About the Role & Program
Searchlight Pictures strives for a culture of innovation, collaboration and creativity. We set the standard, then step over it, blazing trails through the production and distribution of world class films around the globe! If you want to help tell compelling, enduring stories then we want to hear from you.
Searchlight Pictures has an opening with our Physical Production / Post Production / VFX team. This person will interact with several departments in order to gain a broad understanding of Feature Film Production from the Studio perspective. If selected for this role, you will report to the Head of Physical Production, Post Production & VFX.
What You Will Do
Assist Production Executives and Coordinators on Searchlight films in various stages of Development, Prep, Production, and Post Production
Cover Executive desks, as needed
Attend and help set up internal studio meetings. and meetings with our productions
Maintain digital files and assets on department server and online database
Archive physical show files and assets
Assist with the set-up of new productions
General office support (e.g., answer phones, print/copy, basic tech support)
Assist in researching emerging talent, tracking and maintaining databases for Post Production, VFX and Physical Production.
Required Qualifications & Skills
Curiosity about a career in the field of physical production, post production and VFX (Producing, Basic Crafts, Editorial, etc.)
Takes initiative
Strong communication skills
Strong organization skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Suite
Strong computer skills as projects may require spreadsheet, database, and presentation skills.
Understanding of office procedures, attention to detail, punctuality and ability to prioritize multiple projects.
General understanding of film production and industry concepts and players, with an eagerness to learn
Education
Current student or recent graduate with a Film & Television Production major (or minor) with either some background in Film, Television, and/or Visual Effects.Eligibility Requirements & Program Information
Must be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months at time of application posting OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Professional Internship
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program.
Must possess unrestricted work authorization
Position is located in Burbank, CA
Additional Information
The approximate dates of this internship are May 2024 through August 2024
Must be able to work 40 hrs per week, Monday through Friday, 9am - 6pm PST onsite
Must have reliable transportation to/from work
The pay rate for this internship in California is $21.70 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
Job ID: 10066957
Location: Burbank,California
Job Posting Company: Searchlight Pictures
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