Career & Internship

Internships

Internships for Film Studies students abound. Along with film/television production companies and  film festival opportunities, numerous companies, non-profits, museums, archives, and libraries offer internships in their production and communications divisions. Build upon your classroom learning with experiences in many aspects of visual and cultural production. Students who desire to secure internships should consult with their faculty advisor and visit Career Services for more information.

Recent Film Studies Internships

California

  • Awareness Film Festival (Los Angeles)
  • Far Hills Pictures (Los Angeles)
  • Gran Vista Productions (Los Angeles)
  • Motion Picture Corp. of America (Los Angeles)
  • Oakhurst Entertainment (Beverly Hills)
  • Paramount (Los Angeles)
  • Remmet Studios (Los Angeles)
  • Riley Robbins Film (Los Angeles)

New York

  • Allied Global Marketing
  • Anthology Film Archives
  • Aubin Films
  • Efran Films
  • Film Forum
  • Hamptons International Film Festival
  • Maggie Vision Productions
  • NBC Universal
  • The American Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences (NYC Office)
  • Warner Bors. Discovery
  • 3 Arts Entertainment

Other

  • The Firestarter Group (Richmond VA)
  • Virginia Film Office (Richmond, VA)
  • Crested Butte Film Festival (CO)
  • Massachusetts Film Office (Boston, MA)
  • Philadelphia Campbell Studios (PA)
  • South Carolina Film Commission (Columbia, SC)
  • Nomad Films (Paris, France)
  • Watever Group (Oulu, Finland)

Additionally, Film Studies majors are strongly encouraged to apply for internships with Greater Richmond film festivals and film series. Shorter work experiences — anything from one day to two weeks — may also be found for films and other media being produced in Central Virginia.

Post-Grad Opportunities

There are no predictable paths after a Film Studies major. Students find careers in a wide variety of areas and industries, proving the old adage that if you choose a major you're passionate about, you are much more likely to discover and develop your own personal skills, interests and values. These ultimately will help you find a rewarding profession.

Skills You Will Gain as a Film Studies Major

  • Producing digital media, including project conception, screenwriting, directing, and editing and other post-production skills
  • Analyzing and interpreting both visual and written media
  • Writing concisely and creatively
  • Formulating convincing arguments
  • Presenting arguments persuasively
  • Balancing alternative viewpoints
  • Evaluating and using information resources
  • Thinking independently
  • Balancing theory with practice
  • Shaping general ideas into specific points and programs
  • Synthesizing ideas/themes

Ready for Graduate School

Getting involved in production and research is one of the best ways to prepare for graduate school. As a Film Studies major at Richmond, the opportunity both to make your own films and to pursue research with faculty gives you a head start on the graduate school experience. If you think graduate school is for you, be sure to contact a faculty mentor to get started.

Get Out There

Remember, it’s never too early to visit Career Services. Exploring how your skills, experiences, interests and values can influence your career choices is something you can do from your first year at Richmond through your fourth and beyond. Whether you are searching for that first job, exploring graduate school options, or considering something unique like a bridge experience or fellowship, Career Services can help you get there.