SOCIAL MEDIA TEAM

Photographer/Videographer/Social Media Assistant

Company Overview:

Wet N’ Wild Waterworld is El Paso’s first and largest water park. Family owned and operated since 1979, Wet N’ Wild is the one of the oldest waterparks in the U.S. and proudly boasts about our beautiful, shaded trees and picnic style atmosphere. Wet N’ Wild offers over 20 fun-in-the-sun attractions, including our newest ride, the Tarantula Tailspin! 

Position Overview:

This position will assist in capturing high quality photos and video content to promote Wet N’ Wild on our social media channels. The ideal candidates should be self-starters who can easily work alone and with team members to accomplish tasks. Strong organizational and communications skills are required, as team members will interact with guests and other staff members on an everyday basis. This position requires the ability to prioritize tasks and work on multiple projects at once. Marketing experience is a plus!

Most of all, this position is all about showing off our fun summer atmosphere! If you’re looking for a fun and rewarding summer job, look no further!

Please submit a Resume (required) and Portfolio (optional but encouraged).

Seasonal Position Duration:

May – September

Compensation:

Paid – Starting at $13/hr (based on experience)

Approx. 30-40 hr/wk*

*Subject to change

Benefits:

• FREE admission to park (including events such as Neon Paint Party)
• 50% OFF Family General Day Admission & Season Passes
• Employee Parties, Scholarships, and Bonuses
• Fun & upbeat working environment

Job Description:

Including, but not limited to - 

• Must be familiar with creating content for social media platforms including but not limited to: Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, and LinkedIn.
• Capture dynamic and engaging photos and videos of guests enjoying attractions, rides and experiences at the park including posting stories, reels, posts, cover photos, and other promotional material.
• Regularly update our content using social media scheduling apps.
• Confer with Media Manager to determine requirements for making content.
• Monitor social media trends and provide ideas and editing in accordance with concepts.
• Actively seek out opportunities to showcase user-generated content and testimonials.
• Operate cameras and other equipment to capture running moments on tape, troubleshooting when necessary.
• Check taped material to ensure that it has been captured properly.
• Reshoot scenes or parts that may not conform to quality coverage standards.
• Edit photos and videos by using a variety of Adobe licensed software.
• Generate and insert screen text and graphics according to the content theme.
• Maintain camera equipment and perform regular and preventative maintenance.
• Support Media Manager throughout the production process by providing input and making necessary changes to the original footage.
• Brainstorm and present creative ideas for photos and videos that will help elevate the brand and its message.
• Render photos and videos for social media platforms sites such as TikTok, Instagram Stories/Reels, YouTube and Facebook.
• Must participate in the filming of commercials and other promotional videos utilizing brand mascot, Freddy the Frog; including acting as the mascot when needed.
• Help to sustain and guide the creative process.
• Capture behind-the-scenes moments and interviews with staff and guests to foster a sense of community with our audience.
• Assist in maintaining a blog to document the team's progression and maintain an organized media library.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in photography and videography with high quality visual content.
• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Premiere Pro, After Effects, etc).
• Proficiency in DSLR cameras, GoPro, and 360 cameras.
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Office and Google Suite Applications (Sheets, Docs, Drive, etc.).
• Creativity and a passion for storytelling through visual media.
• Flexible working hours including events, weekends, and holidays to accommodate the waterpark’s operating hours and special events.

Physical Requirements:

• Moderate physical activity. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
• Must be in a good physical condition and able to lift and wear the mascot costume (approximately 10-20 pounds).
• Work environment involves minimal exposure to physical risks, such as operating dangerous equipment or working with chemicals.
• Work may involve moderate exposure to outdoor elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, water, and/or loud noises.