Video Internship

Video Internship

The Video Intern will work as a member of the Marketing team and assist with video production and content creation during the Chicago International Film Festival.

Responsibilities include:

• Filming and editing video for social media and other uses
• Capturing red carpet, Q&A, and general Festival footage
• Assisting with recap and highlight reels from screenings and special events
• Delivering quick turnaround videos for TikTok/Instagram Reels
• Organizing and archiving raw and edited footage
• Pulling clips and soundbites from filmmaker interviews
• Assisting other videographers & the Marketing team as needed

Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with video editing (e.g. Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or similar)
• Experience with media management and file organization
• Strong storytelling and news instincts, plus an eye for compelling footage
• Comfortable filming on-site at live events, including with quick turnarounds
• Able to thrive under pressure and manage multiple projects at once
• Organized, responsible, and detail-oriented
• Familiarity with Google Drive, TikTok, and Instagram
• *Preferred: have your own professional-grade camera, experience with motion graphics*

Time commitment: Flexible hours/schedule; generally 5-15 hours/week through September, then more in October & during the Festival. Availability to shoot and edit during evenings and on weekends during the Festival (October 14–25, 2026) is required.

Start Date: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, starting August 17. This internship will likely run through October.

This position has been filled.