Video Production Intern at Fish The West Films | California, MO

Fish The West Films

Video Production Intern

California, MO (Remote)

Salary Not AvailableIntern/New GradInternship

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Own the storytelling arc for documentary-style fishing content by helping shoot, edit, and distribute social-first videos while learning the craft and building audience growth.

Content production: assist on shoots, capture BTS, and organize media across projects.
Editorial and publishing: edit reels/shorts, craft captions, schedule posts, and join editing reviews.
Learning and growth: deepen documentary storytelling skills and develop content strategy for audience growth.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Edit Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, TikToks, and Facebook content
Create engaging captions and social media posts
Assist with content scheduling and publishing
Track performance and identify successful content trends
Help brainstorm content ideas and series concepts
Assist on fishing and documentary shoots
Capture behind-the-scenes footage
Operate cameras and audio equipment (training provided if needed)
Help organize media and project files
Support production logistics and shoot preparation

Requirements

Must Have
Passion for fishing (fly fishing preferred)
Strong work ethic and positive attitude
Ability to work independently
Reliable transportation
Basic familiarity with social media platforms
Willingness to travel occasionally for shoots
Desire to learn and improve
Preferred
Experience with Adobe Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve
Photography or videography experience
Knowledge of fly-fishing culture, techniques, and terminology
Experience creating social media content
Drone experience (not required)

Preferred

Experience with Adobe Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve
Photography or videography experience
Knowledge of fly-fishing culture, techniques, and terminology
Experience creating social media content
Drone experience (not required)

Benefits

Cameras and production equipment
Travel expenses for approved shoots
Hands-on mentorship from an Emmy Award-winning filmmaker
Real-world experience in documentary filmmaking and content marketing
Access to professional production workflows

Fish The West Films

Fish the West is an independent, self‐funded fly fishing series and full‐service video production company dedicated to telling authentic, cinematic outdoor stories.Our flagship series, Fish the West, follows legendary guides, unique fisheries, and the culture of fly fishing across the American West and beyond. Each episode blends breathtaking visuals, immersive storytelling, and genuine conversations to capture the people and places that make these waters special.Beyond the series, we work with outdoor brands, outfitters, and conservation organizations to create high‐quality video content that connects. From long‐form documentaries to short‐form social campaigns, our team handles every stage of production — from concept and filming to post‐production and delivery.We operate on a Pay What It’s Worth model for Fish the West, ensuring our stories remain accessible to everyone while giving our audience the chance to directly support independent filmmaking. Every contribution fuels the next trip, the next story, and the next episode.Whether you’re a brand looking to tell your story, or a viewer passionate about supporting authentic outdoor media, Fish the West is built for those who believe the outdoors deserves to be documented with integrity and passion.

Founded in 2024

Lake Elsinore, California, USA

2 employees

fishthewestfilms.com