Short Film Competition Marketing / Production Internship

Description

The 48 Hour Film Project is seeking interns for this year’s Cleveland competition. The 48 Hour Film Project (48HFP) is the world’s largest timed film competition, now in over 140 cities around the world. Filmmakers have just two days to write, produce, and edit their short films using a genre, character, prop, and line of dialogue that aren’t revealed until Kickoff. All films are screened locally and judged by a panel of film professionals for a variety of awards. The Best Film in each city moves on to the 48HFP’s international competition and festival, Filmapalooza. There, the top films from around the world are screened and judged for a whole new set of prizes, including a chance to screen at Cannes Film Festival.

Interns will get a behind-the-scenes look at the marketing and implementation of the festival, while working directly with the Cleveland producer.  Additional benefits include networking opportunities, helping to produce screenings and events for the local filmmaking community, and watching and analyzing short films from some of the area’s top filmmakers.  The ideal candidate will be self-directed and have a passion for film (filmmaking experience encouraged but not required).

Responsibilities

• Online outreach and promotion using Facebook, Twitter, and other social media channels

• Monitor and post on social media networks, forums, and blogs

• Shooting still photography and video footage of 48HFP events

• Producing video interviews and trailers

• Research and communication with local film groups and meetups

• Delivering promotional materials to area theatres and venues

• Taking tickets and checking badges at film screenings

• Reviewing completed films to verify that required elements have been included

Requirements

Excellent communication, computer skills, and attention to detail are a must. A background in marketing and/or social media management is a plus. Special consideration given to candidates with a background in filmmaking, especially those with access to their own equipment. Candidates must be comfortable in a remote workplace situation, and must be self-motivated.

Internship will run from mid-May through mid-August, with the possibility of extending through early November.

Majors

Film, Communication, Theatre, and Marketing/Advertising majors are encouraged to apply, though the position is open to candidates from any major

Application

To apply, submit your resume and cover letter via our online application at https://form.jotform.com/61288890965170. Application deadline May 26th, 2016. Please do not reply to this email--direct any questions to brian@48hourfilm.com.