This internship is ideal for those interested in pursuing careers such as:

• Freelance Video Editor
• Multimedia Artist
• Motion Graphics Artist
• Video Technician
• Production Assistant
• Cinematographer

Skills or character traits we want to see in you

Photo/ Video Experience 📸🎥
A minimum of 2+ years of study in photography or a videography-related field is strongly preferred.

Problem-solving and critical thinking skills 🕵️💡
You must be able to resolve issues quickly and effectively – especially when feedback is coming from multiple sources.

Entrepreneurial / go-getter attitude 🤜 🤛
Our team is a growth-minded group of hustlers with ambition. If you also like being around people like this, join us!

Ability to work alone and in group settings 👤👥
Although editing may require periods of deep concentration, much of the work you’ll be doing relies on coaching and collaboration.

Time management & organizational skills 🕑🗄
Although we do have a stellar project management team to back you up, your organization skills need to be on point in order to keep your clients (and team) on track.

And most importantly…

• I get it: I understand the inner workings, systems, and responsibilities of my position 👍
• I want it: I love to do my job 🙌
• I have the capacity for it: I have the mental, physical, and emotional ability to do my job 💪

Skills / experience that gets us excited

Do you have experience with any of the following? If so, let us know! 🤩

• Experience at a marketing agency
• Brand concepts and strategies
• Adobe Suite experience (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, and/or XD)
• Experience using Teamwork, Asana, Monday, Trello, or another project management software
• Familiarity with the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS)

What can I expect to learn?

You’ll beef up your resume with these in-demand skills. 💪

• Gain real-life photo & video experience – both technical and creative!
• Perfect your record-keeping skills.
• Take part in our weekly internal news program.
• Learn how to produce media that delivers on projects’ quality and messaging goals.

Hear it from Jake, one of our past interns! 🥊

Culture check - How does Deksia measure success?

Every 30 days you’ll speak to your manager to discuss the following:

Core Values. Are you living up to our Core Values?

• I support my community internally and externally 🤗
• I strive to be and do my best 😤
• I make it fun 🥳

Department Roles. When in doubt, everything the Photo + Video team does revolves around these 4 things:

• Expand department capabilities
• Department efficiency
• Collaboration
• Educate to sell

Weekly Performance. Are you getting your work done?

• I maintain up-to-date records as it pertains to my department 📝
• I carry out daily and weekly tasks as assigned to me 📋
• I complete end-of-week surveys and log my time ⌛

Additional details

• 3-month internship – With potential to grow into a full-time position!
• Flexible work environment – Deksia proudly functions on an office/ work-from-home hybrid
• Part-time (15-20 hours per week) – Set a schedule that works best for you
• Unpaid internship – available for college credit

Where is Deksia located?

Our photo + video team is based out of our Grand Rapids, MI office.
We also have offices located near Des Moines, IA and Indianapolis, IN.

How do I apply?

Complete the assessment found here.