/carry all necessary equipment, including a laptop, camera, lighting, screens, microphones, etc.
• Competency using related software, such as Mac OS, Adobe products, Canva Pro, and Microsoft Office.
• Optional evening availability to attend, cover, and promote networking events, interfacing with entrepreneur ecosystem leadership.

RLV is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Experience a Rushlight Ventures internship:

• Innovative, entrepreneurial corporate culture
• Hands-on experience
• Team-oriented atmosphere
• Experience real-world commercial creativity
• Competitive pay ($20/hr)

What to expect as a Rushlight Ventures intern:

• Fast-paced work environment
• Responsibilities normally assigned to college graduates
• Mentoring from professional staff
• Essential career skills development

Successful Rushlight Ventures interns exhibit:

• Self-motivation with a team-oriented mentality
• Creativity and enthusiasm
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• A firm grasp of narrative storytelling
• Ability to develop original concepts
• Superior time management

Salary: $20 per hour, depending on experience

Benefits

• Family-friendly schedule flexibility
• Free coffee in the office
• Social events
• Free parking
• Off for all Federal Holidays