Mia Renee Henry grew up “all in the family” of entertainment. “My dad was one of the first Black cameramen ABC hired back in ’78,” she recalls proudly, noting that her mother writes screenplays and a cousin directs indie films. That lineage opened doors, but her path has been anything but conventional.

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For more than two decades Drew Leung has been the secret weapon behind blockbuster worlds—one of the “top concept artists in the industry,” as he puts it. His paintings shaped franchises like Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and last year’s Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, but something was missing. “I’d spent my whole career illustrating other people’s ideas,” he says. “My ultimate goal is… I want to tell stories, that’s it.”

We are looking for emerging film industry creators whose work embodies our mission's principles. Creators should consider themselves actively looking for ways to expand their networks, grow creatively, and support to advance their projects. Applications are due by 11:59 PM EST, August 15th of each year, with late applications being accepted until 11:59 PM EST, September 1st. All applications must be submitted with their appropriate application fees.

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At Snarky Elephant Productions, we don’t do busywork. We build stories that shift culture. As a mission-driven film and media company based in Brooklyn, we champion underrepresented voices and unapologetically challenge the status quo. Our internship program is more than just a resume booster, it’s a proving ground for the next generation of fearless creatives.

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This summer, we’re thrilled to introduce two powerhouse interns who embody the spirit of Snarky: Ava Mingo and Hannah Tsai Kim. Their talent, voice, and vision are already making waves in the work we do, and we couldn’t be more excited to have them join our team.