Program Overview

Program Overview

The DIFF Programme Co-Ordination Intern is a position that works under the direct supervision of the Durban International Film Festival Manager to support the planning, coordination, and administration necessary to deliver a successful international film festival.

Program Details

The internship is suitable for candidates with excellent organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines. The candidate must also have good communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with people at all levels, as well as excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Suite.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with managing the DIFF Mailbox
  • Coordinate the film submissions process
    • Update FilmFreeway
    • Assign films to reviewers
    • Track film reviewers' progress
    • Liaise with film reviewers in support of their work
• Administratively support the film selection process
  • Draft invitations
  • Follow up on acceptances
• Collate film information and marketing materials
• Assist with crosschecks and proofreading
• Administratively support applications to the Film and Publication Board
• Coordinate the timely receipt of exhibition materials
  • DCPs
  • KDMs
  • MP4s
• Assist with creating and coordinating schedule
  • Public screenings
  • Jury screenings
  • Q&As
• Assist with managing juries
  • Liaise with jurors in support of their duties
  • Gather citations
• Assist with troubleshooting technical problems with screenings
• Maintain digital filing system and database

Candidate Requirements

The internship is suitable for a candidate who intends to pursue a career in cultural administration, with experience in the planning, coordinating, and successful delivery of a project.