Short of the Week
Spread across multiple continents and time zones, the team at Short of the Week has always been central to what we do. Made up of individuals with a wide range of backgrounds and skill sets, we are united by a shared passion for short film and a commitment to championing emerging filmmakers from around the world.
If you share that enthusiasm and are interested in joining us as an intern, this is an opportunity to work alongside some of the leading programmers in online short film while gaining firsthand insight into curation, editorial planning, and social media/YouTube management.
Many of our previous interns have gone on to become long-term contributors and permanent members of the team.
We are currently looking for new interns to join us. If you are self-motivated, proactive, and excited by the idea of helping discover the next generation of filmmakers while expanding the reach of Short of the Week, we’d love to hear from you.
Areas of expertise we’re looking for:
- Film Screening
- Social Media
- YouTube
Skills & Qualities
- Self-motivated and proactive – you will largely manage your own schedule.
- Strong communication skills – we are a fully distributed team and rely on clear, timely communication.
Details
- Part-time commitment (approximately 10–15 hours per week)
- Volunteer position, with opportunities to become a regular contributor
- Minimum commitment of three months (flexible start and end dates)
- Fully remote – we welcome applicants from anywhere in the world
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted through the form below. Please include any examples of work that may be relevant to the role. Helpful materials might include:
- Links to articles you’ve written
- Film-related social media work
- Curated film lists or programming samples
Please do not send film scripts or links to films you have directed or shot.
Almost every paid contributor at Short of the Week began through this process, so if working with us has ever been an ambition of yours, this is the best place to start.