Internship Application

DHD Films is looking for talented, creative individuals to join our award-winning video production team as interns. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in the production industry and will seek to learn more about the industry, as well as gain experience in communications, marketing, pre-production, production and post-production. The internship program will run for ten consecutive weeks, with one week off for vacation.

DHD Films offers an exciting Internship Program providing current students and recent graduates from diverse backgrounds the opportunity to gain hands-on experience working in the production industry. Each intern will have the opportunity to learn from industry leaders and to apply their educational and technical knowledge to real client projects.

If you are ready to seize this opportunity and are driven to succeed, then join us. This industry moves fast, and we are ready to welcome self-motivated, highly creative individuals to the team.


It’s time to move your story forward with DHD Films!

Location

2500 FARRINGTON STREET, SUITE 120 | DALLAS, TEXAS 75207
The internship will take place at the DHD Films Studio. Interns may be required to complete work at various off-site locations to be determined at the discretion of the internship manager.

Compensation
Interns will receive a $750 stipend upon the successful completion of the Internship Program. School credit will be available upon request in lieu of the stipend. Interns will have the opportunity to receive performance-based bonuses at the conclusion of the internship.

Eligibility
Hiring decisions are based upon an applicant’s completed application, past work/internship experience, major field of study, references and any life or extracurricular activities. Ideal candidates will be well-rounded, hardworking, self-motivated, enthusiastic and will bring a unique perspective to the table.

Applicants must satisfy the following criteria to be eligible for the DHD Films internship:

  • Proper work authorization to be employed within the United States
  • Undergraduate (Junior or higher) and Graduate (MBA, MFA, JD, etc.) students currently enrolled and in good standing at an accredited educational institution
  • Graduate students must have completed their first year before the start of the Internship Program
  • Recent graduates one year or less removed are eligible to apply
  • Must be able to work 20 hours per week
  • Must be Mac/PC proficient
  • Must have previous work experience in an office environment (media industry is a plus)
  • Have a strong interest and passion for the film industry
  • Must be highly creative, detail-oriented, self-motivated, a fast learner, an analytical thinker and a collaborative team player
  • Solid interpersonal skills to work as part of a project team and foster collaboration

While each Intern is required to meet the above criteria, certain internship positions may have additional qualifications to be fulfilled as defined by the internship department managers. Please read the internship descriptions carefully to determine what is required for the internship for which you are applying. Ultimately, the successful candidate will share DHD Films’ commitment to providing exceptional, high-quality visual communications that drive each client’s story forward. You’ll be given a high level of responsibility, so it is imperative that the candidate be professional, organized, and creative.

 

Sales and Marketing Internship

The Sales and Marketing Intern will be responsible for working alongside DHD Films’ in-house business development and marketing team. You will assist in sales and marketing projects as needed; including, but not limited to: creating reports, generating leads, written and visual collateral creation, and management of different social channels. You must understand complex analytics in an effort to gain insight into the business, while translating that data into relevant information and possible sales opportunities for internal decision makers. Ultimately, you will be adept at combining your creativity with tangible data to produce sales and marketing initiatives.

 Desired Qualifications:

  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills with a high attention to detail
  • Expertise and specialized skills in business intelligence and data analytics
  • Strong planning and organizational skills with sound analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Facility to take, internalize and implement constructive feedback
  • Experience in Google AdWords (PPC) and Google Analytics
  • Working knowledge of social media trends and applications including Facebook, Google+, LinkedIn, Twitter and YouTube
  • Basic knowledge of a sales process

 

Pre-Production Internship

The pre-production intern will be responsible for working alongside DHD Films’ in-house pre-production team. You will assist in various efforts as needed, including, but not limited to: concept development, script writing, directing, scheduling, logistics and more. You must possess excellent communication skills and a strong desire to lead and inspire a creative team.

 

Desired Qualifications:

  • Ability to translate high-level concepts into tangible results
  • Ability to prioritize and address multiple, concurrent projects, with varying production timelines
  • Ability to create under pressure and with tight deadlines
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to provide, take, internalize and implement constructive feedback
  • Strong planning and organizational skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills with high attention to detail

 

Production Internship

The production intern will be responsible for working alongside DHD Films’ in-house production team in various stages of assigned projects. You will assist in projects as needed, including, but not limited to: operating, maintaining, organizing camera, media, lighting and audio equipment, as well as creating shot lists with the potential for script writing and directing. You should possess a passion for cinematography or directing.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience with cameras, lighting, sound, production equipment (Knowledge of Canon C Series and Panasonic GH4 a plus)
  • Good understanding of camera operations
  • Ability to create under pressure and with tight deadlines
  • Ability to provide, take, internalize and implement constructive feedback
  • Creative vision with the ability to execute
  • High attention to detail

 

Post-Production Internship

The post-production intern will be responsible for working alongside DHD Films’ in-house editing and motion graphics team. You will assist in projects as needed, including, but not limited to: media ingestion and digital assets management, condensed edits for social media, two mock edits for skillset assessment and educational growth. You should possess a passion for storytelling and visual design.

 

Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience with Adobe CC Suite. (Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop...)
  • Basic knowledge of color correction and grading
  • Basic knowledge of Graphic Design and Animation
  • Ability to create under pressure and with tight deadlines
  • Ability to provide, take, internalize and implement constructive feedback
  • Creative vision with the ability to execute while collaborating with others
  • High attention to detail and organizational abilities

 

Requirements for Consideration:

  • Completed internship application
  • Cover letter
  • Resume
  • College transcript (official or unofficial)
  • Pre-hire Surveys
  • Additional materials such as portfolios, writing samples, demo reels will be accepted

 

Interested applicants should submit their resume, cover letter, completed internship application and additional materials to the upload section below.

 

All submitted materials to DHD Films;

  • Will not be returned
  • Will be considered confidential and only reviewed by the DHD Films Intern Selection Committee.

Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered for the internship program. In-person, phone, or Skype interviews will be determined by the internship managers.

Please email sean@dhdfilms.com with all questions and inquiries. Please reference the name of the internship position and session for which you are applying for in the subject line of all correspondence. (ex: Pre-Production Internship - Fall 2017)