Documentary Production Intern

Part Time Unpaid Internship - In Office (Remote TBD)

Silverlake, Los Angeles, CA

Black Valley Films is looking for a part-time intern with a background in Film, Journalism, and/or Business to assist Academy-Award-nominated filmmaker, Scott Hamilton Kennedy.

This is a unique opportunity to learn about documentary production, funding, and distribution from the ground up. You will gain exposure to production and post-production environments, as well as learn the business behind independent documentary filmmaking. The company is small, making it possible for you to work closely with the director himself and learn more about the company as a whole than you would at a larger entity. You will be an essential part of the team.

Responsibilities span from research, post-production workflow, and fundraising, to general office/admin-related needs. Interns will also have the opportunity to manage our marketing campaigns via social media networks.

Requirements: Minimum 4 months commitment and reliable transportation for local candidates.

Qualifications

Excellent written & verbal communication skills

Highly-organized

Research skills

Familiarity with Google Workspace and Adobe CC

Knowledge of macOS

Preferred, But Not Required

Working knowledge of social media platforms

Experience with cold calls/emails

Film editing and/or graphic design

LOCATION: Home office in the Silverlake area

HOURS: 3-days per week - 9:30am-6pm PST

This is an unpaid internship; however, we offer college & professional credit.

Please submit a cover letter, your resume, and a short video introduction (2 min max) with your application.

Thank you!