NEON Marketing Intern - Spring 2027
About The Position
NEON is seeking Spring 2027 Marketing interns for its NY and LA offices. This internship offers real-world experience in marketing independent films, providing opportunities to learn about film marketing and positioning, build connections, and receive mentorship. The program is part of NEON's Undergraduate Internship Program, offering cross-functional exposure and professional development alongside a cohort of interns. Interns will gain practical experience in film distribution, including marketing, publicity, acquisitions, digital distribution, and theatrical sales. The internship is tailored to individual interests and places interns on inspiring projects, working alongside industry veterans dedicated to mentoring the next generation. Interns will gain hands-on industry experience, behind-the-scenes insight, professional connections, and the confidence to pursue future endeavors.
Requirements
- Current undergraduate student enrolled in an accredited college or university (must be taking at least one class during the internship term)
- Strong interest in film, entertainment marketing, and the independent film space
- Familiarity with NEON’s slate and an eye for storytelling, tone, and audience
- Curious and culturally engaged, with a passion for creative marketing and distribution
- Working knowledge of major social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, X/Twitter, Facebook, YouTube)
- Comfortable 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, with a willingness to jump in where needed
Nice To Haves
- 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
Responsibilities
- Support the Marketing and PR teams on campaigns for upcoming NEON releases
- Assist with social media content creation, including brainstorming, drafting captions, and sourcing assets particularly for IG and TikTok
- Competitive research for marketing materials and campaigns
- Research and reports for the media department
- Developing case studies and conducting other research projects
- Contribute ideas for creative activations, events, and promotional opportunities
- Maintain organization across project trackers, calendars, and shared materials
- Engaging in grassroots outreach for current and upcoming NEON releases
- Creating comprehensive calendars for major events such as award shows, online events, and more
- Assisting in various department projects, including distribution, acquisitions, and publicity as required, while primarily focusing on marketing initiatives
- Providing support for special events and screenings as necessary
- General administrative assistance
Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate of $18.50
- Academic credit is optional, and documentation can be provided
- Mentorship from industry veterans
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
