Film Marketing & Distribution Intern

Job Description

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.

Responsibilities

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.

Qualifications

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.

Learning Objectives

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.

Time Commitment

10–15 hours per week

Flexible scheduling around academic commitments

Duration: 12 weeks (Fall 2025, with possible extension into Spring 2026 production campaigns)

Compensation & Compliance

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.

Application Instructions

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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