Alliance College-Ready Public Schools

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About Alliance College-ready Public Schools Alliance College-Ready Public Schools is one of the largest and most successful nonprofit public charter school networks in the nation, operating 26 high-performing, middle and high schools that educate nearly 13,000 scholars who make up the heart of Los Angeles’ Latinx, Black, and recent immigrant communities. Alliance schools have been recognized as among the best in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, Newsweek, the U.S. Department of Education, and the California Department of Education. Since opening our first school in 2004, 95% of Alliance scholars have graduated from high school. We strive to uplift our scholars and their communities by fostering unparalleled educational opportunities that encourage scholarly thought, resilient learning, powerful communication, mind-body wellness, and community advocacy. To learn more, visit www.LAalliance.org. Role Summary The Creative Intern, Video (Unpaid) is responsible for producing high-quality video content that supports the organization’s communication, marketing, and branding objectives. At a competent level, this role requires the ability to independently plan, shoot, and edit video projects while applying cinematic photography techniques and post-production workflows. The Creative Intern, Design (Unpaid) is responsible for creating visually compelling graphics and design assets that strengthen the organization’s brand across digital, social, and print platforms. At a competent level, this role independently develops layouts and designs while maintaining brand consistency and quality. The Creative Intern will be managed by the Director of Marketing and Creative. Essential Responsibilities • Independently film and produce professional-grade video content for digital, social, and internal communications. • Independently design graphics, layouts, and visual assets for digital and print campaigns. • Capture cinematic still photography and video, applying principles of composition, lighting, depth of field, and visual storytelling. • Shoot in log formats and perform color grading and post-production workflows. • Collaborate with internal teams to translate strategic goals into compelling visual narratives. • Ensure consistency with brand standards across all video content. • Develop visual systems, typography, and imagery that adhere to brand standards. • Collaborate with marketing, communications, and video teams to translate strategic goals into compelling visual narratives that create cohesive multi-platform campaigns. • Apply user-centered design principles to ensure visuals communicate messages effectively. • Manage multiple design projects from concept to final production. • Perform additional related duties as assigned. Preferred Qualifications • Pursuing a degree from an accredited college or university in related fields • Competent proficiency in: Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Lightroom, and Multimedia Dreyfus Level 3 • Strong understanding of visual design principles, typography, and layout. • Ability to translate strategic goals into creative visual solutions independently, with guidance on complex projects. • Strong project management skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset. • Solid understanding of cinematic photography techniques and lighting setups. • Able to manage projects independently from concept to final delivery, with guidance for complex or high-stakes productions. WORK LOCATION This position is an unpaid internship; however, students will receive course credit. In this hybrid role, students can work remotely; however, some travel may be required to our network office in DTLA and to school sites across LA County. APPLICATION PROCESS Interested candidates should submit an application. Please note that only candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted. Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor or support applicants on visas at this time or in the foreseeable future. DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION Alliance College-Ready Public Schools is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, anti-racist, pro-Black community that celebrates diversity, equity, and the unique identities of all scholars and staff. Nearly two-thirds of our teachers and administrators identify as people of color, reinforcing our commitment to representation and the power of diverse role models. We recognize the richness of the cultures and communities we serve, and we believe that embracing and empowering these identities is essential to the success and pride of our scholars. Working at Alliance means joining a movement to drive transformative change, nurture resilience, and build lifelong, meaningful connections with scholars and their communities. Champion Alliance’s Anti-Racist, Pro-Black Mission: The strongest candidates will bring a commitment to Alliance’s mission of building an anti-racist, pro-Black community that prioritizes the success and well-being of Black and Brown scholars. Candidates should have a passion for promoting equity through anti-racist, student-centered teaching practices that celebrate racial and cultural identities. This role is rooted in service to systemically underserved communities in Los Angeles, helping scholars graduate “college-ready” with pride in who they are. This job description is subject to change at any time based on the evolving needs of the organization. • Alliance College-Ready Public Schools are tuition-free public charter schools that do not discriminate against any scholar, parent, community member, or staff member based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. • Alliance College-Ready Public Schools requires that all team members be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for the safety of our students, family, and staff. Team members may apply to seek a medical exemption. Regardless of your current vaccination status, our team can advise you on how to fulfill this important requirement so that you can start the position in a timely way. • Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the requirements, women and other underrepresented people tend to only apply when they match every criterion. If you think you meet some of the qualifications, but don't necessarily check every box in the job description, we encourage you to still apply. If you have questions contact the Staffing Team at JoinUs@laalliance.org.