Film Job Opportunities

The Utah Rivers Council seeks an Environmental Video Editor to help us produce short video projects for our work to educate and engage people in conserving water and protecting rivers and the Great Salt Lake. We are looking for a good storyteller who is knowledgeable in Adobe Premiere Pro and seeks to learn about environmental advocacy and storytelling.

The ideal candidate is a free thinker and film lover with an independent mind for crafty storytelling.

Responsibilities include:

• Compile and organize video footage into a strong narrative
• Assisting in script writing and other development efforts
• Produce simple animations depending upon experience

Skills Needed:

• Excellent organization skills
• Comfort with multi-tasking Interest in water issues in Utah
• Knowledge of video editing software
• Knowledge of shot composition
• Knowledge of animation programs like Apple Motion, After Effects, etc

Hours Available: 10-30 hours a week are available at an hourly wage based on experience and budget limitations. Scheduling of hours will be during regular business hours, but we are flexible according to applicant’s availability and workload.

Organizational Background: The Utah Rivers Council works to protect Utah’s rivers and create a sustainable water future for all the state’s residents and wildlife. For 31 years the URC has been working to educate and engage people to sustain Utah’s waters through advocacy, direct action, research, lobbying and litigation.

The Motion Picture Association of Utah is a nonprofit organization that fights for the film industry through lobbying efforts that raise awareness to promote and expand film incentive programs. We rely on a strong membership base, strategic events, and ongoing outreach to keep our work impactful and sustainable.

We need an organized, creative, community-minded human who can keep members engaged, events buzzing, and communications polished for this part-time role.

The Administrative Assistant will play a vital role in managing communications, supporting membership engagement, and ensuring smooth operations. This position is ideal for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about supporting the arts and film industry through nonprofit work.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Membership & Communication

• Draft, schedule, and send email communications to members.
• Create, design, and distribute a monthly newsletter (Canva skills helpful).
• Reach out to vendors and members for renewals and retention.
• Maintain and update membership contact lists in Mailchimp.

Event Support & Marketing

• Assist with planning and execution of member and fundraising events.
• Create and distribute event marketing materials across email, website, and social platforms.
• Coordinate logistics with venues, vendors, and volunteers.

Website & Database Management

• Maintain and update the Flipcause website with current information, events, and resources.
• Track membership activity, event attendance, and donations.
• Provide accurate reporting of membership status and engagement.

General Administrative Support

• Respond to general inquiries via email or phone.
• Support the Executive Director/Board with scheduling and administrative tasks as needed.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure smooth daily operations.

Qualifications include:

• Previous administrative, communications, or nonprofit experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Mailchimp, website platforms (Flipcause or similar), and basic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Express, or equivalent).
• Comfortable managing membership databases and email campaigns.
• Event planning and coordination experience a plus.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated.
• Passion for the arts, film industry, and advocacy work is a bonus.

This position has an hourly rate of $25/hr and is flexible/part-time (approx. 4 hours per week).

InTension Industries, a local film production studio, is currently looking for a Development and Production Intern in January to help with the development of upcoming projects and production work on a production beginning in mid-January.

Student must be in-person for at least 16 hours a week (optimally on the same 2 days each week)

Responsibilities:

• Man the front desk, greet visitors
• Creative and business research
• Assist executives with administrative tasks
• Provide general office support
• Perform coverage on scripts
• Pick up lunch and snacks as needed
• Set P.A. responsibilities as needed
• Send and receive packages/mail