Development Intern - Summer 2022 (Searchlight Pictures)
Posted by Nalip on February 18, 2022
The development intern is an integral part of the Searchlight team in evaluating incoming submissions and developing our current slate. We are a small team, so the intern will be especially helpful in handling special projects and administrative duties. The hands-on role will offer exposure to the film industry and the development process at one of the leading studios.
Location: Burbank, California, United States
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include:
- Collecting and distributing a daily newsletter (relevant news and daily trends)
- Reading incoming project submissions and providing feedback
- Reading project drafts and providing feedback
- Compiling lists of writers, directors and cast for various projects
- Participating in industry or project related research projects
Basic Qualifications:
What you bring to the role…
- Candidates should have a general interest in film and the entertainment industry
- Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite
- Ability to multitask and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work independently
- Desire to gain development experience to further their career
- Strong written and verbal communications skills
- Knowledge and interest in Searchlight Pictures are a plus!
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior internship experience in film development and production or other related fields preferred.
- Working towards a degree in Film, Screenwriting, Producing, or Directing preferred.
Required Education
At the time of application, 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 OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Professional Internship
Additional Information:
Candidates must:
- Possess unrestricted work authorization
- Be at least 18 years old
- Be able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the session.
- Be able to provide their own housing and transportation for the duration of the internship.
- Be available from May/June through August 2022, full time availability
Click here to apply.