Spring Paid Intern - Creative Studio Production & Operations

This is a Part Time Paid Internship

Burbank, CA
Part-Time | Paid Internship | In-Person

We're looking for curious, motivated interns who want hands-on experience producing commercial work from concept through final delivery. This isn't a coffee-running internship; you'll work alongside artists, producers, and creative directors while learning how professional productions actually come together.

This is an in-person paid Spring 2027 internship based in our Burbank studio. Interns may work up to 24 hours per week. Please note that housing and relocation assistance are not provided.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

During your internship, you'll gain exposure to the complete creative production pipeline, including:
Creative development and brainstorming
Commercial production workflows
Animation and motion design
Client presentations and creative reviews
Studio operations and production management
Emerging creative technologies, including AI-assisted workflows
You'll see firsthand how ideas evolve from an initial concept into finished work delivered to clients.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities may include:
Shadow producers and project managers to learn how commercial creative projects are planned and executed
Assist with project organization, schedules, references, and production materials
Conduct creative and production research for current projects, upcoming projects, and internal needs
Collaborate on brainstorming sessions for client work, marketing initiatives, social content, and internal studio projects
Help maintain organized project files and digital assets
Assist with website updates and studio-facing materials
Observe and learn from professional artists working across animation, motion graphics, design, editorial, VFX, and live action
Gain exposure to emerging creative technologies, including generative AI, automation, and workflow optimization, and see how they fit into real-world animation and commercial production.
Complete occasional runs
Sit in on creative, production, and financial meetings
Support day-to-day studio operations and administrative tasks that help productions run smoothly; no two days are the same
Help keep shared studio spaces clean and organized, including tidying the kitchen, restocking supplies, and taking out trash and recycling as needed.
As the internship progresses, take ownership of small projects and initiatives with guidance from the team

SOFTWARE & TOOLS YOU'LL BE EXPOSED TO

Depending on active projects, interns may gain experience with tools including:
Adobe Creative Cloud
Google Workspace
Frame.io
Production tracking and collaboration software
AI-assisted creative tools and workflow automation platforms
Previous experience with these tools is helpful but not required.

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

The ideal candidate is someone who:
Is excited to learn how a creative studio operates
Has a ''no job is too small'' attitude
Is organized, dependable, and proactive
Enjoys solving problems and learning new skills
Works well both independently and collaboratively
Has excellent written and verbal communication skills
Can balance multiple projects and priorities
Is curious about emerging creative technologies, including AI
Is professional in person, over email, and during virtual meetings
Has reliable transportation to our Burbank studio

WHAT YOU'LL GAIN

Exposure to professional commercial production
Experience with animation, live-action, and post-production pipelines
Mentorship from experienced creatives
Real-world production experience
Portfolio-building opportunities
Networking with industry professionals
A deeper understanding of how a creative studio operates

INTERNSHIP DETAILS
Start Date: Spring 2027 (Estimated January 11th, 2027)
Schedule: Up to 24 hours per week
Location: In-office, Burbank, California
Compensation: Minimum California Wage