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Interested in joined the Diverso student team? We’re hiring!

We’re looking for sharp, growth-minded individuals interested in working alongside the next generation of filmmakers. If that’s you, keep reading.

Diverso is a student-run 501(c)3 that helps diverse student filmmakers break into the entertainment industry. Our former funders include the Lin-Manuel Miranda Family Fund, United Talent Agency, and WarnerMedia. Some of our past panelists and mentors include Barry Jenkins (Moonlight), Joe Robert Cole (Black Panther), and The Daniels (Everything Everywhere All at Once).

Though we are a student-run organization, we operate more like a professional nonprofit than a "student club." By curating fellowship programming throughout the year, team members will receive invaluable experience across development, producing, management, and more. 

All opportunities are remote and unpaid, and range from 6-10 hours per week, with potential for a paid internship over the summer. Diverso is perfect for any student looking to break into Hollywood in a hands-on, meaningful way instead of doing years of script coverage and waiting their turn from industry gatekeepers. No prior experience is necessary, but an open mind, collaborative spirit, and love for film are a must.

To apply, you must be an undergraduate student at a university or college. We highly encourage sophomores and juniors to apply for these roles, but exceptions can be made for stellar freshman and senior applicants. 

*This is not an internship but rather an opportunity to become a leader within a non-Profit. Diverso is a unique opportunity to gain real word industry experience.

Below, you will find information on what roles within our organization are available. These are meant as guidelines rather than mandates, as we're always looking for new ideas and fresh energy to be brought into Diverso:

Podcast Coordinator

• Cultivates conversations with creatives in the film industry to promote diverse perspectives

• Creates original content for Diverso for Spotify, Youtube, and Instagram

• Expands Diverso’s creative content for a broader network of students and industry professionals

Recommended Skills: Podcast/Video editing skills, Social Media Management, Public Speaking

Branding Coordinator

• Assist on special projects that increase presence across industry—coordinate and moderate panels with industry professionals (past panels include Celine Song, Alice Wu)

• Manages and produces all of Diverso’s branding and marketing

• Coordinates opportunities for students across a network of 250+ universities

• Communicates with organizations like the WGF, CAA, and UTA to secure panelists for Diverso

Recommended Skills: Graphic Design, Social Media Management

Partnerships Coordinator

• Secures funding for all paid Diverso operations: Summer Fellowship, Sundance Film Festival, etc.

• Supports the Partnerships Director in pitching to high-level executives at WarnerMedia, Sony, Blumhouse, MWM, etc.

• Produces quarterly reports detailing fundraising impact by coordinating with extensive alumni network (ultimately shared with network of 250+ universities along with agencies, production companies, studios and leading industry figures like Barry Jenkins, Chloe Zhao and Dan Lin)

• Expands funder pool by directing and producing special projects: Salon Night, short film series, etc. 

Recommended Skills: Grant Writing, Pitch Development, Public Speaking 

Proficiency in Canva and MS Office encouraged

Fellowship Coordinator

• Coordinates with top industry artists and executives to craft summer Fellowship curriculum (Barry Jenkins, The Daniels, Celine Song, etc.)

• Develops relationships with writers through hands-on development process and leading writer’s workshops

• Learns about what it takes to succeed as a writer by managing the selection process and conducting Fellow interviews

• Grows producing skillset by leading Fellowship events across Diverso’s vast network of talent, executives, and funders

This position may be a good fit for you if you’re looking to work in development, become a producer, become a writer, or learn about all aspects of the industry.

Applications close on September 22nd. If you are selected for an interview, expect to hear back by late September. Please be thoughtful in your responses as these are all highly competitive roles.

Thank you again, and please e-mail [email protected] with any questions or comments!

Apply through this link: https://www.dvrso.org/recruiting-form