Video Production Specialist Internships
Video production specialist internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working producers and editors, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across {{top_industries_phrase}}, with QTS, Tesla, and Trimble among the employers posting roles now.
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Reports To: Video Production Manager
Position Type: Paid internship/co-op. Part-time, non-exempt, hourly. Temporary term of six to nine months.
Schedule: Approximately 20-25 hours per week, scheduled in advance around the production calendar.
Rate of Pay: $17.00 per hour (New York City minimum wage). Overtime paid at 1.5x for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.
Location: Hybrid. New York City headquarters (near Grand Central), studio, and on-location shoot sites.
Who We Are
Your Impact
- Assist with pre-production setup for shoots, including lighting, wardrobe, and technical/gear prep.
- Provide on-site support during video shoots, including corporate, marketing, Crunch+, and live-streaming productions.
- Help set up, run, and break down equipment for on-location and in-studio filming.
- Assist with editing in Adobe Premiere Pro, including footage from larger conferences and events.
- Organize, label, and manage raw and edited media assets across storage and servers.
- Assist with live-stream technical setup and on-the-day operation.
- Help maintain production schedules, shot lists, and shoot-day logistics.
- Assist with basic content conversion, file prep, and uploading to the appropriate platforms.
- Accurately record all hours worked, and obtain approval in advance for any hours beyond the scheduled shift.
- Other hands-on production support tasks as assigned.
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in film, video production, media, or a related field.
- Must be at least 18 years of age, given equipment handling and variable shoot hours.
- Working familiarity with Adobe Premiere Pro. General experience across the Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.
- Comfortable assisting on set with cameras, lighting, and audio gear.
- Detail-oriented and reliable, with the ability to take direction on a shoot.
- Able to work a flexible schedule, including occasional early, late, or on-location hours around the shoot and live-stream calendar. All hours are scheduled in advance.
- Strong communication skills and comfort working across departments.
- Passion for video and media production. Familiarity with the fitness industry is helpful.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
- Hands-on experience across the full production pipeline, from pre-production through edit.
- Direct mentorship from the Video Production Manager.
- Opportunity to work on large-format event and conference content.
- Portfolio-building work across multiple video formats.
- Paid, W-2 experience with a national fitness brand.
- This is a temporary, fixed-term position. Completion of the term does not create an entitlement to or expectation of continued or full-time employment with Crunch.
- Employment is at will and may be terminated by either party at any time.
- Crunch is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
- The above description may be subject to change or alteration at any time.
Flexible work from home options available.
Reports To: Video Production Manager
Position Type: Paid internship/co-op. Part-time, non-exempt, hourly. Temporary term of six to nine months.
Schedule: Approximately 20-25 hours per week, scheduled in advance around the production calendar.
Rate of Pay: $17.00 per hour (New York City minimum wage). Overtime paid at 1.5x for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.
Location: Hybrid. New York City headquarters (near Grand Central), studio, and on-location shoot sites.
Who We Are
Your Impact
- Assist with pre-production setup for shoots, including lighting, wardrobe, and technical/gear prep.
- Provide on-site support during video shoots, including corporate, marketing, Crunch+, and live-streaming productions.
- Help set up, run, and break down equipment for on-location and in-studio filming.
- Assist with editing in Adobe Premiere Pro, including footage from larger conferences and events.
- Organize, label, and manage raw and edited media assets across storage and servers.
- Assist with live-stream technical setup and on-the-day operation.
- Help maintain production schedules, shot lists, and shoot-day logistics.
- Assist with basic content conversion, file prep, and uploading to the appropriate platforms.
- Accurately record all hours worked, and obtain approval in advance for any hours beyond the scheduled shift.
- Other hands-on production support tasks as assigned.
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in film, video production, media, or a related field.
- Must be at least 18 years of age, given equipment handling and variable shoot hours.
- Working familiarity with Adobe Premiere Pro. General experience across the Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.
- Comfortable assisting on set with cameras, lighting, and audio gear.
- Detail-oriented and reliable, with the ability to take direction on a shoot.
- Able to work a flexible schedule, including occasional early, late, or on-location hours around the shoot and live-stream calendar. All hours are scheduled in advance.
- Strong communication skills and comfort working across departments.
- Passion for video and media production. Familiarity with the fitness industry is helpful.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
- Hands-on experience across the full production pipeline, from pre-production through edit.
- Direct mentorship from the Video Production Manager.
- Opportunity to work on large-format event and conference content.
- Portfolio-building work across multiple video formats.
- Paid, W-2 experience with a national fitness brand.
- This is a temporary, fixed-term position. Completion of the term does not create an entitlement to or expectation of continued or full-time employment with Crunch.
- Employment is at will and may be terminated by either party at any time.
- Crunch is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
- The above description may be subject to change or alteration at any time.
Flexible work from home options available.
Video Production Specialist Internship Market
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Tips for Your Video Production Specialist Internship Search
Apply months before the start date
Large studios, broadcasters, and media companies open summer intern applications the preceding fall and close them well before the new year. Smaller production houses and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates. Check listings regularly so you catch both cycles and don't apply after a cohort has already filled.
Build a portfolio before you send anything
Intern hiring teams for video roles assess candidates on a reel or portfolio site, not a resume alone. Document two or three complete projects, name every tool you used, and make the finished work easy to find. Coursework productions, student films, and personal projects all count as long as the work is polished and watchable.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied specifically to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to smaller production companies running their own cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you can reach in a single search cycle.
Practice your portfolio walkthrough out loud
Video production specialist intern interviews commonly include a portfolio review where you narrate creative and technical decisions in real time. Practice walking through each project aloud, explaining why you made specific editing or production choices, before your first screen. Interviewers weigh how you think through problems as much as the finished product itself.
Target structured internship programs at larger companies
Many broadcast networks, streaming platforms, and production studios run formal cohort programs designed to train people new to the field. These programs offer structured mentorship and rotate interns across departments. They recruit early in the cycle and fill fast, so identify the ones that match your interests and get your application in during the first wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 33% of the video production specialist internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start sorting through openings, then filter by location and work type so you're only reviewing roles you can actually take. Filtering first saves time and keeps you from applying to positions you'd have to decline.
Video Production Specialist Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a video production specialist internship?
Lead with your portfolio, not your work history. Hiring teams expect limited professional experience at the intern level, so the concrete artifact that gets you assessed is a reel or portfolio site showing completed projects, the tools you used, and the range of work you can produce. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a video production specialist internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it is consistent performance on real production work, the team's open headcount at the end of the term, and how early you express interest in returning. Position yourself by delivering on every project without counting on the offer materializing.
When should I apply for video production specialist internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large media companies, studios, and broadcasters recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often closing applications before the new year. Smaller production companies and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly means you won't miss either cycle.
Are video production specialist internships paid?
Most professional video production specialist internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and the internship listings here show pay ranges where the employer chooses to disclose them, so you can filter and compare without guessing.
What should a video production specialist internship resume include?
Lead with two or three complete, documented projects rather than work history. For each, name the tools you used, your specific role in the production, and link to or reference where the finished work can be seen, whether that's a reel, a portfolio site, or a published video. Add relevant coursework, keep the whole document to one page, and put the portfolio link at the top.
Are there remote video production specialist internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 67% of the video production specialist internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they draw applicants from across the country, so apply early once you decide what works for you, and use the work-type filter to see only the format you can commit to.
Can international students get video production specialist internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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