Internship

Arts First After-School Filmmaking Club Paid Internship

Location: Salishan Family Investment Center (FIC), 1724 E 44th St, Tacoma, WA 98404 and AF Studio, 8218 Pacific Ave #7, Tacoma, WA 98408

Application Deadline: Open (close Nov 10 or when position is filled)

Internship Type: Paid

Who: High School Students

Dates and Times:

  • Training: Saturdays, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM (Dec 5, 12, and 19)

  • Film Club: Fridays, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM (January 29 – May 28, 2027)

To Apply:

Email your resume to info@artsfirst.org.

Position Summary

The Student Interns will play a vital role in supporting Arts First Youth Film Club students as they delve into the captivating realm of visual storytelling. By actively engaging with participants, interns will contribute to forming production teams aimed at crafting compelling short films. Their invaluable assistance will help nurture students’ artistic talents and guide them throughout the filmmaking process, culminating in the creation of impressive final works.

Note: Interns must be able to attend all training sessions (Saturdays, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Dec 5, 12, and 19).

Position Tasks

  • Assist in the daily operations of the Arts First Youth Filmmaking Club.

  • Attend all required training sessions (Saturdays, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Dec 5, 12, and 19).

  • Organize and direct all aspects of filmmaking and social media video production.

  • Operate or coordinate the operation of lighting, audio, and camera equipment.

  • Manage post-production workflows for all video projects, including video/audio editing and color correction.

  • Assist the Lead Instructor with developing strategies to achieve Film Team production goals and objectives.

  • Facilitate and assist team members in identifying film production tasks.

  • Conduct weekly group meetings to record and update tasks, assignments, and group goals.

     

  • Maintain a record of team member contacts and learning goals.

     

  • Consistently maintain and communicate the importance of confidentiality among Arts First staff, volunteers, interns, students, and involved businesses or entrepreneurs.

     

Qualifications

  • Must be able to pass a background check.

  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

  • Must have completed one Arts First Filmmaking session (or equivalent), submitted a script/art portfolio, and/or have experience facilitating team operations.

About the Program

The Arts First Internship program focuses on supporting youth participation in community development work. Interns receive instruction on how to use the medium of film to generate solutions to common problems. Youth film teams are formed to research civic issues, storyboard, write scripts, schedule shots, and edit through participatory management procedures. Prior to YouTube submission or entry into a film competition, a public premiere is convened to inform the final edit.

As Interns support film team operations, they are also responsible for teaching how fine arts enhance quality film images. Moreover, Interns are charged with imparting respect for and knowledge of diverse cultures and associated methods of artistic expression.