Manalive Media Group LLC

Film Development Intern

January - August 2021 • Encino, CA

What I liked

Manalive Media Group was an incredible experience for me. I learned a great deal working as a Film Development Intern, but what has meant the most to me are the relationships I made along the way. Manalive is very much a team where everyone's voice and opinion are welcomed. I worked closely with Manalive upper executives and with my fellow interns who all extended their support, knowledge, and kindness. Manalive truly invests in each of their interns and treats them as "young executives," as CEO Douglas Dye always reminded us!

What I wish was different

Advice

Manalive Media Group invests a lot in their interns and trusts them with major responsibilities. In turn, it is important to come ready to work and learn everyday. Bring your A-game. Manalive Media Group always encourages their interns to try their best. Mistakes are seen as a learning opportunity, and they encourage their interns not to be afraid of failure.

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Culture Studies Intern

January - December 2021 • Princeton, NJ

What I liked

I found this internship to be an incredible learning experience that offers interns an opportunity for engagement and personal growth. As a Culture Studies intern, I worked on a variety of tasks for Manalive. I was able to get exposure to deep level strategy and operations of the company as well as engage on specific film development projects. Team Manalive works closely with you to find the most beneficial way to personally engage. They truly care about your personal/professional development and will endeavor to align your work so that it is mutually beneficial to both you and the mission of the company.

What I wish was different

Though this opportunity is unpaid and remote, it still offers a great experience to communicate with professionals and gain hands on experience in the film industry.

Advice

I would advise others to be patient, open minded, and team oriented. Zoom dynamics can be difficult for collaboration, but the leadership, Advisory Board members, and other interns at Manalive are all amazing people with a diverse set of talents and life experience. At MMG, you truly get out what you put in, so invest in pushing yourself to achieve the most meaningful outcome.

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Entrepreneurism Intern

May - September 2020 • Larkspur, CA

What I liked

I found this experience to be extremely educational and valuable. Not only did I learn a great deal about working in the film industry, but also improved my professional communication skills and received access to valuable, lifelong contacts. Given MMG's start-up nature, interns are given a great deal of responsibility as well as flexible hours. All interns have the opportunity to make valuable and tangible contributions to the company. Overall, Manalive truly takes care of its interns and keeps their best interests at heart.

What I wish was different

Advice

The company culture constantly stresses the importance of formal, professional communication. Be sure to keep this in mind when communicating with representatives!

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Film Development Intern

May - August 2020 • Memphis, TN

What I liked

As a Film Development Intern, the lessons learned and knowledge acquired from Manalive Media Group is incomparable. Because it is a start-up environment, real relationships are formed with the founders, board members, and fellow interns. I was able to learn a variety of different skills in many different areas of film production including formal communication tools, the importance of collaboration, and foundational marketing strategies.

What I wish was different

The position is remote and unpaid; though, the relationships and learnings are well worth the time.

Advice

The experience will not be confined to one area of the industry; go into this opportunity ready to learn about many different things, do not limit your expectations.

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Entrepreneurism Intern

May 2020 • Los Angeles, CA

What I liked

I believe this is one of the best learning opportunities for anyone looking to gain hands on experience working in the entertainment industry. I was able to work on the financial and operational aspects of the organization, while also helping with film development. Manalive boasts an incredibly talented intern cohort, and provides them the opportunity to connect with leaders across various industries. You will be doing meaningful work as a part of a purpose-driven company.

What I wish was different

The position is unpaid, but the quality of experience, in a start-up environment, more than makes up for it. I wish I had learnt about the opportunity earlier.

Advice

Be patient, assertive, and self-driven. Make the most of the talent of your colleagues, and the opportunity to build connections. Be open to trying different things, and learning from constructive criticism.

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