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Camp Counselor Photographer

Camp Granite Lake
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Dates: May 31st - August 8th, 2026 (You must be available for the entire duration of the summer!

Salary: $4,700 + $500 Completion Payment

Position Purpose & Camp Description: Counselors are the primary caregivers for campers and live in cabin with campers. The Counselor is responsible for planning, teaching, coordinating, and carrying out activities and guiding campers in their personal growth and daily living at camp.

They are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive and ‘un-plugged’ environment, where campers, directors, and staff live and work collaboratively. 

Essential Job Functions:

1. Assist in the direction, supervision, and organization of campers in their Cabin Group, within activities and throughout the camp in order to meet the intended camper outcomes.

2. Participate in the development and implementation of program activities for campers within CGL’s philosophy and outcomes.

  • Responsible for leading and assisting with the teaching of activities.
  • Actively participate in all program areas as assigned.
  • Provide for the progression of activities within the framework of individual and group interests and abilities.

3. Maintain high standards of health and safety for campers and staff.

4. Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior.

Photographer Specific Duties:

  • Take and sort photos of campers and staff throughout the day - during activities, free time, and evening programs  
  • Take at least one picture of each camper every day
  • Screen and upload camper photos to our host website daily
  • Be able to follow a shot-list, if needed
  • Organize photos for summer and future marketing use
  • Provide content for social media platforms
  • Upkeep photography equipment by clearing memory cards, charging camera batteries, etc
  • Build a session video for each camp session
  • Take cabin photos at the end of each session

Photographer Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of photography and documented experience in photographic arts.
  • Experience photographing people.
  • The ability to use a variety of cameras.
  • Is able to use basic computer software for the organization and uploading of photos and videos.
  • Must submit a portfolio in the application process.


Here are qualities that we look for in potential candidates:

  • good at building one on one relationships
  • able to manage stress and conflict
  • willing to work hard
  • problem solving
  • caring and empathetic
  • flexible and able to adapt to different environments