Shorts Production Intern

• Traveling independently to locations throughout the greater Los Angeles area to film short-form social content
• Working as a one-person field production team , responsible for basic camera, audio, and production needs
• Approaching and interviewing strangers in public locations and making people feel comfortable on camera
• Producing formats that invite strangers to share heartfelt messages, tell personal stories, participate in social experiments, give compliments, or take part in acts of kindness and surprises
• Asking thoughtful follow-up questions that help uncover the deeper story behind someone's experience
• Working sensitively with participants discussing loss, illness, hardship, family struggles, and other deeply personal subjects
• Identifying compelling people and stories in real time and knowing when an unexpected interaction is worth exploring further
• Capturing clean, usable vertical footage and audio while simultaneously thinking about the story the footage will ultimately tell
• Obtaining appropriate participant releases and keeping footage, releases, and production materials organized
• Communicating regularly with producers and the Shorts team about progress, standout stories, production needs, and challenges from the field
• Representing Dhar Mann Studios professionally and compassionately while interacting with members of the public

• Experience with video production, journalism, documentary filmmaking, social media content, interviewing, or a related field preferred
• Basic proficiency operating a camera and recording clean audio independently
• A genuine interest in people and their stories
• Strong interpersonal skills and the confidence to approach and start conversations with complete strangers
• Emotional intelligence and sensitivity when working with people experiencing grief, illness, financial hardship, or other difficult circumstances
• Strong interviewing instincts and the ability to listen carefully and ask meaningful follow-up questions
• The ability to work independently, problem-solve in the field, and make good creative decisions without constant supervision
• An understanding of social media and what makes real-life short-form content engaging
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• A positive, patient, and adaptable attitude when shoots don't go according to plan
• A valid driver's license, reliable personal vehicle, and ability to travel throughout the greater Los Angeles area
• A belief that storytelling can make a positive impact by helping people understand one another and recognize the experiences we share

The Shorts Production Intern will report directly to the Head of Shorts .

Currently, the Shorts Production Intern has no personnel reporting directly to them.

Our Shorts Production Intern will primarily work in the field throughout the greater Los Angeles area , traveling to various locations based on production needs.

Some administrative work may be completed at Dhar Mann Studios in Burbank CA.

Because this position requires regular travel to filming locations, reliable personal transportation is required.

The typical work schedule is 40 hours per week , with specific times varying based on production needs.

Candidates should be comfortable with a flexible production schedule, as filming times and locations may change depending on the format and story.