Gig: Creative Clubs – Youth Media Production & Video Editing Project
UNC Charlotte Gig Training Program
Campus Internship
Closes on Wednesday, November 18, 2026
Job Description
The Creative Cornerstone is a Charlotte-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering underserved youth ages 13–19 through hands-on media arts education, mentorship, and workforce development opportunities. Our programs introduce young people to filmmaking, photography, music production, and acting through interactive workshops, summer camps, school partnerships, and our Creative Clubs enrichment program. We connect students with working industry professionals, professional equipment, and real-world creative experiences that build technical skills, confidence, collaboration, and career awareness. Our creative programming is led by Co-Founder and Creative Director Alex “AJ” Williams, an experienced photographer and filmmaker with professional production credits. Under his leadership, students and interns gain exposure to industry-standard production practices, creative storytelling, and the business side of media production. As a growing grassroots organization, we are committed to developing the next generation of creative professionals while providing meaningful opportunities for college students to apply their knowledge, strengthen their portfolios, and gain practical experience in the creative industry.
The Project
The Creative Cornerstone is seeking a Videography and Video Editing Gig Intern to support our Creative Clubs Saturday enrichment program, where youth continue developing the filmmaking and media production skills introduced during our workshops.
Working directly with our Creative Director, Alex "AJ" Williams, the intern will assist with documenting student activities, capturing behind-the-scenes footage, and editing video content that highlights student creativity, skill development, and program experiences.
The project will include pre-production planning, camera operation, video and audio recording, footage organization, and post-production editing. The intern will collaborate with AJ to develop a professional workflow, receive creative feedback, and produce polished videos suitable for the organization's website, social media, and community engagement efforts.
This short-term project will provide up to 40 hours of hands-on experience, combining Saturday filming sessions with scheduled editing and mentorship time.
Learning Experience
This opportunity will give the UNC Charlotte student practical experience in professional videography, video editing, and creative storytelling while working alongside an experienced industry professional.
Under the mentorship of Creative Director AJ Williams, who brings more than 20 years of photography experience and extensive film production expertise, the intern will gain insight into both the creative and business sides of media production.
Beyond technical skills, the intern will learn how to manage production timelines, communicate with clients and team members, incorporate feedback, organize deliverables, and approach projects with a professional mindset.
The intern will also gain experience working in a community-based creative environment, strengthening their leadership, collaboration, problem-solving, and communication skills.
By the end of the project, the student will have completed professional-quality video content that can contribute to their portfolio, along with a stronger understanding of career pathways, industry expectations, and opportunities within the media production field.
Outcomes
By the completion of this project, we anticipate the following outcomes:
Completed Video Content: Produce one 2–3 minute Creative Clubs highlight video and two short-form videos showcasing student participation, creative projects, and program impact.
Professional Production Experience: Demonstrate improved proficiency in camera operation, framing, lighting, audio capture, footage management, and video editing.
Industry Mentorship: Gain firsthand experience working with a professional Creative Director, including project planning, production expectations, creative feedback, and final delivery.
Portfolio Development: Complete professional-quality video projects that demonstrate the intern's technical abilities, storytelling skills, and creative contributions.
Workforce Readiness: Strengthen time management, communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and project completion skills applicable to future employment or freelance opportunities.
Community Impact: Help document the growth and creativity of youth participating in Creative Clubs while producing valuable media assets that support the organization's outreach and storytelling efforts.
Success will be measured through completion of the agreed-upon video deliverables, demonstrated technical growth, and a final project review with the Creative Director.
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