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Summer 2021 - K&L Production & Development Internship

K&L Productions is a film and television company owned by Kay Cannon and Laverne McKinnon. Kay is a Director (CINDERELLA, BLOCKERS), Writer (Pitch Perfect franchise, 30 Rock), and the Executive Producer/Showrunner/Creator of Girlboss on Netflix. Laverne is the former head of programming at EPIX, EVP of Drama Development at CBS and the Executive Producer of Girlboss.
 
This semester-long, digital internship opportunity is for driven students who are interested in producing and development and want to take their skill set to the next level. This is a rigorous opportunity designed for students who are passionate about writing, administration, research and collaboration.
 
Basic Qualifications: What you bring to the role …
  • A willingness to take on new projects and take direction
  • A positive attitude and a creative spirit
  • Knowledge of film and television and the ability to articulate your ideas
  • Proficient skills in Word, PowerPoint and Excel
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Detail oriented and highly organized
 
Internship Eligibility:
  • Must possess unrestricted work authorization
  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Must currently be enrolled in an accredited college or university taking at least one class
  • The internship must be for school credit
  • Must provide own housing and transportation
  • Must be able to have a consistent, reliable schedule through the internship
  • Available to intern between the hours of 10am - 6pm, ideally 3-5 days per week
 
Internship Learning Outcomes:
  • You will learn how to write coverage
  • You will learn how to create and maintain databases
  • You will learn how to conduct research for feature and television projects
  • You will be exposed to the development process from idea to pitch
  • You will learn how to take notes in creative meetings
  • You will learn the various roles and responsibilities of producers and executives
  • You will be exposed to how the studio and network system operates
  • You will learn how to create and maintain target hit lists for projects
  • You will learn elements of the worlds of comedy, dramedy and drama
  • You will learn how to grow your network in a professional setting
 
Please email cover letter and resume to Katherine at: productionskandl@gmail.com


About K&L Productions

K&L’s mission is to tell stories that touch, move and inspire the world.
K&L Productions is a film and television company owned by Kay Cannon and Laverne McKinnon. Kay is a Director (BLOCKERS), Writer (Pitch Perfect franchise, 30 Rock), and the Executive Producer/Showrunner/Creator of Girlboss on Netflix. Laverne is the former head of programming at EPIX, EVP of Drama Development at CBS and the Executive Producer of Girlboss. K&L’s mission is to tell stories that touch, move and inspire the world.