About the role#
NEON is looking for Marketing Interns for the Spring 2027 term. This is a hands-on position where you will support the Marketing and PR teams on campaigns for upcoming film releases. You will join our Undergraduate Internship Program, which includes professional development, cross-functional exposure, and mentorship from industry veterans. This role is based on-site at our New York or Los Angeles offices.
What you'll do#
- Support Marketing and PR teams with campaigns for upcoming releases.
- Assist with social media content creation, including brainstorming, drafting captions, and sourcing assets for platforms like Instagram and TikTok.
- Conduct competitive research for marketing materials and campaigns.
- Prepare research and reports for the media department.
- Develop case studies and manage research projects.
- Contribute ideas for creative activations, events, and promotional opportunities.
- Maintain organization across project trackers, calendars, and shared materials.
- Engage in grassroots outreach for current and upcoming releases.
- Create comprehensive calendars for major events such as award shows and online events.
- Assist with department projects including distribution, acquisitions, and publicity.
- Provide support for special events and screenings.
- Handle general administrative tasks.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate student at an accredited college or university, with at least one class taken during the internship term.
- Strong interest in film, entertainment marketing, and the independent film space.
- Familiarity with the NEON slate and an eye for storytelling, tone, and audience.
- Curiosity and cultural engagement with a passion for creative marketing.
- Working knowledge of major social media platforms.
- Comfort researching trends, talent, and audiences across indie and mainstream film.
- Excellent communication and writing skills for captions, copy, and creative ideas.
- Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive approach.
- Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar tools is a plus.
- Prior marketing, PR, or social media experience is a bonus but not required.
Location & details#
- Locations: New York, NY and Los Angeles, CA.
- Term: Spring 2027 (January 11, 2027 to May 21, 2027).
- Modality: On-site, 2-3 days per week.
- Compensation: Paid at an hourly rate of $18.50.
- Employment type: Part-time.
About NEON
NEON is an independent film studio founded in 2017. Based in New York, the company operates within the movies, videos, and sound industry with a team of 11 to 50 employees. The studio produces and distributes cinema, including films like Parasite and Anora. It has earned 39 Academy Award nominations and 11 wins over its eight-year history.
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