As part of your Photo 2/Multimedia class, you’ll be using your creative skills and technical talent to give back to the community. This semester-long project is designed to help you build your portfolio, gain real-world experience, and make a meaningful contribution to M-A or your local area. 

*Given how much time you have for this assignment, no late work will be accepted. 

What Does This Involve?

You will complete at least one service-based photography or multimedia project this semester. Your project should support an M-A or community need, such as creating visuals, capturing events, or producing promotional materials.

Here are some examples of what your project might look like:

• Taking headshots for the drama department’s cast and crew.

• Designing posters or flyers for a school club, team, or event.

• Photographing families at Open House or other school gatherings.

• Supporting the Fashion Show (if scheduled), either with photos or promotional material.

• Helping the Yearbook team by attending and photographing a school event.

• Volunteering your skills in your local community, such as creating a brochure or flyer for a nonprofit, local event, or neighborhood project.

• HERE is a running list (updated weekly) of opportunities at M-A, but don't think this is everything! Have an original idea? Make it happen! Ask your favorite staff member if they need any promotional materials!

If you’re unsure whether your idea fits, just ask!

Requirements

• You must complete at least one event/project per semester.

• Get teacher permission BEFORE you start planning:

  1. Ms. Kelly AND the client

• You need to log your hours, the event name, dates, a brief description of your contribution, and obtain confirmation from an adult supervisor/have a supervising adult verify your participation.

• This project is a MAJOR part of your grade, so take it seriously and plan ahead.

• You’ll be asked to submit your final work and reflection at the end of the semester.
  
  

How to Get Started

1. Find a Need: Talk to teachers, coaches, club leaders, or community organizers.

2. Pitch Your Idea: Tell me what you plan to do before you start, including your timeline and goals.

3. Do the Work: Be professional, reliable, and creative in delivering your final product.

4. Document Everything: Keep track of your hours and take behind-the-scenes photos if possible.

5. Turn It In: At the end of the semester, submit your project files and a short reflection (what you learned, what went well, what you’d do differently next time).
   
   

Use this opportunity to grow your skills, build relationships, and do something meaningful with your photography or multimedia talent!

If you have any questions or need help getting started, feel free to reach out!

Planning

• Choose a project that supports the school or local community

• Get approval from the teacher (before starting!)

• Schedule the event or project dates

• Make a list of needed equipment/supplies
  
  

Project Ideas (Suggest Your Own)

• _______________________________
  
  

During the Project

• Arrive on time and be professional

• Take high-quality photos or create polished media

• Get permission from people you photograph (if needed)

• Take a few behind-the-scenes shots (optional, but fun for reflection!)
  
  

After the Project

• Track the date(s) and number of hours worked

• Ask the adult supervisor to verify your participation (get their signature or email confirmation)

• Write a short reflection (1–2 paragraphs)

  • What did you do?

  • What did you learn?

  • What went well?

  • What would you improve next time?

  • Submit your final product(s)

    1. Edited photos, poster, brochure, etc.

• Turn in your reflection, hours log, and supervisor sign-off

Project Completion (___/3)

• Project is fully completed and exceeds expectations

• Project is mostly complete

• Project is incomplete or missing

Effort & Professionalism (___/3)

• Clear effort, preparation, and professionalism

• Some effort shown

• Lack of effort or professionalism

Final Product Quality (___/3)

• Work is polished and high quality

• Work is usable, but could be improved

• Work is rushed, poor quality, or unfinished

Documentation (___/3)

• Hours logged and clear reflection submitted

• Partial documentation submitted

• Missing hours log or reflection

Creativity & Initiative (___/3)

• Creative solution; took initiative in planning and executing

• Project followed instructions but with little creativity

• Minimal initiative or creativity shown

Client Satisfaction (___/1)

• Client is satisfied with the work and final outcome of your provided service (photos or multimedia project)

Total: ___ / 16

Thank you for working with one of our Photo 2/Multimedia students! Please take a moment to give us feedback on the project. Your input helps students grow as creators and professionals.

Student’s Name: ___________________________________

Project/Service Provided: ___________________________

Date(s) of Project: _________________________________

Your Name & Role (teacher, coach, organizer, etc.): _________________________________

Please rate the following:

Communication & professionalism

☐ Excellent 

☐ Good 

☐ Needs Work 

Quality of the final product

☐ Excellent 

☐ Good 

☐ Needs Work 

Timeliness & meeting deadlines

☐ Excellent 

☐ Good 

☐ Needs Work 

Overall satisfaction with the student’s work

☐ Excellent 

☐ Good 

☐ Needs Work 

Optional Comments:

• What went well?

• Any suggestions for improvement?

• Would you be open to working with students again in the future?
  ☐ Yes  ☐ No  ☐ Maybe

Signature: _________________________  Date: ___________

Thank you for supporting student learning and creativity!