Film Marketing & Distribution Intern

and the job listing Expires on March 15, 2026

INTERDEPENDENT Studios is a new kind of film studio built for the post-Paramount era — partnering directly with independent theaters, leveraging innovative distribution models, and integrating our proprietary ticketing/audience engagement platform,
Plots (backed by Andreessen Horowitz, built by Tinder’s founding CTO).

Our first two productions begin shooting January 18 in Upstate New York
, including The Carrier directed by Mark

A. Burley (Weeds, Orange Is the New Black, GLOW). Marketing efforts will focus on:

• Launching the studio brand
• Driving theatrical partnerships with exhibitors nationwide
• Running campaigns tied to immediate productions across our 10-film slate in New York and California

This internship offers a unique chance to contribute to the early marketing and theatrical strategy of a startup studio while learning how distribution, partnerships, and audience data work together in today’s industry.

As an intern, you will:

• Support exhibitor outreach campaigns and partnership pitches.
• Assist with marketing campaigns for The Carrier and other upcoming slate productions.
• Draft pitch materials, one-sheets, and social content for theatrical partners.
• Research independent theaters, regional chains, and campus cinemas, with priority focus on New York and California markets
  .
• Track exhibitor marketing compliance (trailers, signage, social posts).
• Contribute to audience engagement campaigns run through the Plots platform (check-ins, screenplay submissions, casting activations).
• Compile reports and dashboards summarizing exhibitor and campaign performance.

• Graduate student (preferred), or advanced undergraduate with strong relevant background (Film, Business, Marketing, Communications).
• Strong writing and communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to manage remote work independently.
• Organized and detail-oriented with ability to meet deadlines.
• Interest in film distribution, theatrical exhibition, and marketing.
• Familiarity with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides).
• Bonus: design skills (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) or CRM/database experience.

This internship is structured to provide:

• Educational experience:
  Hands‑on insight into theatrical distribution, exhibitor partnerships, and film marketing.
• Mentorship:
  Regular 1:1 check‑ins with INTERDEPENDENT’s marketing and partnerships team.
• Real‑world exposure:
  Opportunity to contribute directly to the marketing of The Carrier and campaigns for productions filming in New York and California.
• Portfolio development:
  Students will leave with tangible marketing assets and partnership reports.

• 10–15 hours per week
• Flexible scheduling around academic commitments
• Duration: 12 weeks (Fall 2025, with possible extension into Spring 2026 production campaigns)

• Paid at $18–$20/hour, or structured as a credit‑bearing internship if approved by your academic program.
• Fully compliant with California internship standards — no displacement of employees, training‑oriented, and with direct supervision/mentorship.

Please apply through Handshake with:

• Resume
• Short cover letter (or 200‑word statement) about your interest in film distribution and marketing.
• Availability (start date, weekly schedule).

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until October 31, 2025.

INTERDEPENDENT LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all interns and employees.