SIFF is seeking interns for several departments including executive, marketing/communications, development/sponsorship, and operations. If you are interested in interning with SIFF, please send a letter of interest and description of qualifications to interns@siff.net.
CURRENT OPENINGS
Professional Interns: Marketing and Communications
SIFF is seeking Marketing and Communications interns from several disciplines including marketing, photography, publicity, graphic design, and editorial. Specific internships can be crafted depending on the interests, skills, and qualifications of the applicant. Internships will last one or two quarters (three-to-six months), and will be compensated with a cash stipend.
SIFF’s mission is to create experiences that bring people together to discover extraordinary films from around the world. It is through the art of cinema that we foster a community that is more informed, aware, and alive.
The SIFF Marketing and Communications office manages all of SIFF’s external communications efforts including marketing, advertising, publications and print collateral, photography and graphic design, website, promotions, community outreach, publicity and media relations, and public relations.
Marketing
The marketing intern is responsible for assisting the Marketing Coordinator in implementing SIFF’s overall marketing and communications plan—focusing specifically on promotions and community outreach—to build awareness about SIFF within the community, and to increase attendance and ticket sales. Specific responsibilities include:
• Assist in developing and implementing promotional opportunities to gain additional exposure through contests, creative promotions, and more
• Oversee distribution SIFF Cinema calendars, promotional materials, and other print collateral
• Target special-interest groups and ethnic communities, promoting specific films and programs of interest
• Assist in creating programs to reach new audiences
• Coordinate ticket giveaways to social service and community groups that encourage cultural participation while also driving ticket sales
• Manage viral platform including MySpace, Facebook, and blog
Publicity
The publicity intern assists the Publicist in working with the local and national media to implement a strong and favorable publicity campaign for SIFF and its films. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Organize ticket requests and event invitations for press
• Disseminate information to media
• Identify media opportunities for print, online, and broadcast (TV, radio)
• Arrange space for filmmaker interviews
• Track, compile, and record press and media
• Generate press notes and/or media kits for press screenings
• Manage press clippings
• Manage DVD screener library, including duplication, check-out, and tracking
Editorial
The editorial intern assists the Director of Marketing and Communications with writing, editing, and proofreading content for the SIFF website, newsletter, and other publications.
Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Assist in implementation of organization-wide style guide and standards
• Write, edit, and proofread content
• Meet tight deadlines on a regular basi
Graphic Design
The graphic design intern assists in the design of SIFF printed collateral, including flyers, advertisements, invitations, and promotional collateral.
Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Assist in conceptualizing printed materials including ads, flyers, invitations, and more
• Design and layout of printed materials
• Pre-flight and prepare files for press
• Work with outside print vendors to acquire bids, paper samples, and project spec
Photography
The photography intern assists in procuring and managing SIFF’s electronic image files, and shoots photographs at events. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Create online image review system for editorial approval
• Manage library (hard drive) of gathered images for press/publicity department
• Take photographs at SIFF events
• Manage organization and editing of event image
Qualifications
All potential candidates must demonstrate the ability to take initiative, show good judgment, and manage projects from beginning to end. They must be able to demonstrate (a) excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills; (b) exceptional ability to manage details, multitask in a fast-paced environment, and meet deadlines; and (c) work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
References should speak to the applicant’s sense of camaraderie, integrity, professionalism, responsibility, and flexibility.
Application Process
Applicants should respond by mail with a cover letter of interest and a resume addressed to Communications Intern, SIFF, 400 Ninth Avenue N, Seattle, WA 98109, or by email to siffjobs@siff.net. Be sure to include “Communications Intern” in the subject line of your email.
Internships will remain open until filled.
