Spring 2015 Intern, Women Make Movies, New York, NY

Spring 2015 Intern

Posted on: November 12, 2014
Application deadline: December 10, 2014
Posted by: Women Make Movies

Established in 1972 to address the under representation and misrepresentation of women in the media industry, Women Make Movies is a multicultural, multiracial, non-profit media arts organization which facilitates the production, promotion, distribution and exhibition of independent films and videotapes by and about women. The organization provides services to both users and makers of film and video programs, with a special emphasis on supporting work by women of color. Women Make Movies facilitates the development of feminist media through an internationally recognized Distribution Service and a Production Assistance Program.

Internships are available for Spring 2015 term in:

• Marketing/Publicity

• Production Assistance/Fiscal Sponsorship

• Distribution

• Administration

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION

All WMM internship positions are unpaid. However, interns qualify for and have access to a number of services and benefits:

• Local travel reimbursement

• Free workshop attendance

• Free access to screen titles from the Women Make Movies collection

• College or University course credit

The ideal candidate will be studying film production or cinema studies and have an interest in human rights/social justice. We are looking for interns to start in early February and continue through May.

Qualified candidates will demonstrate excellent communication skills; strong organizational skills; the ability to multi-task, work independently and work well under pressure; and will take initiative. Familiarity with Internet research, Windows XP and the Microsoft Office Suite necessary. Knowledge of and interest in feminist media a plus.

HOW TO APPLY

All candidates must submit an Internship Application form, resume, and references.

Internship application found here: http://www.wmm.com/about/jobs.shtml#internship

Videographer Intern, The Business of Me, New York, NY

Videographer Intern

Posted on: May 31, 2013
Application deadline: July 16, 2013
Posted by: The Business of Me

DESCRIPTION

The Business of Me is a woman owned social impact company that has designed a curriculum for survivors of abuse to rebuild their lives. We are currently seeking videographers. This internship will provide an opportunity for public acknowledgement of your work. The intern who is selected will have their name listed on the videos.

HOURS

The selected interns (we are looking for at least 2) will be afforded the opportunity to attend a class on "Inbound Marketing" given by an industry expert. The "Inbound Marketing" class is given on four Saturdays in August.

After the class, the interns will be asked to give eight hours per week various video projects for the organization based on the techniques learned at the class. The intern will need to work eight hours per week in addition to the class. The selected intern will be able to determine their own schedule but must commit to agreed upon deadlines for delivery of work. The intern can work from home, but we ask for a weekly meeting to discuss and view the progress. The meeting can be a telephone meeting.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Shoot videos for The Business of Me which will be placed on social media sites
• Collaborate with a video team to help storyboard, film and edit videos for The Business of Me

QUALIFICATIONS

• Pursuing Bachelors' degree or equivalent experience required
• Knowledge of video production
• High level of attention to detail
• Good organization and time management skills
• Creative and excited about becoming a part of an innovative team whose aim it is to help women break the cycle of violence in their lives!

HOW TO APPLY

Please send resume to nancy@thebusinessofme.com

Video Editor Intern, The Business of Me, New York, NY

Video Editor Intern

Posted on: May 31, 2013
Application deadline: July 16, 2013
Posted by: The Business of Me

DESCRIPTION

The Business of Me is a woman owned social impact company that has designed a curriculum for survivors of abuse to rebuild their lives. We are currently video editors. This internship will provide an opportunity for public acknowledgement of your work. The intern who is selected will have their name listed on the videos.

HOURS

The selected interns (we are looking for at least 2) will be afforded the opportunity to attend a class on "Inbound Marketing" given by an industry expert. The "Inbound Marketing" class is given on four Saturdays in August.

After the class, the interns will be asked to give eight hours per week to various video projects for the organization based on the techniques learned at the class. The intern will need to work of eight hours per week in addition to the class. The selected intern will be able to determine their own schedule but must commit to agreed upon deadlines for delivery of work. The intern can work from home, but we ask for a weekly meeting to discuss and view the progress. The meeting can be a telephone meeting.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

-Edit videos for The Business of Me, which will be placed on social media sites and the organization's websites
-Collaborate with a video team to help storyboard, film and edit videos for The Business of Me

QUALIFICATIONS

• Pursuing Bachelors' degree or equivalent experience required
• Knowledge of video editing
• High level of attention to detail
• Good organization and time management skills
• Creative and excited about becoming a part of an innovative team whose aim it is to help women break the cycle of violence in their lives!

HOW TO APPLY

Send your resume to nancy@thebusinessofme.com

Marketing & Communications Associate, Mount Saint Agnes Theological Center for Women, Baltimore, MD

Marketing and Communications Associate

Posted on: May 24, 2013
Application deadline: June 21, 2013
Posted by: Mount Saint Agnes Theological Center for Women

JOB SUMMARY

This half time (20 hr/wk) position is responsible for the technology and
talent needed for marketing, branding, and communications that include video-filming and photography including necessary editing a of videos and photographs. The ability to research innovative marketing techniques is desired. Also requires maintaining email lists, managing registration of courses and events, creating designs necessary for the advertisement and implementation of MSATCW courses, events and branding.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Marketing: research, focus groups, branding, targeting specific audiences
• Live streaming of all courses
• Filming, and editing of courses and lectures
• Video of course professors for advertising purposes.
• Photography for social media and websites.
• Manage all registrations for courses and events
• Maintain all office computers as requested
• Maintain updated email and mail lists, sources for electronic advertising
• Assist in the preparation of class, course and conference documentation prepared by the Director or other lecturers for MSATCW classes.
• Execute mailings as needed.
• Work in cooperation with all MSATCW staff, teachers and Directors.
• Answer phones as necessary.

NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Skilled in video filming, uploading to Vimeo, photography, and editing
• Skilled in the use of Microsoft Professional Office, including Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Publisher, Word and SharePoint
• Skilled in the use Windows operational systems and software including Access, Paintshop and Quark.
• Creative ability in design and advertising.
• Ability to establish priorities, work independently and responsibly.
• Ability to handle and resolve problems within the job responsibilities.
• Flexible with work schedule when requested by Director. This position may require occasional evening or weekend work.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Associate degree in business, marketing, or communications preferred.
• Two years of related office experience or a combination of education and experience.

HOW TO APPLY

Contact Veneta Lorraine at vlorraine@mountsaintagnes.org, or 410.435.7500

WAM! Intern, Women, Action & the Media

WAM! Intern

Posted on: April 8, 2013
Posted by: Women, Action & the Media

DESCRIPTION

Ever wish you could get more involved in making women's words matter in the media? Well, we've got a great way to do just that. We're in the process of hiring WAM! INTERNS for Summer and Fall 2013. Could it be you or someone you know?

Help us create gender justice in media by joining the crack team at WAM!Central. Specifically, we're looking for folks who want to do several or all of the following:

• Support our WAM!Chapters, and connect our Women, Action & the Media (WAM!) programs to new communities
• Blog about gender & media issues on our website
• Solicit new businesses and organizations to offer great benefits to our members
• Create video and other media that communicates our mission to key communities
• Help develop & promote our new WAM!CAN Community Action Network
• Gain crucial office skills

Good candidates must be willing to commit to 10-15 hours per week, including time for supervision. Fearless in the face of detail. Computer/internet savvy (Mac especially) very helpful. We are not able to offer a stipend but are happy to work with schools to help you earn college credit. Feminists of all colors, cultures, identities and orientations encouraged to apply. NEW: WORK-WHERE-YOU-ARE AVAILABLE: if you have reliable access to Skype or Google Hangouts for communicating with WAM!Central, and can work during some meaningful part of U.S. Eastern Time business hours, you are welcome to apply.

HOW TO APPLY

Email your cover letter and resume to: wam@womenactionmedia.org (subject: Intern Search)