Position: DVD Distribution Intern
Hours: 15 hours per week
COMPENSATION: This is a part-time, non-paid position of negotiable length

Job Description:

There is the opportunity for this internship to develop into a paid position within the company.
FOUNDED IN 1996, our company is a leading international rights manager, exhibitor, and specialty markets distributor of the “moving image arts.” We specialize in the acquisition, exhibition, and distribution of independently produced works of an artistic and socially-relevant nature. We offer a unique and diverse catalogue of international DVD titles are distributed worldwide. New delivery platforms such as mobile TV, video on demand, podcasting, and mobile telephony are also used to reach new audiences and new venues.
INTERNSHIP DESCRIPTION: We seek a qualified and passionate intern to assist in all aspects of independent DVD distribution, sales, and marketing. The intern will gain experience in targeted product marketing, internet research and web promotions in addition to independent DVD production and distribution.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:
• Update and maintain online database of filmmakers, films, venues and other related information.
• Assist in the creation of an online marketing plan relevant to the company as well as specific DVD products released into the marketplace.
• General clerical duties.
• Shipping and Receiving. Some lifting required.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Interest in the business side of film and video a must!
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail; highly-organized and self-motivated
• Ability to work independently and multi-task
• Working knowledge of PC-based programs and comprehension of video blogging and social networking websites