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About Production House

Production House is a Chicago-based video production company rooted in the belief that stories have power. We specialize in authentic, emotionally resonant storytelling across documentaries, commercial campaigns, social series, and original content. Our work spans a wide range of topics—from sports and fashion to education, beauty, lifestyle, and corporate sectors—and we’re committed to elevating stories that inspire action and foster human connection.

Based out of Fort Knox Studios, our team blends creativity with strategic thinking to craft content that is thoughtful, cinematic, and grounded in universal truths.

  • Hybrid • Chicago (Fort Knox Studios) • 6-Month Internship • 40–80 hrs/month • $30/hr

    About the Role

    Production House is looking for a highly organized, detail-driven Producing/Coordinating Intern who can think both big picture and granular. You’ll play a hands-on role in bringing projects to life—from prepping commercial shoots and social series to supporting our original documentary and narrative content.

    You’ll gain real-world experience across pre-production, production, and post, working with clients and on topics in sports, fashion + beauty, education, lifestyle, and corporate sectors.

    What You’ll Do

    • Assist with pre-production planning, including booking crew, talent, and studio resources

    • Build and track production schedules, call sheets, and workflow documents

    • Secure gear rentals and plan travel logistics for local and out-of-state shoots

    • Support on set with time management, talent coordination, craft services, and general production needs

    • Help track expenses and documentation for Illinois Film Tax Credit eligibility

    • Conduct research to support pitches, proposals, and story development

    • Assist with project organization and file management

    What We’re Looking For

    • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks at once

    • Reliability, focus, and a proactive approach to problem-solving

    • Interest in production logistics and the behind-the-scenes mechanics of filmmaking

    • Clear communicator who thrives in fast-moving environments

    • Comfortable working hybrid: in-office at Fort Knox Studios, on set, and remote

    How to Apply

    Please send to agacka@productionhousechicago.com :

    1. A simple resume

    2. A thoughtful cover letter that clearly demonstrates:

      • Your understanding of the Producing/Coordinating role

      • How your skills and personality fit the responsibilities

      • Why you want to work with Production House

    Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

  • Hybrid • Chicago (Fort Knox Studios) • 6-Month Internship • 40–80 hrs/month • $30/hr

    About the Role

    Production House is seeking a curious, open-minded Creative/Development Intern who loves storytelling in all its forms—whether it’s documentary, narrative, commercial, or social content. You’ll contribute to projects spanning sports, fashion + beauty, education, lifestyle, and corporate topics, helping shape ideas and stories that resonate across platforms.

    What You’ll Do

    • Support the development of briefs, one-pagers, treatments, and script drafts

    • Contribute to ideation around new projects and original content

    • Conduct research to better understand story worlds, characters, and social trends

    • Assist with concept development for commercials, social series, and branded content

    • Help shape content strategy and audience-building plans for social platforms

    • Support pitch decks and proposals with writing, structure, and creative input

    What We’re Looking For

    • A love for storytelling across genres and formats

    • Curiosity about people, cultures, and real-world stories

    • A grounded sense of humor and the ability to find insight in everyday moments

    • Strong writing skills and an ability to communicate ideas clearly

    • Interest in how stories move on social platforms and build audiences

    • Comfortable working hybrid: in-office at Fort Knox Studios, on set as needed, and remote

    How to Apply

    Please send to agacka@productionhousechicago.com :

    1. A simple resume

    2. A strong cover letter that:

      • Shows you understand the creative/development role

      • Demonstrates your writing voice and curiosity

      • Explains why you’re a great fit for our storytelling approach

      • Highlights any relevant creative work or interests

    Creative mindset is more important than experience — let your cover letter show us who you are.

  • Hybrid • Chicago (Fort Knox Studios) • 6-Month Internship • 40–80 hrs/month • $30/hr

    About the Role

    Production House is looking for an Editing/Post-Production Intern with a strong interest in documentary-style storytelling, while also being comfortable working on narrative content. You should enjoy digging through footage, discovering moments, and helping shape simple story assemblies that set the foundation for final edits across a wide range of projects.

    You’ll work across topics in sports, fashion + beauty, education, lifestyle, and corporate sectors, supporting both short-form and long-form projects.

    What You’ll Do

    • Organize footage, sync media, and maintain project folders for both documentary and narrative projects

    • Pull selects and assemble rough scenes or story beats to support early edits

    • Assist editors with stringouts, story edits, and preparing timelines for documentary, narrative, commercial, and social content

    • Help manage project media, proxies, and exports

    • Support both short-form social content and longer-form documentary/narrative work

    • Collaborate with the creative and producing teams to ensure edits align with story and project goals

    What We’re Looking For

    • Strong interest in documentary storytelling and a willingness to work within narrative structures

    • Organizational skills with attention to detail in media management

    • Ability to identify emotional beats, character moments, and narrative structure within raw footage

    • Familiarity with Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, or similar editing software

    • Curiosity and willingness to become invested in a wide range of topics and client industries

    • Comfortable working hybrid: in-office at Fort Knox Studios, remote, and occasional on-set support

    How to Apply

    Please send to agacka@productionhousechicago.com :

    1. A simple resume

    2. A thoughtful cover letter that:

      • Shows you understand the editing role and its focus on story

      • Demonstrates how you think about documentary and narrative structure

      • Explains what draws you to editing and why this internship is a fit

      • Links to any past projects, edits, or reels