FILM SUBMISSION JUDGE
Application Status:
Now Accepting Applications for Summer / Fall Terms
SUMMER TERM:
Type: 100% Virtual Internship
Position Start Date: June 1st
Position End Date: August 1st
Compensation: Blackbird SWAG
Total Hours: 120 hours (3 Academic Credits)
FALL TERM:
Type: 90% Virtual / 10% In-Person (Restricted to SUNY Cortland)
Position Start Date: August 20th
Position End Date: December 10th
Compensation: Blackbird SWAG + Lunch!
Total Hours: 120 hours (3 Academic Credits)
Film Submission Judges are the backbone of Blackbird and they work to curate the official selections from a pool of over 2000 film submissions. Submission judges need to have a sharp eye for production quality, character development, and overarching story themes. Submission judges must also be strong writers with a self-motivated personality. Aside from a weekly group meeting, 90% of this position is completed independently using Youtube and Vimeo. Work schedules are extremely flexible to fit your schedule.
Submission Judge Responsibilities:
-
Watch and Review Weekly Film Assignments
-
Provide Constructive Critique
-
Help to Curate Blackbird's Festival Program
Position Requirements:
-
FALL TERM ONLY: Must attend weekly meeting (Monday 11:30am - 12:30pm)
-
Must be able to meet deadlines
-
Must be at least 18 years old
-
Must have access to a strong internet connection
Preferred Qualifications:
-
Have Taken Film Production / Analysis Classes
-
Major / Minor in Professional Writing or English
-
Highly Motivated Personality / Strong Self-Starter