Fall Film festival interns needed apply ASAP

Type of Opportunity: Internship
Date Posted: September 3, 2026
Deadline: Open until filled
Current Opportunity: Yes

The Sonoma International Film Festival is actively recruiting for Fall Marketing and Programming Interns.

Please send an email of interest and resume ASAP as the deadline to turn in an internship contract to Hillary Homzie (homzie@sonoma.edu) is September 8 if you would like units for the experience.

Marketing:

We are looking for 2-3 students interested in earning some units and helping us with Social Media for the upcoming film festival. They are also willing to post now for our upcoming events and pass sales before the festival.

Here are the details:

We want to build a team of 2-3 Superstar Social Media Interns to assist our growing Film Festival by showing the world why we are a Top 10 destination festival. They should be available to assist in our offices adjacent to Sonoma Plaza for a half-day/week to establish our social media strategy, monthly engagement calendar, and brand personality. During monthly screenings and festival dates, they will be in the spotlight as representatives of the best of SIFF experience by creating and posting fun and engaging photo/video content. Some previous marketing experience with Facebook, Twitter(X), Instagram, and TikTok is desired but not required.

Here is a general job description for the role of social media intern:

Support the digital media staff in developing and implementing outreach and promotional campaigns to boost brand engagement and increase revenue.
• Assist with the design and execution of social media campaigns
• Create weekly and monthly editorial calendars to promote company brands on various social media websites
• Create and distribute content such as blogs, infographics, videos, and press releases on social media and traditional news outlets
• Track social media engagement to identify high-performing ideas and campaigns for scalability
• Support marketing team at live and online events
• Perform social media marketing research
• Assist with influencer campaign strategy
• Respond to comments and DMs on social media platforms
• Brainstorm and research ideas for original content
• Create compelling graphics to share across social channels
• Write social media captions that speak to the company’s target audience
• Help create and edit short-form videos
• Develop new strategies for increasing engagement
• Assist with photo/video content shoots
• Ensure the brand message is consistent

Send an email of interest to carl@sonomafilmfest.org and cc arthur@sonomafilmfestorg (with a resume or link to your LinkedIn if you have one).”

Programming:

"We are seeking a Fall Programming Intern to assist our Artistic Director, Carl, with the selection and curation of films for our upcoming festival season. This role offers hands-on experience in the programming process and a unique behind-the-scenes look at how a major international film festival comes together.

Responsibilities Include:

Reviewing and evaluating film submissions
Writing clear, concise, and insightful coverage (film summaries and critical assessments)
Supporting data entry and organizational tasks in programming databases
Researching filmmakers, themes, and film history relevant to submissions
Attending internal programming discussions and screenings
Assisting with program curation, category development, and festival prep
Helping draft content for program guides and internal communications

Desired Qualifications:

Strong writing and critical thinking skills—coverage writing is essential
Passion for film, particularly independent and international cinema
High attention to detail and ability to manage tasks independently
Comfort with spreadsheets, Google Workspace, and platforms like FilmFreeway
A collaborative, dependable, and professional attitude

Timeline & Hours:

Start Date: Fall 2026 semester (August/September)
Duration: Through end of semester or as agreed
Hours: 8–12 hours/week, flexible to accommodate academic schedules
Hybrid or remote work arrangements possible

To Apply:
Email your résumé, a brief statement of interest, and a writing sample of film coverage (if available) to carl@sonomafilmfest.org