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Lucasfilm-ILM Visual Effects Production Intern, Summer 2025
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10108417 Location San Francisco, California, United States Business Industrial Light & Magic Date posted Jan. 07, 2025Job Summary:
About the Role & Program
The ILM Visual Effects Global Production department is responsible for strategic oversight of all visual effects at the studio, including work on Star Wars and other IP in feature films, Television, theme park experiences, commercial tie-ins, etc. This department works with Executives and Producers to budget, plan, and staff for projects and then oversees production handled by the individual teams assigned at Industrial Light & Magic.
As our intern, you will provide administrative and back up support to the VFX production team working on various projects while gaining an opportunity to learn about the production environment and process at ILM.
The approximate dates of this in-person internship are June 2025-August 2025 in San Francisco, CA.
What You Will Do
The VFX Intern will primarily take direction from the Production Manager and will handle a variety of administrative, research, special projects and various tasks related to VFX Production on any of the projects under the VFX Umbrella described above. You may have dedicated time on a particular project or may help as needed across the breadth of projects in production, including:
- Managing show life-cycle reports
- Acting as a Production assistant
- Coordinating details and schedules for Departmental meetings
- Hosting guests and executives during their time onsite
Required Qualifications and Skills
Please apply if you have/are :
- Technical competence on PC platform and Mac with an understanding in Microsoft Word, Excel and Google Mail
- A general understanding of the film and VFX process, with a desire to work in the industry
- Strong interpersonal skills and experience interacting effectively with diverse personalities
- Strong time management skills with the ability to multitask and shift priorities quickly in response to changing circumstances.
- Excellent organizational and follow through skills.
- Proven ability to work autonomously and in team settings with a positive, proactive attitude.
Education
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Media, or related degree
Eligibility Requirements & Program Information
Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:
- Be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree taking at least one class at time of application OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship. Current Disney Interns, College, International, or Culinary Program Participants: You may only work for ONE consecutive year (12 months) in any combination of an internship and/or program.
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Possess unrestricted work authorization
Additional Information
- Must be able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
- The approximate dates of this internship are early June 2025- August 2025
- Must be Fully available between to work during standard business hours, as well as flexibility to work some evening/weekend events as needed
- Must provide own housing and reliable transportation during the internship in the San Francisco, CA area
The pay rate for this role in CA is $22.00 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
About Industrial Light & Magic:
Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with Lucasfilm Ent Co Ltd, LLC Payroll Svc, which is part of a business we call Industrial Light & Magic.
Lucasfilm Ent Co Ltd, LLC Payroll Svc is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.