Internship: Assistant Editor and Transcription Assistant
Company: AFROMYSTIC
Loca,on: On-site or Remote
Type: Internship, Part-,me/Flexible hours 10-20 hours
Duration: semester +
Compensation: Unpaid/College Credit
About Us:
Seyi Adebanjo Director, Producer
Lilly Wachowski- Producer
Nala Simon -Producer
Bryan Glover – Producer
Felix Endara- Co Producer
Seyi Adebanjo is a Sundance award winning director and filmmaker. Seyi Adebanjo, MFA, is a Queer Gender-Non-Conforming Nigerian artist who raises awareness around social issues through video. My current project is AFROMYSTIC a lyrical documentary film exploring Queer and Trans Òrìṣà storytelling in Nigeria, Brazil, and the United States
Position Summary:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Editing and Management Intern to support the post-production team of our documentary. This internship offers hands-on experience with various aspects of documentary filmmaking, from editing and organizing footage to transcribing interviews, managing media assets and post production workflow. If you have a passion for storytelling, the LGBTQ+ community, strong technical skills, and an interest in documentary filmmaking, we would love to hear from you!
Responsibilities:
Transcribe interviews and other audio footage accurately to aid in ending and scriptwriting. Update Logs, ensuring all files are stored correctly and are easily accessible. Conduct archival research; product,on-to-post workflow management;.
Collaborate with the post-production team to address any technical or creative challenges. Provide general support with various post-production tasks, including reviewing footage, managing ,mecodes, and handling basic editing adjustments.
Assist with the post-production editing process, including assembling raw footage, organizing clips,ng proxies and making preliminary edits.
Stay up to date with project progress and par,cipate in team mee,ngs as needed.
Requirements:
Current student or recent graduate in Film, Media Studies, Communica,ons, Archival studies or a related field.
Proficiency in video editing so^ware (Adobe Premiere Pro).
Strong aaen,on to detail,cularly in transcription and organiza,onal tasks. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong ,me-management skills. Familiarity with documentary filmmaking or a genuine interest in learning about the genre.
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of file formats and media management practices.
Previous experience with transcript,on or media logging is desirable but not required.
What You’ll Gain:
Hands-on experience in documentary post-production, including practical skills in editing and media management.
An opportunity to work closely with experienced filmmakers and contribute to an impactful project.
Exposure to the documentary film industry and the chance to build a professional network. Invita,on to some industry mee,ngs and par,es as part of the documentary. Potential for future career opportunities in film production and post-production. Lunch S,pend provided.
How to Apply:
Please send your resume, a brief cover letter detailing your interest in the position, how you heard about the position and a link to any relevant work samples to Afromystic.film@gmail.com
AFROMYSTIC is a lyrical documentary that follows LGBTQ+ Yorùbá practitioners across the waters of Nigeria, Brazil, and the United States in a quest for post-colonial liberation–through the reclaiming and restoring the preeminence of indigenous religion. AFROMYSTIC unearths overlooked Queer & Trans Òrìṣà mythology and legacies through poetry, and ritual interwoven with animation.