Paid festival internship in a film distributor and producer in Berlin

Descripción del empleo

Based in Paris and Berlin, our collaborator stands at the forefront of auteur cinema as an international distributor and producer of bold, award-winning films. The company’s founder has collaborated with prominent and pioneering directors from the earliest stages of their careers. He has produced over forty films to date, the majority of which were selected for the main competitions at the Cannes, Venice, and Berlin film festivals. They received major prizes, including the Venice Golden Lion and two Palme d’Ors. 

Their international sales division distributes films with often daring content and a distinctive cinematic language.  

With an international and dynamic workplace, employees benefit from robust support, significant responsibility, cross-departmental involvement, and clear career progression, along with the opportunity to work closely on projects by some of the most exciting and accomplished directors. The company continues to grow while diversifying its operations to include on-site cinemas, gastronomy, imports of organic wines, production and distribution of visual art, and restorations of milestones in film history.

Tareas

They are looking for a globally minded and result-oriented colleague, with organisational skills and an avid interest in culture, to complete their team of thirty people working in a dynamic and international environment. You will assist the Sales team, Festival Manager and founder. Main tasks include:

• Conduct research on festivals.
• Submit films to festivals.
• Be involved in the festival strategy.
• Negotiate screenings fees.
• Schedule and prepare festival meetings during markets and festivals (Cannes, Berlinale, Venice).
• Provide Materials to festivals (all films) and occasionally to distributors (catalogue films).
• Help with talent coordination (promotional tours, press, juries).
• Assist with event organization (premieres, cocktails, dinners and parties).

Requisitos

• Native or fully fluent English speaker, with an excellent command of two other languages (French, Italian, German or Japanese would be an advantage).
• Detail-oriented and deadline-focused.
• Creative and able to think outside the box.
• Experienced in the cultural industries (a plus).
• Interested in the technical aspects of films.
• A previous experience in film restoration or material deliveries would be a plus.
• Attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
• Organized and capable to prioritize, multitasker.
• Precise, proficient with Excel and databases.
• Capable of interacting with professionals in different sectors: talents, festivals, right holders, film industry, public sector, finance.
• Computer savvy and proficient in cloud-based applications and virtual workspaces.
• Flexible and proactive.

Condiciones

• Monthly salary of 1200 euros (#before taxes).
• Work in an international and multilingual environment with a friendly and motivational atmosphere, alongside committed and team-oriented colleagues.
• Gain insight on the independent film industry while working on unique films.

 

Availability

• Start date: according to availability.
• Duration: 6 months, full time.

Location 

• Berlin.