MARKETING INTERN

The Palm Springs International Film Society offers paid internships at $18 per hour. Interns are paid hourly and are eligible for overtime pay in accordance with applicable wage and hour laws. Interns should be available to work at least 20 hours per week for a minimum of six weeks. We are interested in applicants who want to learn more about the film industry, communications, event planning, and business management.

Our program gives interns hands-on experience in their chosen field, insight into how a nonprofit organization works, and an inside look at how a film festival operates. Each season we welcome a new cohort of interns who contribute to two major international film festivals, the Palm Springs International Film Festival and Palm Springs International ShortFest, along with our year-round programming.

We accept applications year-round and review them in two periods: October through January, and May through June. You can expect updates on your application during these periods.

Expand the descriptions below to see current internship opportunities.

Questions? Email us at [email protected] or call our main office at 760-322-2930.

MARKETING INTERN



The Marketing Department is responsible for promoting and advertising the Palm Springs International ShortFest and its events and performs the necessary research to identify the target customers and other audiences. The Marketing team will focus on promoting a consistent message, and coordinating image and marketing campaigns that connect and inform potential filmgoers, festival guests, and media outlets about festival information and events.

The Marketing Intern will support the Marketing Manager with all aspects of the festival’s social media marketing, promotions, and advertising.

Elements of the Position Include:


Posting festival news and announcements on our website

Contacting and interacting with local or relevant organizations and interest groups
Assisting in the distribution and production of all posters, promotional materials, and print, radio and television ads/promotions
Proofreading copy was written by other team members
Assisting in capturing content during the festival when needed
Styling content to post on social media when needed
Tracking, collecting, and organizing all press clippings on the festival and pulling reports
Helping respond to press requests and distribute materials to media who request it
Building email blast and newsletter structures, filling in content, and sending them out
Assist in the marketing and production of community events




Abilities Required:


Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written skills

Intermediate computer processing skills including Microsoft Office and social media networks
Ability to lead as well as follow and execute instructions effectively
Must be highly organized, detail-oriented, adaptable, flexible, self-motivated, and solution driven and able to work independently
Must be willing to work evenings and weekends June 20-26
Must have a reliable vehicle
Must be able to have FUN and be a team player
Interest in marketing, public relations, social media, and/or film
College coursework or comparable work experience preferred
Experience with Photoshop and/or Premiere Pro preferred