This is so helpful I'm applying for 2023 and I wish I'd watched this before my interview as I was super nervous however I'll definitely be adding a video to my application now and going to the recruitment fair!!
Aw I’m so glad you found it useful Kira! Thanks for watching & I have other videos about packing etc you may find useful too once you’re placed! Good luck 🤞😊
Thanks for a great video! I’m a bit torn about applying for 2023 - I’ve wanted to do Camp America or something similar to it for ages, as I would LOVE to visit the USA and fully immerse myself in an experience like this, plus I have a background of working with kids and have always enjoyed it, but the issue is I can’t really justify to myself spending so much time there and coming back with such little money. For what seems to be an almost 24/7 job for a few months (regardless of how fun it may be) it amounts to basically a few hundred quid which you’re probably expected to blow on your travels at the end of the summer. I can’t help but feel like it would be a better use of time to work a regular job and earn a few grand in that time… Obviously CA looks amazing on the CV too and I have no doubt that it’s incredibly fun but I’m a bit conflicted. May end up applying for some other kind of summer work programme if I can find the right one! Sorry for the rambly comment but I just thought I’d share my opinions on this for anyone else in the same position for summer 2023 - maybe we can help each other out and find a cool programme to do together! :)
Hey Tara! Thanks for watching the video and for your comment! I also know exactly what you mean - when I went I had just finished college and lived with my parents and so didn’t need to earn much money at that point in my life so I went for the experience and the money I got I did use on travels (plus savings too). But if I was choosing to go now when I work a full time job, it would be hard to give that up to not earn much. However, it is one summer of your life and an experience and memories you will never ever forget. It’s also something that is better doing whilst you’re young and don’t have too many ties like kids or a mortgage to pay for etc. So obviously don’t do it if you’re going to put yourself in a difficult financial situation but if it’s more of a case of pausing your earnings for a few months, having the best summer and coming home and picking up where you left off, then I’d say it’s worth it :) hope this helps! X
i have my interview tomorrow morning! super anxious i’ve been using this video to help me throughout my whole application up to the interviews. thank you!
Whoa I’ve been to general summer camps before but there was never an interview or anything like that! There was like a general convo about who you are and it was very casual!!
Wow yeah I think it’s slightly different in the UK as Camp America is basically an agency that then puts you in front of all the camps that then pick you! So you in the USA would have just been able to apply to the camp directly and it’s much easier haha! Thanks for watching though! ❤️
Aw Zoe!!! Yay I’m so glad you enjoyed it and found it accurate! I miss it so much omg 😭 just wish I vlogged it when we were there! Yes travel video is to come! ❤️❤️
Hello! Ive got my interview next week, so excited! I hope I’m not too late to get placed especially due to my availability being quite late in June. Thank you so much for all your helpful videos, they’re amazing ♥️🙌🏼
Heyy! Aww you’ll be fine, November is still early to apply! That’s when I got placed too! Some people only apply like a month before so you’re good 🤣 You’re welcome! Thank you for watching xx
You’re welcome! Aww good luck but honestly you’ll be fine! They are super chilled and you just need to be yourself & passionate about getting involved at camp ❤️
@@TheCharmedKing hey I can see you commented on my other video but for some reason it won’t let me reply! But I’d recommend saving as much as possible so then you’re not worried about money. You’ll earn hopefully around £500-£1000 at camp but I’d say it would be good to have £800-1000 of your own money for your travels, especially with all the places you hope to see! ☺️ only take about $100 cash with you though as you can pay by card (get a dollar card) most places!
Hey! I’m going to apply for 2022 and I’ve been looking into everything on the website but I can’t find anything about specific camp names and stuff to be able to pick what ones I like the most etc, do you know where I’d find any of that information? + this video is so helpful so thank you!🤩🤟🏼✨ Xxx
Hey! I’m so glad you found it helpful! The places I found camp names was when it came to recruitment fairs and they listed the camps that were going to be there - I’d then search them and see what they were all about! So if you just search camp America 2022 camps list it may come up with a recruitment fair or even just a list from previous years that could give you a good idea - you’ll have lots of time to choose and some may just come to you as well! ❤️xxx
Oh WOW you brought another lovely video out, you are so creative and I just love watching your videos, thank you for sharing and have a lovely day 🇹🇷..
Just working on my video, going to ask my friends to send me little snippets of what type of person I am and blend them into photos etc of me dancing, singing, acting, gymnastics, diving and the fun side of me
Aw that sounds like a great idea! I’d say make sure to have one bit in there where you speak and introduce yourself and say what you’re interested in too so then they can see what you’re like fully ❤️
I’m glad you found it helpful! Thanks so much. And wooo for 2022! I’d say just keep it short and sweet (couple of mins) and just introduce yourself, who you are, where you’re from, what you do, what your favourite activities/hobbies are, mention any experience you have with children / how much you love them, what skills you have, also what you’re friendships are like and how you like spending time with family and friends & why you’re applying for camp America. I just did mine as a talking video and put pictures over the top that were relevant to what I was talking about! Also keep it quite general as you don’t want to limit yourself to a certain role or certain type of camp as sometimes the best things the things you weren’t expecting to get! Try and go to recruitment fairs though as that’s where I got hired (so the video didn’t actually do much for me) x
Hey! This video was so helpful, thank you! In your application did you select a type of camp you preferred? If so which ones did you choose/not choose? Working through my application now and Im at the camp type stage and not sure if i should leave my options completely open or select what i would prefer!
Hey!! I just selected the type of camp I preferred but didn’t go into specifics of which camp. I just wanted to be at a normal, mixed overnight camp but I think all of them will be good in their own ways! It was only when I went to a recruitment far and saw the list of camps going that I then researched and prioritised certain ones xx
Hey!! I have been accepted to a camp for summer to lead photography, I was wondering what your top tips would be for teaching this at camp and if we could get in touch so I learn more!! x
Hey girl! Congrats! What a fab job - basically the same as mine! I’d say some top tips would be, don’t be afraid to go all in and get the kids to pose for pictures as it makes a better photo! Action shots (using sports mode on the camera) are great too! And try and cover every child from the group you are covering. My insta is maisiecraddock if you wanna dm and talk more! X
Hello Maisie Rose, your video is very interesting and thank you for sharing. Can you shot please some other questions in Counselor camp interview? thank you
Hello! Thank you very much, I’m glad you found it interesting. The most common ones will be what I mentioned in the video so: why do you want to be a camp counsellor? What qualities do you have that you can apply to the role? Other questions may just be more casual ones to get to know you: what do you like to do in your spare time? What would you like to do at camp? What are you interests? What are you good at? Tell me about a time you were proud of something you did? Give an example of when you have worked well in a team? Etc. I hope that helps! The camp America website has interview help on there too x
Hey, when you made your application video to send to camp America, how did you submit it? Did you send them personally to the camps or on the Camp America site? I am trying to apply to Americamp online, but when I get to the submission section with the questions, there's no option to send in a video instead? Would love your help many thanks! - Emma xx
Hey Emma, so I uploaded it on UA-cam just just as unlisted so only people with the link could view it and then I think I linked that into my Camp America application. So maybe try that but I’m not sure, maybe Americamp don’t ask for videos? Perhaps give them a quick message :) sorry I can’t be more help xx
Did you go to the recruitment fair with somebody or on your own? Planning to go with a friend but also know I might be more talkative if I go on my own. Also how does the interview whilst you’re at the fair work? Is it in a separate room or around everybody? Thank you
Hey! So my recruitment fair was in Leeds so I went there with my mum but whilst I was actually in the fair, my mum was just out shopping. As far as I’m aware, they only let the people that are applying go in anyway (unless you need to have some with you) so that you can chat to people and get fully involved. It’s basically just loads of stalls that are camps and you just go up and chat to them casually about what skills you have and what role you want and they will tell you if they have that available at camp / whether they want to hire you or not. It’s around everyone but no one really listens in. My tip is each camp will have a board of what they are looking for so only approach it if it says the role you want as I went to a few and was like “I wanna do drama” and they said sorry that’s already filled. And also chat to people, don’t go on your phone as the camps are looking at you :) x
Aw great! Your interview is pretty much a informal chat so it’s just casual dress - just wear smart, casual like jeans and a top and obviously make sure all is appropriate and you’ll be fine! :)
@@feliksrasulov9630 it depends if you apply through an agency like camp america as they will take some of the money you earn to cover everything they do for you but approx $700-$1300 for the summer I would say :) (in my camp america Q&A video I answer this in more detail too) x
The recruitment fair is in a few days - should I book an interview or speak to the camp directors first. Also, do all camps recruit general counsellors because it seems like a lot of them are looking for activity counsellors.
I’d say since it’s in a few days, speak to the camp directors first and then if they offer you a place you can then get your interview booked in. When you get there though, ask the staff and they can advise too. At the recruitment fair a lot of the camps prioritise activity counsellors first as they need to make sure all their areas are covered. Once they have those booked in they will hire general counsellors. I’d say go and tell them that but if you don’t get hired, don’t worry as the camps do get in touch later down the line to fill all their spots (and there are a lot) for general counsellors :) Plus it will be a bonus that they’ve met you at the recruitment fair as they will likely remember you!
I think mostly all the same tips I’ve given in my camp america tips apply, just be yourself - be friendly, enthusiastic and show how you’d be great at camp and what you could bring :)
@EzPz-LeMoN-SqUeEzY yes, if you go on the camp america website and click on the country flag at the top right of the page, you can select which country you’re applying from :) if you’re in the UK but international, it may be worth contacting Camp America direct as I’m not sure the best way to do it but you should still be able to
@EzPz-LeMoN-SqUeEzY hmm that’s strange, maybe contact Camp America and ask them. If your country is listed on there then you should still be able to apply. It just might be that they open later in the year. Best check with Camp America directly though :)
@TheRenegade666 for the international you have to find a sponsor first for j1 visa ,those sponsor working with camps and US Gov unless you are from UK or other countries they don't need Visa. They apply directly
Hi i really want to go to camp this summer but I’m worried about it being cancelled because of COVID. Do you think we should still apply? Don’t want to lose any money either xx
Hey!! I’d say speak to Camp America or the agency you want to go with about your money and what will happen if it gets cancelled and if you get a refund or it gets pushed to 2022 then go for it! I’d also look into the option of applying to the camp directly and sorting your own flights etc nearer the time but that could be quite complicated if it’s your first time going. I reckon it will be going ahead though but look into the states too as some have less covid rates than others so that could be a factor too! Hope you get to go!! Xx
do you think the covid restrictions are going to lift in time for the leaving date im thinking of appplying for this summer but if the uk doesnt let me go that will be a bummer
I’m not 100% sure - I reckon with the way the vaccine is going in the UK, you should be fine on this side of things but all depends on whether the US let you in! I’m hopeful they will though - it just maybe a shorter summer! You can always apply though and then speak with camp America to either cancel and get a refund or defer it for a year. Keeping all my fingers crossed for you though!
Hi there, I was just wondering what age were most of the counsellors or people who worked there? I was thinking of doing it in 2020 but I couldn’t because of the pandemic :/ I’m thinking of doing it next year but I’ll be 24 so I was wondering if i would be too old? Many thanks
Hey!! Counsellors were mostly from about 19-25 so you’re absolutely fine! And then there was a lot of staff older than that too which you’ll be able to become friends with so I say it’s never too late!
Hey, I had my interview last week and it went really well! Really excited about what next summer will bring. I will be 35 by then, probably one of the oldest there but don't worry, age is just a number. When I asked about my age, my interviewer said as long as you have the skills and you don't mind working with younger people, you will be absolutely fine! Good luck everyone and thank you for the video Maisie. It's a massive help! I need to put a short video together now for my application 😊
Hey! I think you can register today for 2022 on the camp America website! The earlier the better so I’d say go for it! You’ll have lots of time to work on your application and the most time out there for camps to spot and hire you! Keep an eye out for recruitment fairs too as that’s how I got hired! X❤️
Hi! Im really interested in doing this in 2022. Right now i am renewing my passport and i cannot apply yet without the new one, so i wont be able to do my application until mid February. would i still have a good chance at getting hired as well as getting my visa and everything sorted in time?
Hey Aaron! You should be absolutely fine! I know people that applied literally a month or two before going to camp so as long as you get the ball rolling now you’ll be fine! You’ll have your passport soon & I got my Visa in March time so plenty of time! Good luck 😊
Hi. The agent I applied with only allows me to deal with a camp at a time However, I just got my first email from a camp. So I'd like to know if you believe I could deny this first one in order to see another.
Hello, I imagine that if you deny the first one you won’t get it back but if you’d prefer to go to another camp then I would deny it and hope that the one you want to go to will offer you a place. Is the email you got from the camp you want to go to?
@@ewinfran9582 yeah it’s annoying you can’t see all your options at once and then decide! But if you think there’s better to come, then deny it and worst case scenario, if nothing comes up then maybe you could contact them again and see if the space is still available
do you know if recruitment fairs are happening for 2022? i’ve had a look online but can’t see anything, worrying incase i am not looking in the right place or have missed something!Xx
Hey I’m not 100% sure but I think there’s an option on the camp america website to sign up to hear when they are happening and what camps will be there! Mine was in November but they may happen more early on next year! If you don’t see anything by November then email CA xx
@@MaisieCraddock thank you so much!! i’ll definitely keep a look out and see if anything comes up. I seen the option to sign up to hear about them but when I clicked it nothing opened which is why i thought i had maybe missed something but I’ll just keep checking xx
@@meganrichmond2368 ahh got you! You’ve got plenty of time so don’t worry, you’re probably being more organised than Camp America right now thinking ahead to 2022 😂xx
Yes! Really easy as you’re all in the same boat and want to make friends instantly! You’ll naturally find your kind of people who you will be closest too but honestly my experience was that everyone was so nice and happy and I got on with everyone! Then just made closer friends who I went travelling with after!
I’d say it’s anything from 18-25 for counsellors with around 20/21 being most common! But from my experience, I was 19 and one of the younger ones and wished I was 21 so then I was able to drink whilst travelling/days off. But it wasn’t the end of the world and when you’re there you can’t really tell theirs an age gap between anyone❤️
How did you find out about the camps you wanted to go to, I have always dreamed of going to Camp America i just don’t know which camps are the best camps
To be honest I didn’t know which camps were best either at first but Camp America give you lots of info about different ones on offer and I found going to the recruitment fairs helped as you get to speak to the camps directly and see what they are about! I think most camps will be good though, just make sure you go for one that suits you (ie. day camp, mixed, boys / girls, special needs etc)
@@MaisieCraddock Thank you so much this is really helpful, is Camp America the best agency to go through cause I have seen a lot of people talk about CCUSA as well
@@axifedoyle you’re welcome! Yes I would recommend Camp America - they look after you throughout the whole thing and make the whole thing easy to follow! Most people at my camp were through Camp America too so that’s telling you something! 🤍
@@axifedoyle aww thank you so much, that makes me happy! I’m gonna post another in the next few weeks about travel tips for after camp too so hope that helps as well 🥰
Hey! I think you may be able to do this through Camp America (maybe email them) but if not, I’d suggest applying to the camps directly (on their websites) and sorting your flights/visa yourself. I’m sure there will be similar programmes available for you though if Camp America doesn’t offer it. Perhaps look into CCUSA and Americamp :)
I think that will vary from camp to camp but as far as I was aware didn’t seem to be an issue as fellow councillors had tattoos etc. You just may be asked to take certain piercings out but worth checking with the camp direct or asking Camp America :)
It depends if you go through an agency like camp america or not but if you do, then it’s just “pocket money” around £700-£1200 for the whole time. My most recent Camp America Q&A goes into this in more detail though if you wanna watch that :) x
Hey lovely, I can’t make my video public as it’s got personal info / pics in it that I don’t want to be shared but if you have any more questions do let me know! It was basically just a 2 min video of me saying my name, where I’m from, what I like and my hobbies and showing pictures on top of it to support all of that! But keeping it simple fine as the main thing is that you do one to just show what you’re like / have the courage to give it a go! X
Aw thank you 😌 and good luck! You’ll be fine, just be yourself, be friendly & chatty, show off what your skills are & of course that you’re excited to work with kids!
Hi Asha, I’m not 100% sure if you can apply from Uganda but the best thing to do is contact Camp America directly and ask them. They may be able to guide you in the right direction of which companies do help you go to camp from countries other than the UK! As you’re in Germany right now, that might make it easier but double check with them via www.campamerica.co.uk/help/contact-us
Not as much as it did last year but you’ll likely still need to do tests before you go and I’m sure your camp will have it’s own rules! Look at the FAQs on the Camp America website and that will answer most of your covid questions! You’ll also highly likely need to be vaccinated! ☺️
@@MaisieCraddock yes i applied online and passed the interview so i’m just waiting. i have a question i couldn’t find online though, it says you can’t use family but if i worked for my uncle am i able to use him as a reference still?
Congrats on passing the interview, you’re definitely heading in the right direction and great you’ve applied so early too. I’m sure you can use him as a reference if he was your boss for your job and you don’t have anyone else you can put down.
This was so helpful thank you so much, got my interview for 2022 tomorrow!!! Wish me luck ahhhh!
Aw no problem!! Good luck Courtney!! You’ll be fine xx
Ahh I’ve got my interview in a couple weeks!! So excited
@@niamhallan good luck, you’ll smash it!! Xx
@@niamhallan good luck!!! You’ll be absolutely fine ❤️
@@MaisieCraddock just had my interview, it went AMAZING!!!🥰
This is so helpful I'm applying for 2023 and I wish I'd watched this before my interview as I was super nervous however I'll definitely be adding a video to my application now and going to the recruitment fair!!
Aw I’m so glad you found it useful Kira! Thanks for watching & I have other videos about packing etc you may find useful too once you’re placed! Good luck 🤞😊
Please Kira can you help me on how to do application?
Thanks for a great video! I’m a bit torn about applying for 2023 - I’ve wanted to do Camp America or something similar to it for ages, as I would LOVE to visit the USA and fully immerse myself in an experience like this, plus I have a background of working with kids and have always enjoyed it, but the issue is I can’t really justify to myself spending so much time there and coming back with such little money. For what seems to be an almost 24/7 job for a few months (regardless of how fun it may be) it amounts to basically a few hundred quid which you’re probably expected to blow on your travels at the end of the summer. I can’t help but feel like it would be a better use of time to work a regular job and earn a few grand in that time… Obviously CA looks amazing on the CV too and I have no doubt that it’s incredibly fun but I’m a bit conflicted. May end up applying for some other kind of summer work programme if I can find the right one! Sorry for the rambly comment but I just thought I’d share my opinions on this for anyone else in the same position for summer 2023 - maybe we can help each other out and find a cool programme to do together! :)
Hey Tara! Thanks for watching the video and for your comment! I also know exactly what you mean - when I went I had just finished college and lived with my parents and so didn’t need to earn much money at that point in my life so I went for the experience and the money I got I did use on travels (plus savings too). But if I was choosing to go now when I work a full time job, it would be hard to give that up to not earn much. However, it is one summer of your life and an experience and memories you will never ever forget. It’s also something that is better doing whilst you’re young and don’t have too many ties like kids or a mortgage to pay for etc. So obviously don’t do it if you’re going to put yourself in a difficult financial situation but if it’s more of a case of pausing your earnings for a few months, having the best summer and coming home and picking up where you left off, then I’d say it’s worth it :) hope this helps! X
Hey Tara! Pre-Covid I was supposed to do ACLE in Italy and the pay was a lot higher... maybe that would be more your speed?
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i have my interview tomorrow morning! super anxious i’ve been using this video to help me throughout my whole application up to the interviews. thank you!
Aww you’ll be absolutely fine I’m sure! Just be yourself and be friendly and chatty! Good luck and I’m so glad my videos helped ❤️
@@MaisieCraddock i passed the interview! thank you so much!!
@@lucykearney6218 awww amazing!! Well done you! Hopefully not long until you get placed!! ❤️
Hi, from what site did you apply?
How was your camp experience?
This was such an interesting video even though I’m not even interested in camp America, you explain everything so clearly and well!!
Aww thanks Rhiannon! I’m glad it was still interesting & easy to understand!! ❤️❤️
Hi am from Jamaica I have my interview Friday 🙏🏻.... thanks you for this video.
Heyy!! Good luck, you’ll do amazing - just be yourself, that’s the main thing! I’m so happy the video helped 🙌❤️
@@MaisieCraddock smile thank you very much
@@MaisieCraddock hey good evening I have passed my interview today ☺️🏆
@@fitzroycampbell5526 ahh congratulations!!! That’s so exciting! I hope it’s not long until you get placed at a camp. So glad my video helped you 🤍
@@fitzroycampbell5526 I am also from Jamaica and doing camp
Whoa I’ve been to general summer camps before but there was never an interview or anything like that! There was like a general convo about who you are and it was very casual!!
Wow yeah I think it’s slightly different in the UK as Camp America is basically an agency that then puts you in front of all the camps that then pick you! So you in the USA would have just been able to apply to the camp directly and it’s much easier haha! Thanks for watching though! ❤️
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Love this Maisie - so accurate and makes me miss camp so much more too :( looking forward to the post camp travel video!
Aw Zoe!!! Yay I’m so glad you enjoyed it and found it accurate! I miss it so much omg 😭 just wish I vlogged it when we were there! Yes travel video is to come! ❤️❤️
Camp America sounds like so much fun!! I know a couple of people who have also done it and they all said they had an amazing time 🤩
It is so much fun! Would definitely recommend! Thank you for watching Maisie! ❤️
Hello! Ive got my interview next week, so excited! I hope I’m not too late to get placed especially due to my availability being quite late in June. Thank you so much for all your helpful videos, they’re amazing ♥️🙌🏼
Heyy! Aww you’ll be fine, November is still early to apply! That’s when I got placed too! Some people only apply like a month before so you’re good 🤣
You’re welcome! Thank you for watching xx
Loved this video maisie, I found it very interesting and I remember you doing a video for camp that’s so funny! The editing is another level! 🤩
Aww thanks G!! So glad you liked and found it interested! Yayyy glad you liked the editing too!! Took a while lol xx
Thank you so much dear, watching your video August 2024 and I answered everything clearly
This is really informative about CA! I’ll definitely take this onboard if I do go and let people know about your video if they want to too💕
Aww Rachel thank you!! I hope it helps if you end up doing it & that would be amazing! I hope it helps them too 💖💖
I can't concentrate on the video because I'm just looking at that pic of you and the jonas brothers hahah so cool!!!
Hahahah!!! Love it! My first ever video was a vlog of the day I met them if you wanna see what a mess I was after meeting them lol 😆
incredibly helpful, thank you so much!!!
I’m so glad it helped! Thank you for watching!
you are SO pretty & so fun! Gonna go watch your other vids 🤍
Aw so kind thank you so much!! ❤️
Thank you for this, I've got an interview in Friday and feeling a lil anxious
You’re welcome! Aww good luck but honestly you’ll be fine! They are super chilled and you just need to be yourself & passionate about getting involved at camp ❤️
@@MaisieCraddock thank you so much, i got accepted, your tips def helped, just gotta hope for a placement now 💚
@@TheCharmedKing yayy congrats!! You’ll be fine - it’s so early on in the year so you’ve got plenty of time to get placed at the right place ❤️
@@TheCharmedKing hey I can see you commented on my other video but for some reason it won’t let me reply! But I’d recommend saving as much as possible so then you’re not worried about money. You’ll earn hopefully around £500-£1000 at camp but I’d say it would be good to have £800-1000 of your own money for your travels, especially with all the places you hope to see! ☺️ only take about $100 cash with you though as you can pay by card (get a dollar card) most places!
Great video!!🥰💟Very informative and you gave some useful tips love the detail you go into thank you for sharing was super interesting💗💗xx
Thank you so much! Glad you found it interesting & hope it’s given you some good tips if you want to go to camp one day! ❤️
Hey! I’m going to apply for 2022 and I’ve been looking into everything on the website but I can’t find anything about specific camp names and stuff to be able to pick what ones I like the most etc, do you know where I’d find any of that information? + this video is so helpful so thank you!🤩🤟🏼✨ Xxx
Hey! I’m so glad you found it helpful! The places I found camp names was when it came to recruitment fairs and they listed the camps that were going to be there - I’d then search them and see what they were all about! So if you just search camp America 2022 camps list it may come up with a recruitment fair or even just a list from previous years that could give you a good idea - you’ll have lots of time to choose and some may just come to you as well! ❤️xxx
@@MaisieCraddock amazing thank you so so much!🙌🏼💫
Oh WOW you brought another lovely video out, you are so creative and I just love watching your videos, thank you for sharing and have a lovely day 🇹🇷..
Thank you very much! Glad you enjoyed 😊
Just working on my video, going to ask my friends to send me little snippets of what type of person I am and blend them into photos etc of me dancing, singing, acting, gymnastics, diving and the fun side of me
Aw that sounds like a great idea! I’d say make sure to have one bit in there where you speak and introduce yourself and say what you’re interested in too so then they can see what you’re like fully ❤️
@@MaisieCraddock Yeah will start with an introduction before flicking to the videos
This is so helpful thank you! I am applying for 2022! I just wanted to know what is good to include in the video?
I’m glad you found it helpful! Thanks so much. And wooo for 2022! I’d say just keep it short and sweet (couple of mins) and just introduce yourself, who you are, where you’re from, what you do, what your favourite activities/hobbies are, mention any experience you have with children / how much you love them, what skills you have, also what you’re friendships are like and how you like spending time with family and friends & why you’re applying for camp America. I just did mine as a talking video and put pictures over the top that were relevant to what I was talking about! Also keep it quite general as you don’t want to limit yourself to a certain role or certain type of camp as sometimes the best things the things you weren’t expecting to get! Try and go to recruitment fairs though as that’s where I got hired (so the video didn’t actually do much for me) x
even though I have no idea about the camp in America, but it looks like a fun activity... and i love how your in depth explanation
Aw thank you well I’m glad you enjoyed and found it interesting! Feel free to pass onto anyone you know who might fancy doing it!
Hey! This video was so helpful, thank you! In your application did you select a type of camp you preferred? If so which ones did you choose/not choose? Working through my application now and Im at the camp type stage and not sure if i should leave my options completely open or select what i would prefer!
Hey!! I just selected the type of camp I preferred but didn’t go into specifics of which camp. I just wanted to be at a normal, mixed overnight camp but I think all of them will be good in their own ways! It was only when I went to a recruitment far and saw the list of camps going that I then researched and prioritised certain ones xx
@@MaisieCraddock Okay cool! Thank you 😊
Hallo, can you please communicate with me?
This is so helpful thank you!!
You’re so welcome! I’m glad you found it helpful ❤️
Hey!! I have been accepted to a camp for summer to lead photography, I was wondering what your top tips would be for teaching this at camp and if we could get in touch so I learn more!! x
Hey girl! Congrats! What a fab job - basically the same as mine! I’d say some top tips would be, don’t be afraid to go all in and get the kids to pose for pictures as it makes a better photo! Action shots (using sports mode on the camera) are great too! And try and cover every child from the group you are covering. My insta is maisiecraddock if you wanna dm and talk more! X
Hello Maisie Rose, your video is very interesting and thank you for sharing. Can you shot please some other questions in Counselor camp interview? thank you
Hello! Thank you very much, I’m glad you found it interesting. The most common ones will be what I mentioned in the video so: why do you want to be a camp counsellor? What qualities do you have that you can apply to the role?
Other questions may just be more casual ones to get to know you: what do you like to do in your spare time? What would you like to do at camp? What are you interests? What are you good at? Tell me about a time you were proud of something you did? Give an example of when you have worked well in a team? Etc. I hope that helps! The camp America website has interview help on there too x
@@MaisieCraddock Thank you so much, it wil really helpful ♥
What type of camps have you attended? 💓
I went to Chestnut Lake Camp in PA which is just a normal overnight camp for boys and girls from 7-15 years 🥰
Hey, when you made your application video to send to camp America, how did you submit it? Did you send them personally to the camps or on the Camp America site? I am trying to apply to Americamp online, but when I get to the submission section with the questions, there's no option to send in a video instead? Would love your help many thanks! - Emma xx
Hey Emma, so I uploaded it on UA-cam just just as unlisted so only people with the link could view it and then I think I linked that into my Camp America application. So maybe try that but I’m not sure, maybe Americamp don’t ask for videos? Perhaps give them a quick message :) sorry I can’t be more help xx
Thanks Meisie.
Did you go to the recruitment fair with somebody or on your own? Planning to go with a friend but also know I might be more talkative if I go on my own. Also how does the interview whilst you’re at the fair work? Is it in a separate room or around everybody? Thank you
Hey! So my recruitment fair was in Leeds so I went there with my mum but whilst I was actually in the fair, my mum was just out shopping. As far as I’m aware, they only let the people that are applying go in anyway (unless you need to have some with you) so that you can chat to people and get fully involved.
It’s basically just loads of stalls that are camps and you just go up and chat to them casually about what skills you have and what role you want and they will tell you if they have that available at camp / whether they want to hire you or not.
It’s around everyone but no one really listens in.
My tip is each camp will have a board of what they are looking for so only approach it if it says the role you want as I went to a few and was like “I wanna do drama” and they said sorry that’s already filled.
And also chat to people, don’t go on your phone as the camps are looking at you :) x
I have my interview for a summer camp next week, do you have any tips on what to wear?!? I don’t want to over or under dress
Aw great! Your interview is pretty much a informal chat so it’s just casual dress - just wear smart, casual like jeans and a top and obviously make sure all is appropriate and you’ll be fine! :)
Do you have any tips for the recruitment fair? What to ask/ what they might ask you?
hello! thanks for the video!does usually camps started program in June or in May?
Hello, it depends on your camp and your role at camp but I’d say for most counsellor roles is June :)
@@MaisieCraddock how much it is possible to earn during the summer? approximately?
@@feliksrasulov9630 it depends if you apply through an agency like camp america as they will take some of the money you earn to cover everything they do for you but approx $700-$1300 for the summer I would say :) (in my camp america Q&A video I answer this in more detail too) x
The recruitment fair is in a few days - should I book an interview or speak to the camp directors first. Also, do all camps recruit general counsellors because it seems like a lot of them are looking for activity counsellors.
I’d say since it’s in a few days, speak to the camp directors first and then if they offer you a place you can then get your interview booked in. When you get there though, ask the staff and they can advise too.
At the recruitment fair a lot of the camps prioritise activity counsellors first as they need to make sure all their areas are covered. Once they have those booked in they will hire general counsellors. I’d say go and tell them that but if you don’t get hired, don’t worry as the camps do get in touch later down the line to fill all their spots (and there are a lot) for general counsellors :) Plus it will be a bonus that they’ve met you at the recruitment fair as they will likely remember you!
any tips for international coz i have pre screening next week as i'm applying from overseas. thank you
I think mostly all the same tips I’ve given in my camp america tips apply, just be yourself - be friendly, enthusiastic and show how you’d be great at camp and what you could bring :)
thank you @@MaisieCraddock
@EzPz-LeMoN-SqUeEzY yes, if you go on the camp america website and click on the country flag at the top right of the page, you can select which country you’re applying from :) if you’re in the UK but international, it may be worth contacting Camp America direct as I’m not sure the best way to do it but you should still be able to
@EzPz-LeMoN-SqUeEzY hmm that’s strange, maybe contact Camp America and ask them. If your country is listed on there then you should still be able to apply. It just might be that they open later in the year. Best check with Camp America directly though :)
@TheRenegade666 for the international you have to find a sponsor first for j1 visa ,those sponsor working with camps and US Gov unless you are from UK or other countries they don't need Visa. They apply directly
Hi i really want to go to camp this summer but I’m worried about it being cancelled because of COVID. Do you think we should still apply? Don’t want to lose any money either xx
Hey!! I’d say speak to Camp America or the agency you want to go with about your money and what will happen if it gets cancelled and if you get a refund or it gets pushed to 2022 then go for it! I’d also look into the option of applying to the camp directly and sorting your own flights etc nearer the time but that could be quite complicated if it’s your first time going. I reckon it will be going ahead though but look into the states too as some have less covid rates than others so that could be a factor too! Hope you get to go!! Xx
@@MaisieCraddock thank you!! Very helpful xx
do you think the covid restrictions are going to lift in time for the leaving date im thinking of appplying for this summer but if the uk doesnt let me go that will be a bummer
I’m not 100% sure - I reckon with the way the vaccine is going in the UK, you should be fine on this side of things but all depends on whether the US let you in! I’m hopeful they will though - it just maybe a shorter summer! You can always apply though and then speak with camp America to either cancel and get a refund or defer it for a year. Keeping all my fingers crossed for you though!
thanks
Hi there, I was just wondering what age were most of the counsellors or people who worked there? I was thinking of doing it in 2020 but I couldn’t because of the pandemic :/ I’m thinking of doing it next year but I’ll be 24 so I was wondering if i would be too old? Many thanks
Hey!! Counsellors were mostly from about 19-25 so you’re absolutely fine! And then there was a lot of staff older than that too which you’ll be able to become friends with so I say it’s never too late!
Hey, I had my interview last week and it went really well! Really excited about what next summer will bring. I will be 35 by then, probably one of the oldest there but don't worry, age is just a number. When I asked about my age, my interviewer said as long as you have the skills and you don't mind working with younger people, you will be absolutely fine! Good luck everyone and thank you for the video Maisie. It's a massive help! I need to put a short video together now for my application 😊
hi when do the applications open I’m looking to apply for 2022 was wondering if you knew when they opened x
Hey! I think you can register today for 2022 on the camp America website! The earlier the better so I’d say go for it! You’ll have lots of time to work on your application and the most time out there for camps to spot and hire you! Keep an eye out for recruitment fairs too as that’s how I got hired! X❤️
Maisie Rose perfect thank you x
do you find at camp living so close to everyone that flu and stomach bugs etc got passed about so easily
To be honest, as it’s summer there’s not as many bugs going round but yes from time to time some people would get ill but it didn’t spread too much!
Can I apply if I am in the Dominican Republic?
Hello! I’m not 100% sure but I imagine you will be able to, contact Camp America to ask!
Hi! Im really interested in doing this in 2022. Right now i am renewing my passport and i cannot apply yet without the new one, so i wont be able to do my application until mid February. would i still have a good chance at getting hired as well as getting my visa and everything sorted in time?
Hey Aaron! You should be absolutely fine! I know people that applied literally a month or two before going to camp so as long as you get the ball rolling now you’ll be fine! You’ll have your passport soon & I got my Visa in March time so plenty of time! Good luck 😊
@@MaisieCraddock Thats great, thanks!
Hi. The agent I applied with only allows me to deal with a camp at a time
However, I just got my first email from a camp. So I'd like to know if you believe I could deny this first one in order to see another.
Hello, I imagine that if you deny the first one you won’t get it back but if you’d prefer to go to another camp then I would deny it and hope that the one you want to go to will offer you a place.
Is the email you got from the camp you want to go to?
@@MaisieCraddock Its a nice camp but I would just like to see other options.
@@ewinfran9582 yeah it’s annoying you can’t see all your options at once and then decide! But if you think there’s better to come, then deny it and worst case scenario, if nothing comes up then maybe you could contact them again and see if the space is still available
@@MaisieCraddock thank you so much for opinion. Yeah, I'm going to do just that.
@@ewinfran9582How did it go? did you get any better offers / how was your experience?
Is camp leaders a reputable company for doing this sort of thing? Any advice would be appreciated!
Yes Camp Leaders is great for this kind of thing and has a good reputation. So does Camp America, CCUSA and Americamp :)
@@MaisieCraddock thank you!
Did you have any contact with your family whilst away on camp ?
Yes I did! I had downtime each day to contact them :)
do you know if recruitment fairs are happening for 2022? i’ve had a look online but can’t see anything, worrying incase i am not looking in the right place or have missed something!Xx
Hey I’m not 100% sure but I think there’s an option on the camp america website to sign up to hear when they are happening and what camps will be there! Mine was in November but they may happen more early on next year! If you don’t see anything by November then email CA xx
@@MaisieCraddock thank you so much!! i’ll definitely keep a look out and see if anything comes up. I seen the option to sign up to hear about them but when I clicked it nothing opened which is why i thought i had maybe missed something but I’ll just keep checking xx
@@meganrichmond2368 ahh got you! You’ve got plenty of time so don’t worry, you’re probably being more organised than Camp America right now thinking ahead to 2022 😂xx
@@MaisieCraddock haha i’m the definition of an over thinker but thanks for the help!!xx
this video is very interesting wow o.o
Which website did you go to apply ? Good day
Just the Camp America website www.campamerica.co.uk 😊
Is it easy to make friends when there?
Yes! Really easy as you’re all in the same boat and want to make friends instantly! You’ll naturally find your kind of people who you will be closest too but honestly my experience was that everyone was so nice and happy and I got on with everyone! Then just made closer friends who I went travelling with after!
@@MaisieCraddock Good to know, thanks!
What's the average age of camp counselors? What do you think is the best age to go?
I’d say it’s anything from 18-25 for counsellors with around 20/21 being most common! But from my experience, I was 19 and one of the younger ones and wished I was 21 so then I was able to drink whilst travelling/days off. But it wasn’t the end of the world and when you’re there you can’t really tell theirs an age gap between anyone❤️
Awesome Video! You are adorable❤
Thank you so much! ♥️
How did you find out about the camps you wanted to go to, I have always dreamed of going to Camp America i just don’t know which camps are the best camps
To be honest I didn’t know which camps were best either at first but Camp America give you lots of info about different ones on offer and I found going to the recruitment fairs helped as you get to speak to the camps directly and see what they are about! I think most camps will be good though, just make sure you go for one that suits you (ie. day camp, mixed, boys / girls, special needs etc)
@@MaisieCraddock Thank you so much this is really helpful, is Camp America the best agency to go through cause I have seen a lot of people talk about CCUSA as well
@@axifedoyle you’re welcome! Yes I would recommend Camp America - they look after you throughout the whole thing and make the whole thing easy to follow! Most people at my camp were through Camp America too so that’s telling you something! 🤍
@@MaisieCraddock ok thank you so much you don’t understand how helpful this is, I’m going to watch your other videos now for more information xx
@@axifedoyle aww thank you so much, that makes me happy! I’m gonna post another in the next few weeks about travel tips for after camp too so hope that helps as well 🥰
Thank you, was checking if they are legit
I am from Morocco and I want to participate in the summer camp, can I? And how do I apply for participation
Hey! I think you may be able to do this through Camp America (maybe email them) but if not, I’d suggest applying to the camps directly (on their websites) and sorting your flights/visa yourself.
I’m sure there will be similar programmes available for you though if Camp America doesn’t offer it. Perhaps look into CCUSA and Americamp :)
Another question
Which camp did you go to?
I went to Chestnut Lake Camp in Pennsylvania
thank you
what is the policy on body mods?
I think that will vary from camp to camp but as far as I was aware didn’t seem to be an issue as fellow councillors had tattoos etc. You just may be asked to take certain piercings out but worth checking with the camp direct or asking Camp America :)
How much do you get paid during the camp?
It depends if you go through an agency like camp america or not but if you do, then it’s just “pocket money” around £700-£1200 for the whole time. My most recent Camp America Q&A goes into this in more detail though if you wanna watch that :) x
@@MaisieCraddock Thank you so much!!!
can you show us your application video?
Hey lovely, I can’t make my video public as it’s got personal info / pics in it that I don’t want to be shared but if you have any more questions do let me know! It was basically just a 2 min video of me saying my name, where I’m from, what I like and my hobbies and showing pictures on top of it to support all of that! But keeping it simple fine as the main thing is that you do one to just show what you’re like / have the courage to give it a go! X
Can I apply from uganda..?
you are so beautiful. i have my interview soon im so nervous
Aw thank you 😌 and good luck! You’ll be fine, just be yourself, be friendly & chatty, show off what your skills are & of course that you’re excited to work with kids!
Anyone knows a legitimate link to the camps hiring as they’re many scammers online
Hi Asha, I’m not 100% sure if you can apply from Uganda but the best thing to do is contact Camp America directly and ask them. They may be able to guide you in the right direction of which companies do help you go to camp from countries other than the UK! As you’re in Germany right now, that might make it easier but double check with them via www.campamerica.co.uk/help/contact-us
i have my interview on saturday for 2022 ahhhhhh i’m so nervous. 🤮
Ahh good luck! Just be smiley and chatty and you’ll be absolutely fine!
Great
Thank you! ☺️
Does Covid Still effect anything
Not as much as it did last year but you’ll likely still need to do tests before you go and I’m sure your camp will have it’s own rules! Look at the FAQs on the Camp America website and that will answer most of your covid questions! You’ll also highly likely need to be vaccinated! ☺️
How much is the recruiter's fee?
There’s lots of info on how all the costs are broken down here :)
www.campamerica.co.uk/costs/costs-process-explained/first-timer-costs
Hey I’m loooking meet yalll
all the recruitment fairs are already full for january 🥲
Aw that’s annoying! Do they not have any in November? That’s when I went. If not, you should be fine applying online
@@MaisieCraddock yes i applied online and passed the interview so i’m just waiting. i have a question i couldn’t find online though, it says you can’t use family but if i worked for my uncle am i able to use him as a reference still?
Congrats on passing the interview, you’re definitely heading in the right direction and great you’ve applied so early too. I’m sure you can use him as a reference if he was your boss for your job and you don’t have anyone else you can put down.
@@MaisieCraddock okay, thank you!