Entering the multimedia world starts with real experience, and internships are often the first step. This four-part series guides students through the wide range of multimedia internship opportunities across film, television, live events, and theatre. Each article explores what these internships look like, the skills they build, and the behind-the-scenes roles students can step into. Whether you’re aiming for the stage, the screen, or the production booth, these articles help you navigate your path into the industry.
Launching your film career: The LAFSC experience
The Los Angeles Film Studies Center (LAFSC) internship program offers Olivet Nazarene University film students hands-on experience with the entertainment industry according to its website. It is a blend of educational exposure, applied internship experiences, and guided practice sessions, leading people on the path to Hollywood. Gabriel Meinert, a senior majoring in multimedia communicaiton with…
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Gain Hands-On Experience Through CMC Nashville
As the lights of Kresge Auditorium fade to black, a glowing monitor shines onto Isaiah White’s face. The Nova Tour is about to begin. For White, however, this isn’t just any show. It’s also the beginning of the final exam for his internship. What is CMC? Live Event Media Management students must choose between two…
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Behind the Curtain: Theatre Internships
Every great performance begins long before the lights rise. For students pursuing theatre, internships open the door to real-world creativity, mentorship, and the magic of live production. In this article, we dive into the experiences, challenges, and opportunities that help young artists grow behind the scenes. For students pursuing a career in theatre, internships are…
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PBS Internship: The TV/Video Experience
As a Communication student, finding an internship that applies to your concentration can be challenging. With so many, or so few options, how do you go about finding an internship and deciding which one you want to pursue? Teddy Vardaros is a senior studying TV/Video Production here at Olivet. It was during the Summer of…
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About this project:
This project was created by Ella Carder, Reese Dosemagen, Eric Lockwood, and Abigail Seils as a part of a final project for the multimedia storytelling class at Olivet Nazarene University.
