Are you motivated, highly organized, and passionate about storytelling? We want to hear from you. There are only a few more days to apply for our Fall 2013 internship, running from September to December. Producers, interactive designers, developers, and motion graphics artists should submit their applications online by July 15th, 2013. Visit our Careers page and Blog for more information.
Talking Eyes Media, an award-winning, non-profit organization that produces documentary films, multimedia, books, and exhibitions on various pressing social issues, is looking for a Multimedia Production Intern to join its team for the 2013 Fall season. This is a paid, advanced-level production internship based in Montclair, NJ, just 35 minutes by train from New York Penn Station. About the Position Requires a five day per week commitment in New Jersey office from September through December (start and end dates are to be determined) Interns must not only have strong Final Cut Pro skills, but must also be looking to expand and develop their storytelling skills, and work collaboratively with the production team The primary responsibility of this internship will include helping to edit short 2-3 minute videos Other responsibilities include: editing, importing and organizing media content, transcoding video, scripting, transcription and assisting producers and editors with story development For more information on…
For nearly a decade, photographer Brenda Ann Kenneally has followed the lives of a group of young women living in Upstate New York. The stories of the women of Troy, NY are an intimate and powerful look at the cycle of class separation and economic inequality facing many Americans today. Working in collaboration with students at the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) and the Visual Studies Workshop (VSW), Kenneally has been building a multi-platform documentary titled Upstate Girls to tell these stories. The project has now reached a point where its contributors’ hard work and good intentions need financial support. You can help them complete their work on Kickstarter. Background According to the 2010 census approximately 20% of the households in Troy are headed by single females. Their jobs have evolved from the factory work of the industrial revolution that earned Troy the name “Collar City” to the post industrial service sector…
Jonathan Torgovnik, photographer and MediaStorm contributor, will teach “An emphasis on the ‘other,’” during the 2013 international festival of photography, Les Rencontres d’Arles. The week-long workshop will dive into the unspoken language and emotional connections between photographer, subject, and environment. Participants will navigate through the intimate and, at times, intense process of creating a successful portrait, with an emphasis on photographing people in their personal environments, in and around their homes, workplaces, or on the street. Registration is available online. About the Workshop Date: July 8-13, 2013 Location: Arles (Provence, France) Fee: 780€ Summary: Participants will learn how to meet the challenges of establishing a deep connection with subjects in a relatively short period of time. The workshop addresses the different approaches required when photographing a personal project, or on assignment, exploring a range of light sources, but always with emphasis on keeping it simple and personal. Course content includes: Introduction to…
For Fall 2013, our internship program will expand to include a new position in motion design. We are looking for a highly motivated motion designer to collaborate with our motion graphics and design team on projects for MediaStorm’s clients, workshops and publication. The ideal candidate will be able to assist in conceptualizing and executing stand-alone motion graphics, as well as graphics packages that integrate into multimedia projects. Description The internship generally runs from September to December, but start dates are flexible. The Motion Design Intern will design and animate motion graphics as well as work with lead designers and producers to create production timelines. Applications are due July 15, 2013. Qualifications The Motion Graphics Design Intern should have: Advanced Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator skills Strong typography skills Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently Working knowledge of Premiere Pro and Cinema 4D a huge plus How to Apply All…