Dance Media Summer 2024 Internship 

Job Title: Video Intern
Company: Dance Media
Location: Remote
Duration: May–August
Hours: Minimum of 12–15 hours per week

About Us: Dance Media is the global leader in producing dance content of the highest quality that educates both dancers and nondancers, gives audiences exclusive insider access to the art form, and begins and deepens important conversations.

Position Overview: We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Video Intern to join our team and assist with sorting through archival video footage. The Video Intern will play a crucial role in organizing and categorizing our extensive video library, which contains footage of dance performances, interviews, behind-the-scenes content, and more. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in archival management and an immersion in the vibrant world of dance.

Responsibilities:

Sort through archival video footage, categorizing and organizing it based on specified criteria.

Create detailed metadata and tags for videos to ensure easy retrieval and accessibility.

Assist in digitizing and transferring analog video materials to digital formats for preservation purposes.

Collaborate with the editorial and digital teams to identify valuable video content for potential publication or promotion.

Conduct research to verify the accuracy and context of video content, includingidentifying dancers, choreographers, and performances.

Assist in the creation of highlight reels, montages, and promotional videos using archival footage as needed.

Support other video-related tasks and projects as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications:

Currently enrolled in or recent graduate of a relevant degree program (e.g., Film Studies, Media Production, Library Science, Dance Studies, etc.).

Strong interest in dance and familiarity with different dance styles, genres, and artists.

Basic knowledge of video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, etc.) preferred.

Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to accurately catalog and annotate large volumes of video content.

Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

Proficiency in conducting online research and verifying information.

Prior experience with archival management or video production is a plus, but not required.

Benefits:

Hands-on experience in archival management and video production within a renowned dance magazine.

Opportunity to work closely with industry professionals and gain insights into the dance community.

Exposure to a wide range of dance-related content and resources.

Potential for mentorship and professional development opportunities.

Flexible schedule and potential for remote work arrangements.

Potential for academic credit (if applicable) and networking opportunities within the field of dance and media production.

Application Instructions: To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter, and any relevant work samples or portfolio links demonstrating your interest in dance and proficiency in video-related tasks. Please specify your availability (start date, end date, hours per week) and any relevant academic requirements or preferences for the internship. Applications should be emailed to Suzanne Crow (scrow@dancemedia.com) with the subject line Video Intern Application. We thank all applicants for their interest in joining Dance Magazine and will contact those selected for further consideration.