Working in the Programming Department to ensure the best filmmakers experience at the Festival. This is a fast paced Department that is willing to step in and help in any capacity.

Responsibilities:

• The Filmmaker Liaison is the primary conduit between the Festival and the filmmakers prior and during to the festival
• Assist in reaching out to production companies and studios to help curate the Festival film selections. 
• The Filmmaker Liaison will ensure that the filmmaker’s needs are met and that all terms agreed to are delivered in a timely manner
• Working with filmmakers that all their promotional materials are distributed fairly in the theater lobby 
• Meeting the filmmakers at the Festival and coordinating their Q&A’s in auditoriums to ensure a good experience for the audience.
  

Ideal Majors: Business, Communications, Film

The San Diego International Film Festival is seeking an enthusiastic and organized Marketing & Graphics Assistant Intern to support the Director of Marketing and creative team. This is a primarily remote internship, with occasional in-person support during Festival events and activations throughout the year.

The intern will assist with marketing execution, content creation, social media, email campaigns, and graphic support, while helping bring sponsor and community partner initiatives to life. This role is ideal for someone interested in both marketing and visual storytelling who wants hands-on experience in a creative, fast-paced arts organization.

Responsibilities:

• Support marketing planning and execution
• Assist with content creation for digital and print
• Help manage social media and email campaigns
• Assist with basic graphic design tasks and/or advnaced based on experience
• Support sponsors and community partners
• Provide in-person support at all Festival events and screenings

Qualifications:

• Reliable, organized, and detail-oriented
• Strong communication skills
• Self-motivated and comfortable working remotely
• Interest in marketing, film, or creative industries
• Experience or interest in graphic design is a strong plus (Adobe, Canva, or similar)

Ideal Majors:

Marketing, Communications, Advertising, Business, Graphic Design, Fine Arts, PR, or related fields

The San Diego International Film Festival is seeking a talented and creative Videographer & Editor Intern to capture the energy and excitement of our events. This position works within the Marketing Department and is solely focused on filming live event coverage, conducting interviews, and capturing behind-the-scenes content. It does not involve shooting narrative or scripted films. This role is ideal for someone passionate about film, storytelling, and digital content creation, with an interest in working on real-time, live events. The intern will be responsible for filming key moments during the festival, conducting on-site interviews, and editing compelling sizzle reels and B-roll footage that showcase the festival experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Capture high-quality video footage of festival events, parties, red carpets, panels, and attendee interactions.
• Film behind-the-scenes moments and interviews with filmmakers, talent, and guests.
• Edit engaging sizzle reels and B-roll content for social media, promotional materials, and archival use.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure video content aligns with the festival’s brand and messaging.
• Organize and manage video files for efficient post-production workflow.

Qualifications:

• Experience with video production, camera operation, and lighting techniques.
• Proficiency in video editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or similar).
• Strong storytelling skills and a keen eye for capturing compelling footage.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, live-event environment.
• Friendly and outgoing personality, comfortable engaging with attendees, filmmakers, and staff to capture dynamic content.
• Experience creating video content for marketing campaigns, clubs, organizations, or coursework is a plus—especially for projects that showcase event coverage, storytelling, or promotional materials.
• A passion for film, events, and digital media.
• Must have access to camera, video equipment, and editing software.

What You’ll Gain:

• This internship provides a unique opportunity to build a strong portfolio while being part of a world-class film festival.

Ideal Majors: Film Production, Cinematography, Digital Media, Broadcast Journalism, Multimedia Arts, Graphic Design (with a focus on motion graphics/video editing), Communications (with a focus on media production), Marketing (with an emphasis on digital content creation), Visual Arts, Journalism (with a focus on video storytelling)

This person needs to be organized, detailed oriented, good communication skills, able to use Word, Google Drive, Powerpoint, etc.

Responsibilities:

• Answers or redirects phone calls and messages
• Answers or redirects general email inquiries
• Provides general office support
• Supports year-round Festival events
• Coordinate meetings and/or conference calls
• Manage schedules

Ideal Majors: Business or Communications