Fall Paid Intern - Film & TV Submissions

This is a Part Time Paid Internship

(I) Film & TV Submissions Intern

Internship Purpose
The SXSW Film & TV Department is seeking an individual who is eager to learn more about the submission process at a Film and TV Festival. This internship will provide a broad, hands-on introduction to the fundamentals of internal operations, with a primary focus on Festival Submissions. It will require interfacing with those who submit to the SXSW Film & TV Festival, so excellent communication skills are necessary.

What you will learn:
• The ins and outs of internal operations at a major Film & TV Festival

• How to interact with SXSW Film & TV Festival applicants

• How to troubleshoot various filmmaker and submission-related issues

• How to use FileMaker Pro to become familiar with the submissions

• How to use organizational software like AirTable and ClickUp

Duties & Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Field broken link requests from our Screeners and contact Filmmakers/Main Contacts to update link info in the FileMaker database. Relaying updated information to our Screeners and following up with the Filmmakers/Main Contacts.

• Assist Film & TV Submissions & Programming Coordinator with tracking extension requests, sending coupons for extension submissions, and in external email correspondence.

• Assist Senior Film & TV Festival Programming Manager with updating the Filmmaker materials.

• Assist Film & TV Team with weekly screener assignments and communications.

• Provide the Film & TV Team with internal operations support.

Qualifications & Skills:
To be eligible for an SXSW internship, you must be enrolled in an accredited university or college and live in Texas.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Exceptional work ethic with the ability to both multitask and work independently

• They are eager to dive in and help when they can

• Be able to take the initiative when needed

• Have a good attitude, time management skills, and a sense of professionalism.

• Works well in a team setting

• Adapt while maintaining composure in a fast-paced environment

• Strong communication skills and proper phone and email etiquette

• Possessing a working knowledge of FileMaker Pro, Gmail, Google Calendar/Docs, and Mac computers is a plus

Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully:
• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer.

• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds occasionally, as needed.

• Manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, etc.

• May require occasional bending, reaching, kneeling, or climbing stairs.

• Ability to work in an outdoor environment, which may include exposure to varying temperatures or noise levels.

Work Location, Schedule & Pay
This position is located in Austin, Texas. Core business office hours are from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. A time commitment of 16 hours a week is required. This position may also receive preferential consideration for future SXSW hiring opportunities.