48 Hour Film Project Intern

We are looking for two proactive, organised and enthusiastic interns to support the City Producers in delivering Manchester 48 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in:

• Event production
• Film competition management
• Marketing and audience growth

The 48 Hour Film Project is more than a competition — it’s a launchpad. You’ll be working on an event that culminates with films screening at Vue Cinema, supporting filmmakers whose work can progress to international festivals. You won’t just be observing — you’ll be part of making it happen. The Manchester 48 Hour Film Project is run by Nicholas Barnard & Danielle Bennett as City Producers.

You’ll gain direct insight into how a large-scale creative event is planned, marketed and executed — from strategy to screen. What You’ll Be Doing:

Pre-Production Support (March – May): Approx. 10 hours total (virtual/hybrid – approx. 1 hour per week)

• Assisting with marketing strategies and tasks (social media scheduling, copy support, outreach research)
• Assisting with admin and team registrations
• Supporting email communications and database management
• Helping coordinate competition logistics
• Supporting partnership and sponsor liaison where required
• Contributing ideas to growth strategy and audience engagement

Filmmaking Weekend (15–17 May 2026) - 4 hours total

• 2 hours in person at the Kick-Off event (Friday evening the 15th of May 2026): Guest check-in, Supporting event setup, General event assistance
• 2 hours virtual during film Drop-Off (Sunday evening the 17th of May 2026): Supporting submission checks, Admin and entry confirmations

• Supporting front-of-house operations
• Assisting with guest coordination
• Supporting awards preparation
• Helping manage filmmaker experience and flow
• Assisting with audience awards voting and counting