newportFILM Opportunities
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Event Technical Internship - Summer 2021
Job Title
Event Technical Internship – Summer 2021Hours & Commitment
- This internship will begin in May/June & end in August/September; intern would work in our Newport office or on-site at events 20-30 hours per week. Potential to work remotely on non-event days.
- Internship Stipend provided at completion of internship. You may get school credit if approved by your school.
Job Description
- newportFILM is seeking a Technical Intern to start late May/Early June of 2020. This position would report directly to the Technical Director and will assist in the office and at events with all technical aspects for all newportFILM events, event equipment management and maintenance, setting up and breaking down events, and other additional technical tasks needed to produce the events.
- Hours may be applied towards school credit if arranged with department in advance with approval or you can just soak in the amazing job experience you will gain!
*Please note that this internship does involve lifting and moving equipment
Qualifications & Requirements
The Ideal Candidate works well in a team setting, thrives in a fast-paced work environment, and has previous experience or a willingness to learn about:
- Special Event planning & coordination for various types of events;
- Managing and running various types of technical equipment (professional Audio & Video equipment, generators, professional lighting equipment…etc);
- Setting up technical equipment, event software & technology at events: including running and securing audio & video cables, setting up PA systems, HD Cameras, setting up interview and décor lighting, tripods, video processing programs and hardware (i.e. VLC player, Blu-Ray Players) and other event equipment;
- Maintaining and organizing storage unit and event equipment;
- Setting up sponsor booths and other promotional booths at events and farmers markets; and
- Assisting other newportFILM team members with any other office or event tasks (such as personnel management, setup or break down of equipment, assisting with hospitality and travel needs, flyering/street marketing, and purchasing items and equipment)
About newportFILM
newportFILM is a year-round, non-profit documentary film series in Newport, Rhode Island that inspires, educates, and entertains by presenting current and impactful documentaries that build community and propel change.
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Event Management Internship - Summer 2021
Internship Title
Event Management Internship – Summer 2021Hours & Commitment
- This internship will begin in May/June & end in August/September; intern would work in our Newport office or on-site at events 20-30 hours per week. Potential to work remotely on non-event days.
- Internship Stipend provided at completion of internship. You may get school credit if approved by your school.
Job Description
- newportFILM is seeking a Special Event Intern to start late May/Early June of 2020. This position would report directly to the Office & Events Coordinator and will assist in the office and at events with personnel and volunteer management, event equipment management and maintenance, event planning and coordination, setting up and breaking down events, and various other event and office tasks.
- Hours may be applied towards school credit if arranged with department in advance with approval or you can just soak in the amazing job experience you will gain!
*Please note that this internship does involve lifting and moving equipment
Qualifications & Requirements
- The Ideal Candidate works well in a team setting, thrives in a fast-paced work environment, and has previous experience or a willingness to learn about:
- Special Event planning & coordination for various types of events;
- Volunteer management and assisting with the management of Independent Contractors at Events;
- Maintaining and organizing storage unit and event equipment;
- Working with a team in a fast paced work environment;
- Assisting with various office tasks and Formatting event documents in Word, Excel, Google Drive (Sheets, Docs, Forms)
About newportFILM
newportFILM is a year-round, non-profit documentary film series in Newport, Rhode Island that inspires, educates, and entertains by presenting current and impactful documentaries that build community and propel change.
www.newportfilm.com
