Founded in 1901, Hillfield Strathallan College (HSC) offers a seamless academic journey from 18 months to 18 years. Located on a 50-acre campus on Hamilton's West Mountain, HSC provides a unique educational pathway for students through four school offerings: Junior, Montessori, Middle and Senior. HSC prepares students to live with purpose to understand their world, inspire, lead, act and make a difference in their own unique ways.Hillfield Strathallan College has an exciting opportunity for a Communications Student. We are offering a paid internship starting June 17, 2024 to August 23, 2024.Position Overview

Reporting to the Manager of Communications, the Communications Intern, Design & Digital Media portfolio is responsible for digital media including photography and videography, graphic design and the HSC website for various multimedia channels in support of the Colleges mission.

Responsibilities Videography & Photography: Filming and editing videos.

Capturing and editing photos.

Cutting and editing engaging micro-segments for social media platforms.

Ensuring all videos are AODA compliant and utilize closed-captioning software.

Website & Graphic Design: Works closely and collaboratively with Advancement & Communications, as well as the Admissions team, with asset support and website updates.

Maintains brand consistency and AODA compliance.

Develops digital adaptations of print publications for posting online.

Maintains resource boards and groups on the College intranet (myHSC)

Assists with the creation of forms, templates, logos, ads, business cards, brochures, displays, signage, and various other materials for web production.

Produces design for various printed/digital items: posters, banners, and any other materials to increase the Colleges profile and promote College activities.

Creates and designs invitations, media screens, signage etc.

Other: Scans archival materials, as needed, to convert to digital format

Assists Communications team with social media; capturing photos, creating content, scheduling and posting

Supports Advancement team at College events

Supports auxiliary services such as rentals and camps

Discretion in the use of information is required Qualifications: Currently enrolled in, or completion of, a three-year Diploma or Degree in Digital Media, Social Media, Digital Photography and Videography, Interactive Media, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Broadcasting or relevant field;

Evidence of prior experience in producing engaging digital content;

Highly creative with the ability to take current trends in digital marketing and apply them to the goal of student recruitment and brand awareness;

Experience with Adobe software (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, iMovie) or other industry-standard software to create compelling graphics, photos, videos (including animation) and other digital materials as assigned;

Prior experience working with Google Suite is considered an asset;

Strong knowledge of social media applications;

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written;

Strong organizational skills to help with digital asset management, including systematized tagging and ordering functionality;

Attention to detail;

Ability to manage multiple projects through all stages of production;

Ability to work within a team environment and manage multiple stakeholder groups;

Prior experience working within an educational (school) setting within the independent school market is considered an asset.

Hourly rate: $20.13/hour In return, Hillfield Strathallan College offers a positive working environment, competitive salaries, and many professional development opportunities, For more information, including application details, please visit our website at www.hsc.on.caPlease indicate your interest by submitting a resume and cover letter by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, May 3, 2024, to http://hsc.simplication.com/WLSBLogin.aspx

Our commitment to inclusion across gender, age, religion, identity and experience moves us forward and creates a sense of community at HSC that we are proud of, where everyone feels welcome and feels that they belong.

We encourage applicants who may contribute to the further diversification of this community. Pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act, if you require accommodations at any time throughout the application process, please contact Human Resources prior to the closing date so the appropriate arrangements can be made.While we thank all applicants in advance for their interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.