Intern - Distribution

This is a Part Time Unpaid Internship

Internship Start Date/Season: ASAP Fall 2023
Internship Duration: 12 weeks
Time/Days Required: 3-4 days/week
Workplace Requirements: Laptop, transportation (remote option available)

XYZ Films' domestic distribution department is seeking an energetic and motivated intern for 3 to 4 days per week, from 9:30am to 4:30pm. The internship is unpaid and no school credit is required.
Interns will be exposed to the world of domestic distribution. They will review screeners and write coverage, where they will learn to evaluate finished films from a creative and commercial perspective. They will also get an in-depth look at the work that goes into acquiring a film for U.S. distribution, provide creative feedback on marketing materials, and contribute to festival and production tracking.
XYZ Films is an integrated content company whose mission is to empower visionary storytellers from every corner of the planet. XYZ was founded in 2008 by Nate Bolotin, Nick Spicer, and Aram Tertzakian. XYZ has been behind films such as The Raid franchise, BAFTA winner Under the Shadow, and Sundance winner I Don't Feel at Home in this World Anymore.
SKILLS
• Basic Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, MS Word, Excel, etc.)
• Independent, self-starter, proactive and motivated to learn
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment and remain calm under pressure
• Passion for independent genre cinema

REQUIREMENTS
• Must be willing to commit a minimum of 12 weeks from the date of hiring
• Must be able to work in Los Angeles (pending office re-opening)
• Must have reliable transportation (pending office re-opening)
• Must have a laptop
• Must be passionate about Film, TV, and the entertainment industry as a whole

Throughout the internship, interns will have the opportunity to sit in on conference calls and meetings, and schedule Q&A sessions with all of the executives, allowing for a more in-depth learning experience.