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Have a Job to Post?Utah Film Center is offering a unique opportunity for aspiring filmmakers, or just simply film lovers, to assist teams whose films are in the Sundance Film Festival.
Responsibilities may include (but are not limited to):
Production Assistants are required to have a car that handles well in the snow (UDOT Snow Tire Sticker Required), and must be prepared to work extended hours. Local knowledge of Park City and how to navigate backroads is a must and housing in the Park City area is strongly preferred. Ideal candidates possess the ability to creatively problem solve, adapt well in stressful situations, are honest, can work independently and with a group, and have a strong work ethic and positive attitude.
The film teams will pay each PA:
Don’t miss out on a chance to work closely with a professional filmmaking team during a world-renowned film festival! APPLICATION DEADLINE IS 5:00PM FRIDAY, JANUARY 3.
The Festival Production Assistant is charged with assisting all departments with set-ups and strikes, deliveries, builds, fixes, repairs, and general hands-on support that is needed.
Working closely under the direction of the Festival Manager, Production Services and the Production Leads, the Festival Production Assistant supports Sundance Institute’s commitment to fulfilling the vision of a successful and positive in-person Festival experience for all artists and patrons.
This temporary position works full time and onsite in Park City, UT from Wednesday, January 8, 2025 through Friday, February 7, 2025 and will be required to work extended hours, including some evenings, weekends, and holidays to meet key deadlines and respond to on-call needs as assigned. A total of six (6) roles are available.
Top priorities include but are not limited to:
In addition to an hourly pay of $17.28, this position is eligible for benefits & perks.
Festival Agent, Box Office Ticketing and Support is a temporary position that works full-time from Monday, January 20, 2025 through Sunday, February 2, 2025 and will be required to work extended hours, including some evenings, weekends, and holidays to meet key deadlines and respond to on-call needs as assigned.
This position is based out of Park City, Utah in order to work fully onsite. Multiple roles are available, and positions may be based in Park City or Salt Lake City during the Festival.
Top priorities include but are not limited to:
The candidate must have the following direct or transferable skill sets:
In addition to an hourly pay of $17.28, this position is eligible for benefits & perks.
Sundance Institute is dedicated to the discovery and development of independent artists and audiences.
At our core, we believe that individuals can spark new ideas that entertain, push creative boundaries, and ignite empathy and understanding that can ultimately lead to social change. We not only look for these attributes in the artists we support, but the extraordinary talent that we hire to bring our mission to life. With that, we encourage individuals from diverse and historically underrepresented communities, as well as those with unique and transferable skill-sets from various industries, to apply to join the Sundance community.
We’re building a talent community full of inspired individuals who want to be a part of the action through our Year-Round Institute roles, Seasonal Program positions, internship experiences, and volunteer opportunities.
If you’re looking for a place where creativity, passion, and collaboration come together in support of a unifying purpose, Sundance Institute is where you belong. If you have the qualifications and feel that Sundance is a place that you would enjoy and excel in, then apply to any of our current openings.
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Vanishing Angle is seeking responsible, motivated, currently enrolled students who have a strong interest in the office and production side of filmmaking.
Because we are working on multiple film projects concurrently, Vanishing Angle interns will have opportunities to gain experience in different stages of filmmaking.
Location:
This internship may be a combination of on-site and remote. Ideally, students can work on set 1-2 days per week for 4-5 hours at a time, but remote work is also possible for the right candidates.
Training & Participation may include:
Producer assistance (research for projects, budgeting, scheduling, etc.)
On-set experience (this is dependent on what projects are being shot during the internship)
Preparing deliverables for distributors and partners
Marketing
Other benefits:
Mentorship – Each intern will have the opportunity to meet with a member of VA’s leadership team for 30 minutes, weekly, schedules permitting. Meetings may entail career advice, goal setting and accountability, and career strategies for transitioning from school into the industry.
Industry Q&A’s – Interns will benefit from “ask-me-anything” sessions with members of VA’s extensive industry network. These are Q&A’s with one or several professionals actively engaged in the film industry.
Fun Lab – Interns are required to participate in a weekly writer’s group called Fun Lab to discuss new work and offer creative feedback. Interns are welcome to share their own scripts or rough cuts for community feedback as well.
Requirements & Expectations
Please note the following terms:
This is an unpaid internship.
Intern must make arrangements with an accredited school to receive course credit.
Interns are expected to commit 10-15 hours per week to projects and enrichment activities.
The term engagement is around 18 weeks, however the internship term is flexible and will conform to/accommodate the intern’s academic calendar and school commitments.
Opportunities to work on set and attend screening events are not guaranteed.
Interns are not guaranteed a job at the end of the internship.
Questions? Contact Natalie Metzger: natalie@vanishingangle.com