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Conservation Camera Operator- Photographer Internship

Position
Conservation Camera Operator- Photographer Internship

Availability
Now

Description
NZERN has an unpaid internship always available for a student filmmaker. Would suit a keen person who wants to make magazine style documentaries about conservation. First come - first served. Work involves telling stories about biodiversity conservation to support community lead ecological restoration projects. This involves patient natural history filming in rugged conditions, recording interviews with dedicated men and women, time lapse photography and office based logging of shots.

Resources
Software available includes:

  • Photoshop

Field equipment includes

  • shotgun mic
  • vinten professonal tripod
  • dolly
  • solid state digital audio recorder
  • lighting

Will need to have own digital video camera OR professional digital stills camera. Tapes and batteries will be supplied.

There is an extensive biodiversity library to find answers to those problems you will encounter.

Skills
A good natural history education or interest would be an advantage as well as a passion for the art of filmmaking. You need to be keen to learn new skills, be a good worker and like working as part of a happy team of very experienced volunteers. This team includes 2 existing volunteer film makers who also have their own cameras. There will be opportunities to give presentations at the occasional seminar.

Conditions
The internship is unpaid

You need to bring your own camera. Tapes and batteries will be supplied.

We can provide a signed confirmation letter or internship contract for your professor.

NZERN is unable to assist with visa applications or work permits.

NZERN is unable to provide accommodation or food.

The office is fully equipped, tea and coffee is supplied

Duration
Typically interns come for several months full time.

The position is open until filled.

Location
Christchurch, New Zealand

How to Apply
Applications are made on-line > find out more