Reel to Real has an internship program for university students who would like to gain experience working at a film festival. Please contact info@r2rfestival.org for more information if you are interested. Currently, the following internship is available:
PROGRAMMING SERVICES
This internship is designed to provide the successful candidate with an opportunity to gain experience, knowledge and skills in the field of film festival programming.
Responsibilities
- Report to Head of Programming
- Assist in research of films for possible inclusion in the Festival
- Assist in research of filmmakers and other film industry professionals for possible inclusion on juries, panels, and workshops
- Assist in information dissemination relating to programming
- Assist in processing of film submissions (collection and categorizations, organizing distribution of screeners and assessment forms, collection back and tallying of reviews)
- Assist with general administrative support
Qualifications
- Detail-oriented, able to follow instruction and take initiative
- Professional demeanor
- Outgoing and friendly personality
- Strong writing and telephone skills
- Ability to multi-task and exhibit consistent follow-through and can work well under time constraints
- Proficiency and knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Fluency in English required; fluency in other languages is a plus
Benefits
- Introduction to and experience in film research, cultivation and relationship building
- Great opportunity to learn about what happens behind the scenes of an international film festival
- School credit (if applicable)
- Resume builder
