Production Intern

About the role

Tombras, a 600+ person, full-service, national advertising agency with a digital mindset, is seeking a Production Intern. You'll be joining one of the top independent agencies in North America, recognized by AdAge, Adweek, Communication Arts, Fast Company, Forbes and Fortune. Tombras was recently named 2025 AdAge Agency of the Year and 2024 AdAge Independent Agency of the Year.

What To Expect

Commitment to an 8.5 week, paid internship of $18 an hour starting on 9/23/26 and ending on 11/20/26 with a maximum of 25 hours per week.

What You'll Be Doing

• Assist producers with research, scheduling, casting, and location scouting
• Assist producers with administrative duties of the department, booking crews, talent agency outreach, answering calls/emails, arranging travel, making photocopies, ordering equipment, and maintaining production supplies
• Assist producers and project managers on logistics for studio and location shoots
• Provide general assistance during shoots in the studio and on location as a Production Assistant (PA); tasks may include setting up areas for prop or food stylists, client areas, pulling props, assisting the art department, being on-camera talent, assisting talent and freelance crew during arrival/departure, taking lunch orders, and cleaning up with the crew during wrap
• Assist in the creation of various documents, files, orders, budgets, scripts, and research material
• Take notes during creative and pre-production meetings
• Assist with logistics during the shoot week
• Provide daily support to production leads
• Complete special projects as needed or requested

What You Bring

• Candidates should have prior work or life experience in a relevant field, be currently enrolled as a Senior in a Bachelor's program, or a recent graduate with a major in Media, Marketing, Advertising, or similar field (a degree is not required)
• 1+ years of experience working with or studying video, photography, or editing
• Must have an independent spirit, entrepreneurial attitude, and a drive for innovation
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with the production team including producers, directors, and creatives both verbally and in writing
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and keep a team on schedule
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment
• Must be a team player who genuinely enjoys working with others
• Must have a positive attitude and encourage collaboration
• Proficiency in Excel and Word
• Proficiency in various social media platforms
• Must have a driver's license and reliable car

Why You'll Want To Work At Tombras

• Family – It comes first on every list. Tombras has been family-run since day one. We strive to facilitate a family-oriented environment rooted in supporting one another.
• Dog-friendly offices
• A company culture of promotions from within and an atmosphere allowing for varied and rapid career development.