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  Netherlands, Rotterdam
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Internship IFFR

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The Press & PR department is responsible for positioning the IFFR organisation and festival within the (inter)national film industry. The department does this by informing national and international media about IFFR, maintaining and strengthening relationships with national and international (film)journalists and other stakeholders, as well as organising and participating in Press & PR events during the festival and year round. During the festival, the Press Office welcomes around 350 journalists to Rotterdam. The team helps them find their way around the (online) festival and answers any interview or information requests they might have.

IFFR strives for a diverse team: a true reflection of the city of Rotterdam, where everyone is welcome, regardless of their ethnicity, economic or cultural background, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status and whether or not they have a disability. We welcome applications from all who are interested in gaining experience in our organisation.

What will you be doing? 

  • Preparing press releases and mailings for publication in the appropriate formats (such as Mailchimp and PR.co)

  • Support IFFR’s communication with journalists

  • Helping organise press events such as press conferences, drinks, etc.

  • Archiving and organising the influx of publications and press clippings during the entire internship period

  • Gathering statistical information about the festival programme media coverage to share with filmmakers

  • Gathering information about the festival programme and populate the Pitch documents used by the press team to pitch content to journalists

  • Supporting the press team during the festival, for example by distributing promotional materials or answering journalist questions

  • Helping set up the Press desk and be the point of contact for the volunteers manning the press desk

  • Plus, other tasks in support of the press team and head of department such as keeping track of press accreditations, helping with the press surveys, and more

What are we looking for in you?

  • You’re pursuing an education in media, culture, events, or communication

  • You have an affinity with IFFR and/or cinema

  • You’re not afraid to take initiative

  • You’re proactive, creative, conscientious, thorough and can handle pressure – above all you’re a team player

  • You live in Rotterdam or in the vicinity

  • You have a good command of English, spoken and written

What do we offer? 

An interesting internship in the Communications & Audience Reach team for a period of six months, from September 2023 to February 2024. The gross internship fee is €325 per month based on full-time employment.

In addition to a great internship, we also offer you ‘charging’ days and regular lunches or pizza nights . Discount on Merchandise, an ultimate festival experience with free access to films and  memorable IFFR parties. You can borrow a laptop from IFFR, working from home is possible and you will receive a travel allowance (if necessary).

Interested in applying?

For more questions regarding this internship, please contact Caterine Baeten at c.baeten@IFFR.com, Head of Press & PR.

Would you like to be a part of one of the biggest festivals in the Netherlands? Send in your motivation and resumé via the link below. We are looking forward to receiving your application!

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