Content Capture Intern
About RISE
The RISE Center for Liberation in Early Childhood Education is an anti-racist organization working to dismantle inequity in early childhood education. We partner with preschools and childcare providers to build their capacity to create anti-racist, liberated learning environments through coaching, professional development, and curriculum.
Our mission is to make it possible for all children to have access to a transformative early childhood education. Through this role, you will help share the stories, experiences, and impact of our work with a broader audience.
We are seeking a creative and motivated Content Capture Intern to join The RISE Center for Liberation in Early Childhood Education for the Spring 2027 semester, with the potential to extend through summer. Working alongside our Creative Team, you will capture engaging photo and video content that tells the story of our organization, programs, and community.
About the position:
This is a paid, part-time internship for the Spring 2027 semester, with the potential to extend through summer based on organizational needs and mutual interest. Compensation is $16 per hour, with an expected commitment of 5–10 hours per week.
The schedule is flexible and coordinated around events, program activities, and content needs, with occasional availability outside of typical work hours. Approximately 50% of the role may involve travel to Austin-area RootED pop-up care sites, conferences, speaking engagements, and other RISE activities.
Applicants must be available March 13–16, 2027, to support RISE’s participation in SXSW EDU. The exact date and schedule of RISE’s presentation are still being confirmed.
Responsibilities:
- Capture high-quality photo and video content at RootED pop-up care sites, conferences, speaking engagements, team activities, and other organizational events.
- Accompany the CEO and team to select events and engagements to document behind-the-scenes moments, interactions, and highlights of RISE’s work.
- Identify meaningful moments and opportunities for authentic visual storytelling that
- Collaborate with the Creative Team to brainstorm ideas and plan content capture around events, campaigns, and organizational priorities.
- Upload, label, and organize photo and video assets so they are accessible and ready for the team to use.
- Help identify opportunities to adapt social media trends to RISE’s brand, voice, and mission.
- Maintain consistency with RISE’s visual identity and values when capturing content.
- Follow organizational privacy, consent, and media-release guidelines when photographing or recording children, families, staff, and community members.
Qualifications / Skills:
- A commitment to anti-racism, equity, and liberation.
- An interest in early childhood education and RISE’s mission.
- Previous experience capturing photo and/or video content through coursework, personal projects, student organizations, internships, or professional work.
- A portfolio or work samples demonstrating content you have personally captured.
- Familiarity with Instagram, TikTok, and social media trends.
- Creativity, attention to detail, and an interest in visual storytelling.
- Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills.
- Dependability, initiative, and the ability to work independently.
- Access to a smartphone capable of capturing quality photo and video content.
- Reliable transportation and the ability to travel to Austin-area events and program sites.
A formal professional portfolio is not required. We welcome applicants who can demonstrate their creative abilities through academic, personal, or extracurricular projects.
Application Process:
To apply for the Content Capture Intern position, please submit the following materials to brianna@risecdc.org
- Resume: A current resume outlining your relevant experience, education, and skills.
- Portfolio or work samples: Examples of photo and/or video content you have personally captured. These may include class projects, personal projects, event photography, student organization content, social media posts, or short-form videos.
- Brief statement of interest: A short explanation of your interest in the position and why you would like to create content for RISE. Please include the word “avocado” in your response.
Applicants should be prepared to discuss their previous work, creative interests, and ideas for capturing and sharing RISE’s story during the interview process.
Join us in making a difference in early childhood education and help us share the stories, people, and experiences that bring our mission to life. Help us RISE together!
Learn more about The RISE Center for Liberation in Early Childhood Education