What are the responsibilities and job description for the Camp Counselor - Newspaper position at Camp Taconic?
Camp Taconic, a 7-week overnight camp in Western Massachusetts is looking for Counselors to run our weekly camp Newspaper for Summer 2026. Taconic is a traditional, coed camp with over 500 campers and 300 staff members.
This is a great opportunity for journalism majors or college students looking to gain experience and make an impact on the development of young people. At Taconic, our program is dedicated to providing a safe and fun experience for campers age 7-16.
Responsibilities:
- Help campers produce a weekly newspaper to print and distribute around camp
- Teach campers how to interview, brainstorm articles, format the newspaper and embrace their creativity
- Edit the paper for grammatical errors
- Live with a group of campers and co-counselors and help to tend to their day-to-day needs
We provide room and board, a competitive salary, travel reimbursement, and opportunities for career development. This position can also be offered as an internship for current college students.