Entertainment Development Intern — Series Pitch & Packaging (Hemmy Productions)

Entertainment Development Intern — Series Pitch & Packaging (Hemmy Productions)

Location:
Remote (Work-from-Home)

Employment Type:
Internship (Unpaid, for Academic Credit or CPT eligible)

Time Commitment:
Flexible, approx. 5  hours/week

About Hemmy Productions

Hemmy Productions is an independent film and media company developing the feature film For Love of the American Dream and its sister documentary-interview series Spotlight: Voices of the Dream.

The Spotlight series celebrates influential artists, musicians, and activists who use their voices to shape culture.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Development Intern to assist in packaging Spotlight: Voices of the Dream for studio presentation to Imagine Entertainment and other major production companies.

This internship offers a unique opportunity to learn firsthand how to prepare a professional pitch for a high-profile entertainment company — from creative concept through presentation materials.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the producer to refine the series concept and pitch deck.
• Help organize the creative treatment and packaging language for potential network submission.
• Research industry trends, similar formats, and studio submission protocols.
• Assist with layout, visual structure, and summary writing for the series pitch materials.
• Help manage digital materials for creative, legal, and investor readiness.

Learning Outcomes / Experience

Interns will gain real-world experience in:

• Series Development & Packaging: Understanding how ideas move from concept to studio-ready presentation.
• Creative Producing: Working directly with a producer on professional studio pitch materials.
• Industry Research: Learning how to position projects for major entertainment companies.
• Credit & Recognition:
  • Website credit under the Spotlight: Voices of the Dream team.
  • Professional LinkedIn/Resume credit (“Development Intern — Series Packaging”).
  • For students who contribute significantly to the pitch materials, optional acknowledgment as “Packaging Assistant” in studio submissions.
    (For example: “Series concept and packaging prepared by Hemmy Productions in collaboration with [Student’s Name].”)

Qualifications

• Film, Television, Media Studies, Communications, or Entertainment Business major (or related field).
• Strong writing, visual, or organizational skills.
• Interest in producing, development, or entertainment management.

Perks

• Flexible hours; remote work.
• One-on-one mentorship with Producer Tessa Kendall McKenzie.
• Exposure to the real Hollywood pitching process — with materials destined for Imagine Entertainment.
• Professional reference and career guidance at the end of the internship.

Application Instructions

Please submit:

• Resume
• Short statement (2–3 sentences) about your interest in producing, development, or storytelling.