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KLEINFELD BRIDAL CORP

Marketing Intern

Manhattan, NY

$16.50 - $22/hr

Identify on-site production needs requested by talent, influencer partners and communicate film and ... Passion for social media and brand content necessary with direct or related experience a plus

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As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for film director intern in the United States is $25.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $32.45 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Film Director Intern job?

A Film Director Intern assists the director and production team in various stages of filmmaking, including pre-production, on-set coordination, and post-production. Responsibilities may include script analysis, organizing schedules, managing equipment, and shadowing the director to gain hands-on experience. This role helps interns develop a deeper understanding of directing, storytelling, and the overall filmmaking process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Film Director Intern position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Film Director Intern, you need a foundational knowledge of film production, visual storytelling, and strong organizational abilities, often supported by coursework or hands-on experience in film or media studies. Familiarity with camera equipment, video editing software (such as Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro), and basic set operations is typically expected. Creativity, effective communication, and the ability to collaborate as part of a diverse crew are crucial soft skills for this position. These competencies enable you to support the director, contribute to the creative process, and adapt in the fast-paced environment of film production.

What does a typical day look like for a Film Director Intern?

As a Film Director Intern, your daily responsibilities may include assisting with pre-production planning, supporting on-set logistics, taking notes during shoots, and helping to coordinate communication between the director and various crew members. You might also be tasked with organizing scripts, storyboards, and shot lists, or helping manage production schedules. Interns often have the chance to observe creative decision-making, participate in team meetings, and offer input during brainstorming sessions. The role provides hands-on learning in a collaborative environment, giving you valuable insight into the filmmaking process and opportunities to build relationships with experienced professionals.

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Intern, Film Development- Fall 2026

Intern, Film Development- Fall 2026

Legendary Entertainment

Burbank, CA • On-site

$16.90 - $18.90/hr

Part-time, Internship

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Description:

Position Title: Intern, Film Development - Fall 2026

Location: Burbank, CA

Reporting to: Executive Director, Development

Application Window: July 6, 2026 - July 17, 2026

Program Dates: September 14, 2026 - November 20, 2026

Hourly Pay Range: $16.90 - $18.90


Legendary Entertainment is a leading media company with film (Legendary Pictures), television and digital (Legendary Television and Digital Media) and comics (Legendary Comics) divisions dedicated to owning, producing, and delivering content to worldwide audiences. Legendary has built a library of marquee media properties and has established itself as a trusted brand that consistently delivers high-quality, commercial entertainment including some of the world's most popular intellectual property. In aggregate, Legendary Pictures-associated productions have realized grosses of more than $20 billion worldwide at the box office. To learn more visit: www.legendary.com.


Our part-time, paid internship program provides hands-on experience in a dynamic, innovative environment within the entertainment industry. Interns can work up to 29 hours per week with a flexible schedule to accommodate academic commitments. Participants will engage in real projects, gaining practical industry insights while developing professional skills through workshops and career-building sessions. The program also features guest speaker events with industry experts, networking opportunities with professionals and fellow interns, and exclusive perks such as company outings, team-building activities, and access to film and media screenings.


Summary

Legendary Entertainment is looking for highly motivated film development interns for the Internship Program. In addition to light general office duties, interns read and evaluate scripts, and write coverage. This is a great opportunity to learn the ins and outs of film development and production. Candidates must be hardworking self-starters, who are intelligent, personable, and creative with a base knowledge of and passion for film, diverse storytelling, culturally relevant content, talent and the entertainment industry. In addition, the intern will work closely with the executives and members of the team.


Responsibilities

  • Heavy script and book reading.
  • Complete coverage on incoming projects, summarizing the story and commenting on if it’s a project worth pursuing.
  • Aid in the curating and updating master writer, actor and director lists for internal use as well as assisting with compiling and providing input on various internal creative grids and lists (ex: books, comics, video games, recent and classic films and TV shows, pop culture, culturally relevant content, etc.).
  • Assist with research projects into properties that are being pursued for possible feature adaptations.
Requirements:
  • Must be enrolled in a college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (Fall/Spring) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within the past six (6) months
  • A GPA of 3.5 or above is highly preferred
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Must possess unrestricted work authorization
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

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Legendary Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. Legendary Entertainment does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, martial status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.