FILM SUBMISSION JUDGE

​Application Status:

Accepting Applications April 1st

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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)

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FALL TERM:

Type: 80% Virtual / 20% In-Person (Restricted to SUNY Cortland)

Position Start Date: August 30th

Position End Date:  December 10th

Compensation: Blackbird SWAG + Lunch!

Total Hours:  120 hours (3 Academic Credits)

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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

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Preferred Qualifications:

• Have Taken Film Production / Analysis Classes

• Major / Minor in Professional Writing or English

• Highly Motivated Personality / Strong Self-Starter