Summer Intern - Post Production, Columbia Pictures

Job Description

SPE INTERN:
Our Emerging Talent Programs, which includes Interns, Trainees, and Finance Rotational Associates, offer unique opportunities for students, recent graduates, and emerging talent to work alongside the teams that come together to create movies, TV shows, and other great experiences. These seasonal, paid assignments provide meaningful and productive work that allows you to build on your experience and develop your skills further. You will be provided with challenging tasks, real-world experience, and many educational and social networking opportunities.

This Summer Internship is from May/June through August 30th (start and end dates are flexible based on school schedules) and all candidates must be able to work 40 hours a week, Monday through Friday in the specified location. This position is ideal for a student enrolled in an accredited college or university. A hybrid work structure may or may not be available.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:

The post-production team oversees and manages the post-process for all Columbia and TriStar feature films. From establishing the budgets that control production workflows for camera and sound on set, through the editing process, to its final delivery, the post team works very closely with the creative executives and filmmakers to ensure the look and sound of the film is at the highest quality. The post process includes picture editorial, sound, visual effects, and music. Additionally, our team is responsible for providing quality-controlled content and technical support for special events, previews, and premieres.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Attend weekly post production/production staff meeting to discuss the post status on all shows
• Help with the daily function of the office; answer phones, file, assist the coordinators, etc.
• Post Facilities Tour (Sound Mixing Stages, Foley stages, ADR Stages and Scoring Stage)
• Shadow Post Executives on their projects
• Attend Final DCP (Digital Cinema Package) screenings for quality check purposes.
• Attend voice-over (ADR) sessions with our loop group actors on various projects.
• Assist with organizing and scheduling voice-over sessions.
• Assist with the assembly and distribution of contracts for voice-over actors
• Learn how to create post production schedules
• Learn to write purchase orders
• Attend a Color Timing (DI) session at Deluxe
• Discuss screenings and the process of setting up DCP screenings
• Discuss PIX, VUE, screeners, and Aspera as it relates to viewing and sending post material.
• Review delivery schedules and requirements.
• Create a workflow chart that illustrates how the post process works.
• Learn the latest technology, cameras, lab process, and sound formats

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Highly organized, resourceful and dependable with excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure in a voluminous deadline-oriented department.
• Must be willing to take and follow directions
• Must be able to multi-task and prioritize to ensure that all assignments are completed in an accurate and timely manner
• Must be flexible – an ability to work well in an environment where needs and priorities are subject to much revision
• Common sense, dependability, discretion and attention to detail are required
• Bachelor's degree in progress and a preferred interest in Editing/Sound/Color/Post
• Computer and technology literate – familiarity with Mac/PC operating systems and hard drive formats, Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
• Passion and interest in a career in Production

The anticipated base salary for this position is $19/hour. This role may also qualify for comprehensive benefits. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position.

Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.

To request an accommodation for purposes of participating in the hiring process, you may contact us at SPE_Accommodation_Assistance@spe.sony.com.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d9yxb4-18-118-2-15-42 in your application.