Videography Internship in Central Asia
We believe that videography has an important part to play in ministry. This role will communicate visually what God is doing here in Central Asia, and whoever fills the role needs to see this as more than just shooting video. They will be given an opportunity to showcase the needs of the region, including capturing unreached people groups that are in the region. The videos that the videographer captures can inspire others to pray for what God is doing here, as well as inspire them to join the work that is being cultivated in this part of the world.
Location:
Experience the culture, people, and views of this Central Asian country - one of the most forgotten places on the map. Most people aren’t even able to locate it, yet with some of the most beautiful places in the world - mountains, lakes, horses, along with people groups that are predominately Muslim, historically nomadic, and hospitable. This country rests on a strategic path between China and the rest of the world – the Silk Road.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- When the videographer is approved, the local team will brief them with expectations for videos that they will produce in their time here
- You will work with the team when you arrive so that you can see the locations for specific video shoots
- We desire for you to grow as a videographer. Therefore we will assign you a videographer coach in your time
- It is the responsibility of the videographer to invite feedback into their creative process. The team desires that the process will be collaborative to ensure that the intern does not feel like they are creating in isolation
- It is preferred that video projects are finished by the time the intern leaves, as it can often be very difficult to finish a project once the person returns home. This is the goal we'll be shooting for, although exceptions can be made, if necessary
- Likely length of internship will be up to 2 months
Qualifications and Skills:
- Our team desires the candidate to be a self-starter - someone who desires to take initiative and does not have to be asked to step up and fill in gaps where it is needed
- Recommended that the intern has 3+ years of experience in shooting/editing videos
- Has at least some experience producing videos at a professional level
- Examples of your videos will be required before approval of the internship
- Must be in good enough health to do a lot of walking throughout mountainous areas
Additional Info:
- All interns must formally accept and abide by OM USA’s Statement of Faith for the duration of the internship
- International internships are not paid positions and all financial needs should be covered with personal support
- Pre-Field training happens through online materials and Zoom calls with coaches and other interns for a few weeks leading up to the departure date. Includes debriefing with coaches on return
- Interns will also participate in local church events
Qualifications of on-field supervisor:
- You will video chat and email with a videography coach that is a professional in the field with many years of experience
Accreditation:
- Degree Credit available upon the approval of your university/college supervisors.