Digital Production InternAt — PBS SoCal

Position Description
Position Title: Digital Production Intern Department: Membership & On-Air Fundraising
Classification: Temporary, Part-Time (20-30 hours), Non-exempt
Reports to: Senior Director, Digital & On-Air Fundraising
Location: Burbank, CA and Costa Mesa, CA (Hybrid)
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities or requirements of this position. Employees are expected to perform other functions as assigned or requested to further support the organization’s mission.
Summary: The Digital Production Intern is a temporary, part-time, non-exempt position that will support a new, experimental series in the Membership department aimed at reaching new audiences. The series combines video games and learning. The intern will assist in the pre-production, production, and post-production of the series by creating graphics, participating in pre-production meetings, supporting the team recording the series, coordinating craft services, importing and logging video files, and assisting the editor in post-production. The Digital Production Intern will report to the Senior Director, Digital & On-Air Fundraising.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities:
• Assist the editor in post-production
• Help develop a Style Guide based on the existing episodes of the show
• Create video game save files for use in the production
• Participate in pre-production meetings with the host and producer to make decisions regarding show content, review past episodes, recommend experts to appear as guests, and strategize around marketing
• Support the production team in recording the series in our Burbank, CA, office, assisting with cameras, lights, audio, set design, and production decisions
• Coordinate craft services for the production team, including ordering and accepting delivery
• Assist with social media promotion
• Participate in intern events and trainings in the Costa Mesa and Burbank offices
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
• Experience with Adobe Photoshop Pro or Adobe Premier Pro
• Possess a deep interest in both education and video games
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact with a wide variety of stakeholders using tact and discretion
• Ability to take initiative and problem solve in areas related to direct responsibilities while working effectively in a team environment
• Ability to successfully perform in an atmosphere of experimental projects, shifting priorities, and deadlines

Requirements:
• At least 18 years of age
• Available for a minimum of 20 hours
• Reliable transportation access for travel to in-person meetings and events

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, it is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is also required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Work Environment The working conditions are primarily in a general office or home setting. However, the position may require off-site travel as necessary. Depending on the position, job duties, and subject to the discretion of the company, the position may be telecommuting eligible in whole or in part. (Please see the telecommuting policy and telecommuting agreement for additional information concerning telecommuting terms and work environment.)

Tasks:

• Assist the editor in post-production
• Help develop a Style Guide based on the existing episodes of the show
• Create video game save files for use in the production
• Participate in pre-production meetings with the host and producer to make decisions regarding show content, review past episodes, recommend experts to appear as guests, and strategize around marketing
• Support the production team in recording the series in our Burbank, CA, office, assisting with cameras, lights, audio, set design, and production decisions
• Coordinate craft services for the production team, including ordering and accepting delivery
• Assist with social media promotion
• Participate in intern events and trainings in the Costa Mesa and Burbank offices
• Perform other duties as assigned

Training:

New hire orientation, weekly scheduled check-in meetings with manager, Harassment Prevention Training, Fire & Safety Training, All-Staff meeting attendance

Learning Outcomes:

1. **Apply technical proficiency** in industry-standard digital production software and tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, video editing platforms, content management systems) to complete assigned projects.
2. **Create and produce** digital content including graphics, videos, multimedia assets, or web materials that meet client specifications and brand guidelines.
3. **Demonstrate project management skills** by organizing workflows, meeting deadlines, tracking deliverables, and communicating project status to team members and supervisors.
4. **Collaborate effectively** with cross-functional teams by providing constructive feedback, incorporating revisions, and contributing ideas during creative brainstorming sessions.
5. **Develop problem-solving abilities** by identifying technical challenges, researching solutions, and implementing creative approaches to optimize production quality and efficiency.
6. **Analyze and evaluate** digital content performance and user feedback to refine production processes and recommend improvements for future projects.
7. **Communicate professionally** through clear documentation, presentations, and written reports that articulate creative decisions, technical processes, and project outcomes.