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As we navigate this digital age where content is king, our aim is to lead from the front — and we're seeking individuals like you to captivate our audience across myriad platforms, from the dynamic world of social media to the expansive digital landscape of YouTube.

Who we’re looking for:

A digitally-savvy individual in tune with content trends, who can adeptly distinguish between a reel, a TikTok, and a YouTube vlog. Someone with the instinct to capture moments in compelling snapshots and videos that echo with a wide audience.

Eligibility:

• Students currently enrolled in a university from their second year onwards.

• Universty graduates looking for an intern-level role.

• Majors related to filmmaking, video production, or a closely related field are preferred.

Key Qualifications:

• A foundational understanding of film production, editing, and the digital content spectrum.

• Familiarity or hands-on experience with camera equipment and digital software tools, especially Adobe Premiere Pro, Davinci Resolve, After Effects, and Photoshop.

• Ability to produce high-caliber photos and videos tailored to various digital platforms.

• Acumen in discerning evolving social media trends and crafting platform-specific content.

• Clear and concise communication skills in both written and verbal formats.

• An innate eye for aesthetics coupled with meticulous attention to detail.

The Role:

• Collaborate closely with our rental team to brainstorm and craft innovative video content ideas.

• Film and refine video content, adapting it for platforms like Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and more.

• Document behind-the-scenes glimpses, events, or other poignant moments that exemplify DFI Rentals' brand ethos.

• Engage holistically in the content creation process, from initial ideation to post-production.

• Spearhead digital campaigns by producing captivating video and photo materials.

• Analyze performance metrics and fine-tune content approaches based on insights.

• Partner occasionally with team members on larger film or promotional initiatives to gain genuine, hands-on production experience.

Advantages

Unpaid Position with Tangible Benefits:

• While this is a non-monetary internship, it promises rich exposure to industry skills, mentorship from professionals, and a unique opportunity to sharpen your skills, making it a valuable stepping stone in your career journey.

• Hands-on Experience: Interns will have the unique opportunity to engage directly with some of the most industry-standard cameras available today. This hands-on interaction ensures not only familiarity but also proficiency with equipment that is regarded as the gold standard in the filming world.

• Skill Enhancement: Beyond just theoretical knowledge, interns will acquire the hands-on technical skills essential to shoot at a professional level. This immersive learning experience provides a substantial edge in the competitive realm of film and content creation.

• Exclusive Access: Interns will be eligible for rental credit, provided monthly.

Dive deep into the realm of camera technology and play an essential role in ensuring our top-tier equipment is impeccably prepared and primed for our esteemed clientele. Whether you're an emerging filmmaker or a tech enthusiast, this position provides a rare hands-on experience with industry-leading camera equipment.

Who we’re looking for:

• An individual with precision, an ardor for camera technology, and the commitment to ensure each piece of equipment performs flawlessly. Someone who values the nuances of camera equipment and realizes the significance of meticulous preparation.

Key Qualifications:

• Introductory knowledge of diverse camera equipment and accessories.

• Robust organizational skills coupled with a keen eye for detail.

• Capability to function cohesively within a high-paced setting.

• Effective communication skills to coordinate with team members and possibly with clients.

• A problem-solving orientation, with a proactive stance towards identifying and rectifying potential challenges.

The Role:

• Conduct thorough inspections and prepare camera equipment for rentals, confirming each item functions at peak performance.

• Align with the rental team to assimilate client necessities and equipment specifications.

• Maintain an organized record of equipment checks, ensuring all gear is present and in prime condition.

• Clean and systematize equipment, prepping it for subsequent clients.

• Engage with technicians and team peers to amplify the overall efficacy of the preparation process.

• Stay abreast of the latest in camera tech and best practices for equipment upkeep.

• Render feedback and recommendations to enhance the equipment preparation and rental trajectory.

Advantages:

• Unpaid Position with Tangible Benefits: While this is a non-monetary internship, it promises rich exposure to industry skills, mentorship from professionals, and a unique opportunity to sharpen your skills, making it a valuable stepping stone in your career journey.

• Hands-on Experience: Dive into direct interactions with state-of-the-art camera gear, acquiring a foundational expertise in the tangible facets of camera tech.

• Skill Enhancement: Beyond just equipment familiarity, interns will assimilate the technical acumen essential for managing and readying cameras for varied shooting prerequisites.

• Exclusive Access: Interns are eligible for rental credit, provided monthly.

• Location: 3610 S San Pedro St, Los Angeles, CA 90011
Type: Part-time (3 days a week)

• Work Location: In person

• Schedule: 8 hour shift, 9am-5pm with occasional overtime or call-ins as necessary.

• About Us:

  • At DFI Rentals, our mission is to provide streamlined cinema equipment rentals for our customers from booking to pickups, to returns. We’re a full-service rental company located in Downtown Los Angeles that carries everything from camera, lenses, lighting, grip, and other production equipment. We work with some of the most innovative thinkers and creatives around the world, and push the boundaries of creative technologies to empower today’s filmmakers.

• Job Description:
 We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Quality Control Technician to join our team who is responsible for maintaining the integrity and reliability of our equipment inventory. As a QC Technician, you will be responsible for inspecting, testing, and preparing film equipment upon return to ensure it meets our quality standards.

• Key Responsibilities:

  • Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Assist in inventory organization as needed.

  • Assist in properly checking in equipment that has returned in a detailed, thorough and timely manner.

  • Highlight and make note of missing or damaged equipment from orders.

  • Perform applicable technical and physical tests on rental equipment.

  • Assist in checking out and prepping camera packages and other rental equipment.

  • Provide clients with great customer service.

  • Help maintain a clean and organized facility.

  • Additional responsibilities may be assigned to meet business needs.

• Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited film program or equivalent technical, hands-on industry experience.

  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-focused approach.

  • Exemplary technical knowledge of film production equipment, ability to troubleshoot and repair professional camera, lighting, sound, and grip equipment.

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing demands.

  • Impeccable attention to details in relation to gear’s condition, specs, and composition, ability to identify potential issues pertaining to gear before they arise.

  • Computer proficiency skills

  • Must be in good physical condition to meet the demand of the position; must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

• Preferred Qualifications:

  • Previous experience as a quality control technician, assistant camera position, or similar role, preferably in the film or film equipment rental industry.

  • Proficiency with gear and technical workflow in the field.

• Compensation

  • DFI Rentals offers a competitive base salary in the range of $18/h-$24/h, with variation depending on experience. Total compensation package will include base salary, quarterly bonuses, and paid time off.