Post Production- EDITOR- Internship- Summer 2025

As a Post Production Editor Intern at Finish, your main responsibilities will include providing assistant editing support, prepping projects, transcoding footage, and managing uploads. You'll also assist with quality checks on edit rounds and experience firsthand how to finish a project. Engaging with the creative team will enhance your understanding of video pitching, while coordinating with freelancers will give you insights into the workflow of a professional post-production house.

Finish looks for candidates who are currently enrolled in a college, university, or master's program. You should be available for at least 12 hours a week and be committed to working on-site in New York City between June 2nd and August 15th, 2025. Passion, dedication, and a willingness to learn are also essential attributes.

Interns at Finish will gain invaluable experience across various aspects of post-production, including hands-on knowledge of editing, VFX, and sound design. You'll work closely with a talented team, interact with advanced editing software like Frame.io, and learn the ins and outs of project management in an industry setting. It’s a fantastic opportunity to build your portfolio and network in the creative field.

The Post Production Editor Internship at Finish is an unpaid position, but school credit can be provided. This arrangement allows you to gain practical experience while contributing to exciting projects, all within a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Finish fosters a collaborative and creative work culture, where diversity is celebrated. As a Post Production Editor Intern, you'd be part of a team passionate about storytelling and innovation in post-production. The supportive environment encourages you to learn from seasoned professionals and contribute your unique perspective to the projects.

When answering this question, highlight your familiarity with editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or similar tools. Mention any experience with audio and visual effects software and emphasize your ability to learn new technologies quickly.

In your response, recount a specific project where you played a key role in the editing process. Discuss the challenges you faced, the software you used, and how you contributed to the overall vision of the project. Be specific about your role and its impact.

Demonstrate your openness to constructive criticism by emphasizing the importance of collaboration in the editing process. Explain how you value feedback and incorporate it into your edits to improve the project's outcome.

Highlight the significance of organization and thoroughness in preparing project files. Discuss the necessity of transcoding footage, establishing a file naming convention, and managing assets for smooth collaboration across teams.

Share an example where you successfully met a tight deadline, discussing your time management strategies, prioritization of tasks, and communication with team members to ensure all responsibilities were met.

Express your enthusiasm for collaboration and how you adapt to various working styles. Highlight your experience in fostering respectful communication and inclusiveness, which enhances teamwork and project outcomes.

Discuss your goals related to skill enhancement, understanding post-production processes, and building professional relationships. Share how this experience aligns with your career aspirations in the film and video industry.

Tailor your answer by referencing specific aspects of Finish’s work that appeal to you, such as their innovative projects or commitment to diversity. Discuss your alignment with their values and how you can contribute to their mission.

Mention resources you use, like industry blogs, webinars, and networking with professionals. Express your eagerness to continuously learn and adapt to new technologies and trends in the field.

Clarify your understanding that an assistant editor provides essential support, from managing project assets to preparing footage and assisting with quality control. Discuss your readiness to take on these responsibilities.