About the role#
Mission Control is looking for a Content Creation & Video Intern to help tell our story. You will work with our communications lead and technical teams to plan, shoot, and edit content that brings our missions, technology, and people to life for the public, industry partners, and the next generation of space explorers. This is a full-time position for the Winter 2027 term.
What you'll do#
- Plan, script, and storyboard videos about our missions, technology, and team.
- Film on site, at field trials, and at conferences, including interviews with engineers and scientists.
- Edit footage into finished pieces, including mission explainers, behind-the-scenes features, and event recaps.
- Produce vertical short-form video for YouTube and social media.
- Capture photography to support social media, press, and website needs.
- Create and publish posts for YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (X).
- Manage a monthly content calendar and write captions, titles, and descriptions.
- Post live content from launches and events while responding to comments and messages.
- Track reach, views, and engagement to help improve future content.
- Organize and maintain our library of footage and finished videos.
- Coordinate with third-party video contractors when needed.
- Ensure all content follows brand guidelines and export-control requirements.
- Participate in regular communications meetings to share progress.
What you'll need#
- A portfolio or reel showing video you have shot and edited.
- Hands-on experience with video editing software like Adobe Premiere Pro.
- Comfort operating cameras, audio equipment, lighting, and smartphones.
- A strong sense of storytelling and pacing.
- Experience creating content for YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (X) with an understanding of platform formats.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- Organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Must be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident.
- Must be eligible to obtain a security clearance at the reliability status level and pass the Controlled Goods Program (CGP) security assessment.
Location & details#
- This role is based in Ottawa, Ontario.
- Work modality is on-site and hybrid, with flexibility on which days you work from the office.
- Some travel to remote field locations may be required.
About Mission Control
Mission Control develops software for space research and technology. The company focuses on simplifying mission development and operations for scientists and developers. Founded in 2015, it operates from its headquarters in Ottawa, Ontario. The organization employs approximately 51 people.
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