Shorts Production Intern

Changing Lives Productions LLC•Los Angeles, CA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Changing Lives Productions, the in-house video production company of Dhar Mann Studios, is seeking a Shorts Production Intern. This role involves working as a one-person production team to film social-first, real-life content for platforms like TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and Facebook Reels. The content includes inviting strangers to leave messages for loved ones, social experiments, man-on-the-street interviews, acts of kindness, and emotional real-life stories. The ideal candidate is naturally curious about people, confident approaching strangers, and skilled at creating a comfortable environment for individuals to open up on camera. This position is crucial for capturing content that brings people closer, builds empathy, and highlights shared human experiences. The intern will be responsible for filming, interviewing, and representing Dhar Mann Studios professionally and compassionately.

Requirements

Experience with video production, journalism, documentary filmmaking, social media content, interviewing, or a related field preferred
Basic proficiency operating a camera and recording clean audio independently
A genuine interest in people and their stories
Strong interpersonal skills and the confidence to approach and start conversations with complete strangers
Emotional intelligence and sensitivity when working with people experiencing grief, illness, financial hardship, or other difficult circumstances
Strong interviewing instincts and the ability to listen carefully and ask meaningful follow-up questions
The ability to work independently, problem-solve in the field, and make good creative decisions without constant supervision
An understanding of social media and what makes real-life short-form content engaging
Strong organizational and communication skills
A positive, patient, and adaptable attitude when shoots don't go according to plan
A valid driver's license, reliable personal vehicle, and ability to travel throughout the greater Los Angeles area
A belief that storytelling can make a positive impact by helping people understand one another and recognize the experiences we share

Responsibilities

Traveling independently to locations throughout the greater Los Angeles area to film short-form social content
Working as a one-person field production team, responsible for basic camera, audio, and production needs
Approaching and interviewing strangers in public locations and making people feel comfortable on camera
Producing formats that invite strangers to share heartfelt messages, tell personal stories, participate in social experiments, give compliments, or take part in acts of kindness and surprises
Asking thoughtful follow-up questions that help uncover the deeper story behind someone's experience
Working sensitively with participants discussing loss, illness, hardship, family struggles, and other deeply personal subjects
Identifying compelling people and stories in real time and knowing when an unexpected interaction is worth exploring further
Capturing clean, usable vertical footage and audio while simultaneously thinking about the story the footage will ultimately tell
Obtaining appropriate participant releases and keeping footage, releases, and production materials organized
Communicating regularly with producers and the Shorts team about progress, standout stories, production needs, and challenges from the field
Representing Dhar Mann Studios professionally and compassionately while interacting with members of the public