The Content Production intern at Understood will play a crucial role in assisting with virtual recordings, video edits, and ongoing live production in our studio. This includes actively participating in the production process and helping to create engaging content that resonates with our audience.

Ideal candidates for the Content Production internship should be undergraduate students with a strong interest in content production. Familiarity with video editing, camera operation, and social media is required, while experience with podcasting or YouTube is a bonus. A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is also essential.

Interns in the Content Production role at Understood can expect a hybrid work schedule, which includes three days working in the New York office and one half-day remote. This provides flexibility while ensuring collaborative opportunities within the team.

Understood is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The organization actively encourages individuals from various backgrounds to apply, aiming to maximize the diversity within the team and ensuring that everyone can contribute their unique experiences and perspectives.

Interns can expect to gain hands-on experience in long-form content creation, video editing, and live production support. You'll be working closely with our Senior Producer and developing skills that are crucial for a successful career in the media and production industry.

When answering this question, focus on specific projects where you edited videos, mentioning the software you used, the type of content you created, and how your edits enhanced the final product. Highlight your creativity and attention to detail.

Show your knowledge of Understood's mission by explaining how the organization supports individuals who learn and think differently. Discuss your commitment to this cause and how you see yourself contributing to their goals as a Content Production intern.

An effective answer would involve discussing your openness to constructive criticism and examples of how feedback has helped you improve your work. Emphasize your ability to adapt and learn from others in a collaborative environment.

Discuss your familiarity with various social media platforms and your understanding of how they can be used to promote content. Share examples of your strategy to increase engagement and drive audience interaction.

Illustrate your teamwork skills by describing a specific project. Focus on your contributions, how you collaborated with peers, and how you resolved any challenges that arose during the project.

Talk about elements such as storytelling, pacing, visuals, and audience connection that make long-form content engaging. Provide examples of content you’ve created or consumed that exemplifies these aspects.

Discuss your methods for staying informed about industry trends, such as following relevant blogs, participating in online communities, or enrolling in courses. Emphasize your passion for continuous learning in content production.

Mention specific video editing software you are comfortable with, such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve. Provide examples of projects where you successfully applied these tools.

Showcase your time management skills by outlining how you prioritize tasks, use tools for organization, and maintain a work-study-life balance. This demonstrates your capability to handle the demands of both roles effectively.

Express your genuine interest in Understood’s mission and how it resonates with your personal values. Discuss what you hope to learn from this internship and how you envision contributing to their content goals.