Intern - Film Distribution

This is a Part Time Unpaid Internship

Internship Start Date/Season: Spring 2026
Internship Duration: Jan-May 2026
Time/Days Required: 2-3 days, 10a-6pm
Workplace Requirements: Hybrid

To apply: Please send your resume along with a brief cover letter explaining why you are interested in learning about film distribution.

You will NOT be considered as a candidate without a cover letter.

In this internship you will learn the ins and outs of independent film distribution; how completed films are acquired by a distributor and then marketed to audiences across a variety of media platforms.

The position is hybrid, with the option to intern in-person at Film Movement's office in Midtown Manhattan, or remotely. We are looking to fill this position immediately. The internship is for two to three days a week.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Grassroots marketing initiatives, writing copy, creating sales materials, sales research, drafting metadata for home video and VOD platforms, quality control screenings, and day-to-day operational assistance including help with home video and digital production.

Requirements:

• Undergraduate or Master's degree currently in progress
• A basic understanding of the film industry
• Microsoft office suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point); Adobe Design Suite a plus but not required
• Ability to work autonomously as part of a team
• Timeliness and good communication skills