Publicity Intern (Summer 2024)

NEON is an independent distribution company that is a champion of bold cinema, taking creative risks and pushing boundaries. Our passion lies in auteur-driven content and amplifying diverse voices. From Oscar-nominated documentaries to Palme d'Or winners at Cannes, NEON brings groundbreaking stories to the forefront.

Here's what makes the NEON Internship Program unique:

• Dive Deep: Get hands-on experience in various aspects of film distribution, from marketing and publicity to acquisitions and theatrical sales and distribution.
• Find Your Fit: We tailor your internship to your interests and skills, placing you on projects that excite you.
• Become Part of the Team: Our internship program is a collaborative experience. You get to work alongside industry veterans who are passionate about nurturing the next generation of filmmakers and industry leaders.

This collaborative program empowers you to showcase skills and build a solid foundation for your future.

As an intern with our Publicity team, you'll get the exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of supporting our global public relations efforts. Every day, you'll be working hand in hand with our talented team to create captivating press releases, handle social media accounts, organize interviews, and keep an eye on media coverage.

But that's not all! You'll also have the chance to be part of the action by attending industry events, screenings, and film festivals. Get ready for an unforgettable experience where you'll be able to showcase your skills and learn from the best in the field.

Responsibilities

• Breaks/Reviews/Reactions: Formatting and organizing press breaks and reviews for all of our titles. Research/sweep title-specific news coverage and online reactions, and format into all related docs (e.g. Reaction Memo, Press Breaks, Reviews) During festivals, breaks/reviews/reaction memo schedules pending festival screening schedules
• Assisting publicity team with administrative docs, including status reports, RSVP documents, screening requests, critic's grids, calendars, agendas and press request grids.
• Maintaining talent schedules for press days and upcoming events.
• Screening reports: Draft screening reports for specific titles and awards screenings.
• Creating and editing email blasts and social materials utilizing Photoshop and Premiere.
• Coordinating phone interviews for talent/filmmakers
• Assisting the Publicity team, will be especially helpful in handling special projects and administrative tasks.

Compensation

Please note the following exciting details about this fantastic internship opportunity:

• Our internships are not only paid but also offer a minimum duration of 12 weeks, providing you with ample time to gain valuable experience. You will have the flexibility to choose from several fixed start dates, either in May or June 2024, so you can easily fit it into your school calendar. Plus, we offer an incredibly competitive hourly rate of $16.04 per hour!

• Get ready for an immersive experience! This is a part-time, onsite role that will require your presence at our NEON office in Soho, New York. As we value your commitment to learning and growing, we prefer candidates who can be available 2-3 full days a week, working approximately 16-24 hours per week.

Requirements

To be eligible for this internship, you must be enrolled in an accredited college/university, taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (Spring/Fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR currently be participating in a NEON Internship.

What we’re looking for…

• Enthusiasm and a positive attitude
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Google Docs and Excel
• Highly collaborative mindset with strong interpersonal skills
• Culturally literate, engaged with a knack for research, and familiarity with social media platforms and creators
• Ability to quickly learn new concepts, solve problems, and implement solutions
• Attention to detail with strong organizational skills
• Excellent communication and analytical writing skills are essential
• We highly encourage candidates with prior internship or working experience in communications or public relations to apply

Apart from the above requirements, you must be proficient with Photoshop and Premiere. You should also have a working knowledge of both Google and Microsoft Office suites.

We are excited to hear from you.....

If you have a passion for film and a strong drive to learn and advance in the film industry, we would love for you to apply for our internship program. Please send us your resume and a cover letter that describes your interest in the NEON internship program. Kindly note: In your cover letter, please also include your available start date and specify your work availability (including dates and days of the week).

We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive work environment.

At NEON, we are looking for diverse perspectives. We believe a thriving film industry requires a variety of voices and perspectives. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage applications from all candidates without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, family or parental status, veteran, or disability status. If you're smart and good at what you do, come as you are!