SFFIM Makers is a full-service filmmaker support department in the areas of residencies, grants, fellowships, project development, events, and consultation with hundreds of projects on its books in all stages of production. Through FilmHouse, not only are free residencies provided to filmmakers, the department hosts multiple professional development workshops, talks, and events each month. Through the grants program, Artist Development awards filmmakers nearly $1 million per year for exceptional and innovative narrative and documentary feature projects.
The SFFILM Makers intern will learn how a large arts organization supports individual filmmakers by assisting with the day-to-day operations of the department. Tasks will include support with: virtual FilmHouse events, grants administration, project research, data entry, and other duties as assigned.
Due to Covid-19, SFFILM has moved to the virtual space and all internships will be completely remote. Our ideal candidate is comfortable in Zoom and other virtual communication systems. The deadline for intern applications is Thursday, September 10th.
Responsibilities
- Provide virtual administrative support to the department (maintain filmmaker files, conduct reports, analyze data, compile statistics).
- Participate in virtual Internal Review Committees.
- Assist with virtual event planning and execution such as talks, workshops, and meetings with filmmakers.
- Compile information for grant review panels.
- Take notes during grant review panels (this is a great learning experience to see how grants are awarded).
- Take notes during filmmaker production meetings.
- Event support for SFFILM Festival events.
- Assist with the department’s social media presence.
- Support Artist Development Senior Coordinator in other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
- Detail-oriented and organizational skills.
- Minimum commitment of 10 hours per week (preferably over two days) for at least 3 months.
- Ability to take instruction and also take initiative and work with minimal supervision.
- Research and data entry skills.
- Excellent customer service manner and professional demeanor.
- Proficient in online systems such as Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Word), Zoom, and Google Suite.
- Passion for film and a good sense of humor.
- Good writing and telephone skills essential.
- Knowledge of a second language is a plus.
- Desire to learn about Artist Development programs and SFFILM as an organization.