Production Intern
Long Story Short Media (LSS) is an award-winning creative studio based in Washington, DC, that shapes storytelling to drive impact - with 80+ industry awards and four-time recognition on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies. Our work spans event experiences, short film and video production, audio, graphics and animation for clients including Google, Nike, Robin Hood, and iHeart.
We're looking for a Production Intern for Fall 2026 to work alongside our production team and get real, hands-on experience across pre-production, field production, and post-production. This isn't a coffee-run internship - you'll be in the room for client calls, on set for shoots, and working on real client projects from start to finish.
What you'll bring: eagerness to learn, comfort in a fast-paced environment, and the initiative to jump in without being asked twice.
What You'll Do:
Pre Production
- Take notes on conference calls and client meetings
- Support external documents - research, briefing books, presentations, agendas, and more
- Help keep the office running: filing, scheduling, coordinating staff meals, answering phones
Field Production
- Build call sheets, scout filming locations, source props
- Handle location and talent releases, both onsite and on file
- Track location expenses and manage receipt collection
- Support crew on shoots: gear load-in/out, assisting talent, coordinating crew meals and on-site needs
Post-Production
- Log and transcribe interviews and b-roll
- Source assets, music, and stock footage
- Support social media: copywriting, scheduling, and publishing
- Create subtitles and SRT files
- Graphic and motion design work as needed, depending on skill level
Plus general office and administrative support as needed.
Requirements:
- Currently enrolled as a Junior or Senior at a college or university
- Primary focus in Media, Film, or TV Production
- Prior production experience is a plus, but not required
Details:
- Hours: Minimum 20 hours/week, flexible scheduling
- Compensation: Paid, $18.40/hr - course credit available where applicable
- Location: In-person, Washington, DC office
How to Apply:
Send your resume and a cover letter to jobs@lssmedia.com. Tell us what kind of stories you want to help tell, we'd love to hear it.
Long Story Short Media provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.