Video Production Internship BW Productions

Timeline: 

Start date: January 12, 2026

End date: June 5, 2026

Application deadline: December 1, 2025

Department - Video Production

In the Video Production Internship track, you will work closely with our video production staff to learn how to capture high-quality video and audio on set. 

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Video Production Intern to support our crew across all stages of production, from setup to wrap. This internship provides hands-on experience in a fast-paced creative environment and is ideal for individuals passionate about cinematography, lighting, and the technical side of filmmaking. You’ll work closely with our camera, lighting, and sound teams to learn on-set best practices and gain a deeper understanding of professional production workflows. The experience is designed to be flexible and guided by your interests and goals. The more you engage and take initiative, the more you can shape it to align with what you hope to learn and achieve.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Desire to learn about corporate and commercial media production
• Minimum of 18 years old
• At least 15 hours a week to dedicate to this position
• Must be available on Tuesdays for team meetings, equipment trainings, and workshops 
• Help on monthly Cutthroat workshops, Wednesdays at 6 PM
• Have a reliable form of transportation to get to the downtown SLC offices and set locations 
• Laptop for office days

What You’ll Gain

• $10/hour paid experience working in a professional production environment
• Guidance and training from experienced camera, lighting and sound professionals on real client projects
• Hands-on experience assisting with camera setups, building lights, and audio capture on set
• Opportunity to lead a nonprofit project, helping shape the creative vision and on set execution 
• Skill development in camera, lighting, audio, and on-set problem solving
  Networking opportunities with filmmakers and creatives throughout Utah’s production community
• Resume-building experience through collaboration on professional sets and projects
  Involvement in community workshops hosted at Cutthroat Grip, Lighting & Stage
• A collaborative environment that encourages initiative, curiosity, and technical growth

Skills You’ll Develop

Technical Skills:

• Camera operation and equipment handling 
• Lighting setups, modifiers and safety
• Audio recording and microphone placement 
• Grip and electric fundamentals 
• Shot composition and framing
• Set etiquette and professional crew communication
• Equipment prep and organization
• Gear management and upkeep

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Professional Skills:

• Problem solving in fast paced environments 
• Collaboration and clear communication
• Time management and adaptability
• Understanding production workflows
• Creative decision making in support of the director or DP’s vision
• Networking within the film community 
• Confidence in professional settings 

Workshop Opportunities

Intern Workshops:

• Gain experience in various fields within media production, such as working with cameras, lighting, audio, post-production, etc. These workshops are headed by various professionals from our full-time staff. They are meant for you and your fellow interns to gain a basic understanding of on-set responsibilities, how to use our gear, and the different facets of media production at BW Productions. 

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Community Workshops:

• Every month on Wednesday evenings, we open up our studio to the public to host Community Workshops at Cutthroat Grip, Lighting, & Stage. We bring in an industry professional to teach their specialty within the film industry to the community for free. As an intern, you are given the opportunity to set up and record these workshops as well as learn from and meet the professionals we bring in.

Non-Profit Narrative Project

The Non-Profit Narrative serves as the final project of the internship, in which we partner with a Non-Profit organization to create a video promoting their cause. While you will receive ongoing guidance and support from your mentors, this project is an excellent opportunity to apply the skills you've developed during your six months with BW Productions. The interns will take ownership of this project from its initial conceptualization to the final delivery. Ultimately, the completed video will serve as a significant addition to both the intern's personal portfolio and the BW Productions portfolio.

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If the Video Production Internship isn't right for you, check out our Producer Internship.