General information
Escombro is a recent independent film production company which divides its activity between Lisbon, Paris, London and New York.
You will be supporting a multifaceted artist who is involved in several projects in London: from documentaries, short films, fashion videos, art installations, photo shoots, performance films, etc. Your immediate task would be to support the creation of a number of different showreels which will help serve as a presentation card into the artist’s different skills (directing, cinematography, etc.)
You will also be editing clips and trailers related to the current projects the company is producing.
Our main project at the moment is a feature-length documentary shot in New York, portraying the life of two well-known personalities, funded by Portugal’s state fund and already selected to 4 renowned film market., in the UK, NYC and Germany.
Strictly in-person position, in London (company is registered in Portugal).
Duration is 4 months minimum.
Only accepting applications from Erasmus+ scholarship interns, since we can’t pay for this position, we want to make sure the intern is being covered by a scholarship.
Please submit resume + brief cover letter.
Requirements:
-A degree in Film (preferred), Communication or related subject (specialization in editing preferred);
-Comfortable with Premiere Pro or other editing softward (DaVinci Resolve and After Effects are a plus);
-Excellent organization, time management and prioritization skills: ability to manage multiple tasks and projects with attention to detail and follow up
-Excellent English language knowledge (Portuguese, French and Spanish language domain are a plus);
-Good domain of common computer/mobile software and OS;
-Love for cinema;
-Open-minded and tolerant;
Benefits:
-Exposure and credit: Your work will be featured in widely available clips and other visual materials, you will be credited in the finished film;
-A personal and professional growing experience where the intern will have the opportunity to learn about independent filmmaking and film editing, working directly with the director in an ambitious international documentary about two famous personalities, with the support of Portugal’s Cinema and Audiovisual Institute;
-Flexible working hours;
-Flexible workplace.
Making independent films is hard; usually there are many bumps in the way towards a finished film, and a strong team with motivated people is key to success.
25 hours/week: Working hours are flexible, the intern will be able to manage their own schedule as they see best to complete weekly tasks.
Strictly in-person position, in London (company is registered in Portugal).
Duration is 4 months minimum.
Only accepting applications from Erasmus+ scholarship interns, since we can’t pay for this position, we want to make sure the intern is being covered by a scholarship.
Please submit resume + brief cover letter + examples of your editing work + proof of Erasmus eligibility.
