Video Production Internship - BW Productions

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‍Department - Video Production

In the video production internship you will work closely with our video production staff to learn how to capture high-quality video and audio on set!

Job Description

As a Video Production Intern, you'll work closely with our camera, lighting, and sound departments to build your portfolio of professional experiences on set. You’ll also gain practical skills and knowledge to become a reliable and well-rounded production assistant. This internship can truly be shaped by your interests and goals. The more you engage and take initiative, the more you’re able to tailor the experience to what you hope to learn and accomplish. By the end of your internship, we hope you’ll have a clearer sense of which crew roles best align with your interests and strengths. 

‍What you’ll get:

• $10 an hour to learn and practice post-production skills.
• Opportunities to expand your creative skillset on and off-set.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

• Must be available on Tuesdays for Internship Huddles, equipment training, and weekly workshops
• At least 15 hours a week to dedicate to this position
• Have a reliable form of transportation to get to downtown SLC and set locations
• Laptop for office days

SKILLS ACQUIRED

• Camera Operation and Techniques 
  
  • You'll learn how to operate different types of cameras, from DSLRs to professional-grade cinema cameras, and understand various shooting techniques such as framing, composition, exposure, and camera movement.
• Lighting Setup and Design
  
  • Get hands-on experience building lighting scenes and setups in various settings, including studio lighting, outdoor shoots, and on-location. You'll learn how to use lighting to create mood, atmosphere, and visual impact.
• Importance of Gear Management and Upkeep
  
  • With a large gear inventory, we are always checking equipment to make sure we have all the necessary parts and cleaning up after shoots. You’ll walk away with an understanding of how important an organized gear inventory is.
• Collaboration and Project Management
  
  • Through collaboration with team members and clients, you'll develop essential communication and teamwork skills. Essential project management experience, including scheduling, budgeting, and meeting deadlines, will also be offered.
• Creative Problem Solving
  
  • In the fast-paced environment of video production, you'll encounter challenges that require creative solutions. Through real-world projects, you'll learn how to think on your feet and adapt to unexpected situations, honing your problem-solving skills.

WORKSHOP OPPORTUNITIES

Intern Workshops Within The Department

• Gain experience in various fields within media production, such as working with cameras, lighting, audio, post-production, etc. These workshops are headed by various professionals from our full-time staff. They are meant for you and your fellow interns to gain a basic understanding of on-set responsibilities, how to use our gear, and the different facets of media production at BW Productions. 

Community Workshops

• Every other Wednesday, we open up our studio to the public to host Community Workshops at Cutthroat Grip, Lighting, & Stage. We bring in an industry professional to teach their specialty within the film industry to the community for free. As an intern, you are given the opportunity to set up and record these workshops as well as learn from and meet the professionals we bring in.

NON-PROFIT NARRATIVE

The Non-Profit Narrative serves as the final project of the internship, in which we partner with a Non-Profit organization to create a video promoting their cause. While you will receive ongoing guidance and support from your mentors, this project is an excellent opportunity to apply the skills you've developed during your six months with BW Productions. The interns will take ownership of this project from its initial conceptualization to the final delivery. Ultimately, the completed video will serve as a significant addition to both the intern's personal portfolio and the BW Productions portfolio.

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If the Video Production Internship isn't right for you, check out our Producer Internship.