Media Training Center

🎬 St. George Feature Film Paid Internship with Story House Film Institute – Scholarship & Credit Opportunity

*If you would like to work as a PA and not get school internship credits, use this link to apply: 

https://lynn-woodfields.submittable.com/submit/334597/st-george-pa-paid-shadow-experience

Presented by Story House Film Institute
     In collaboration with Missoula College Media, University of Montana, and Media Training Center

The Story House Film Institute in Missoula, the nonprofit educational arm of Story House, Inc., is proud to offer a unique scholarship opportunity awarding 6 academic credits through a hands-on paid internship on the feature film St. George. 

A stipend at the end of the project will be $1250 for students who complete all the required hours and training.

This immersive experience places students, alumni, and returning professionals directly on a working film set—equipping them with real-world skills, industry connections, and college credit toward their academic and career goals.

🌟 Work Alongside Esteemed Industry Talent: St. George Team

Interns will gain mentorship and experience while working with established film professionals, including the St. George executive directors:

https://www.stgeorgefilm.com/cast-crew

🎓 Start with Industry-Recognized Training

Before stepping on set, all interns will complete a required 10-hour Production Assistant (PA) Training Course through the Media Training Center at Missoula College.

This course provides essential skills and safety knowledge for working on a film set, covering:

•  Set etiquette and professional protocols  
•  Walkie talkie communication  
•  Department roles and terminology  
•  On-set safety procedures  
•  Script breakdowns and call sheets  
•  Resume building and job-readiness tools  

Upon completion, participants are certified as Production Assistants—prepared to contribute meaningfully on set and step confidently into their internship roles.

📚 About the Program

This internship is offered through the Institute’s flagship training programs:

•  Educational Training Program (ETP)
   
•  Career Pathways Training Program (CPTP)
   

In partnership with the University of Montana, Missoula College, and Media Training Center, these programs combine classroom learning with real-world experience to prepare participants for in-demand roles in:

•  Cinematography & Direction
   
•  Lighting & Set Design
   
•  Production Management
   
•  Sound & Post-Production
   
•  Media Manufacturing & Technical Trades
   

📘 Course Overview:

This 6-credit immersive course is designed to equip students with essential skills for working on professional film sets through online coursework and a 10-week internship on the feature film St. George. The program blends academic training with hands-on experience to prepare participants for careers in the film industry. 

📅 Schedule Overview:

• August – September 
  • PA Certification Course
        Online | Self-paced | 10–12 hours
    Fee: $150 (Book & Access Fee)
        Instructor: Lynn-Wood Fields
    (Includes digital badge and certificate upon completion)

    
   

• End of September-End of October 
  • Internship Placement: St. George Film Set (Missoula, MT)
        8 hours/day for 40 hours/week on-set shadowing experience over 4 weeks
        Students select and are assigned days based on production needs.

    
   

🎓 Credit Distribution:

Component Credit Hours PA Training Course (Online) 

1 credits Shadowing & Set Internship 

4 credits Weekly Reflection 

Portfolio 1 credits 

Total 6 credits

🧠 Learning Outcomes:

Students will:

• Demonstrate an understanding of film crew structure, terminology, and on-set protocols
• Communicate effectively using professional walkie etiquette
• Apply safety procedures and production paperwork standards
• Gain hands-on experience in real-world production environments
• Build a professional resume and portfolio through reflection and mentorship

Looking to work but not an internship email: lwf@storyhouse-inc.com

🎬 St. George Feature Film Paid Production Assistant Shadowing Experience with Story House Film Institute 

*if you are looking to get school internship credits, apply with this link instead: 

https://lynn-woodfields.submittable.com/submit/331696/st-george-feature-film-paid-internship-scholarship-credit-opportunity

Presented by Story House Film Institute
       In collaboration with Missoula College Media, University of Montana, and Media Training Center

A day rate will be paid for the 15-18-day shoot.

🌟 Work Alongside Esteemed Industry Talent: St. George Team

PAs will gain mentorship and experience while working with established film professionals, including the St. George executive directors:

https://www.stgeorgefilm.com/cast-crew

Timeline: End of September-End of October 

• PA's Placement: St. George Film Set (Missoula, MT)      8 hours/day for 40 hours/week on-set shadowing experience over 3 weeks     

PA's will:

• Demonstrate an understanding of film crew structure, terminology, and on-set protocols
• Communicate effectively using professional walkie etiquette
• Apply safety procedures and production paperwork standards
• Gain hands-on experience in real-world production environments
• Build a professional resume and portfolio through reflection and mentorship

Course Description: Media Training Center, with support from Rocky Mountain Rigging, is excited to announce an Introduction to Stagehands in-person course.  Montana needs over 200 trained stagehands this year to support our growing music scene. This course equips learners with the foundational skills and practical knowledge needed to thrive as a stagehand.  Normally, $300 but $100 until Nov. 1

Get trained, get in the database, and get employed.

 The courses offered over the weekend are: 

1. A focused Introduction to Stagehand course with an emphasis on training will focus on everything from safety protocols and crew communication to technical equipment handling and stage setup.
2. This course is an online, self-paced course that takes on average 5 hours to complete
3. Cost: $100 (normally $300) 

Upon completion, students earn a digital badge and are granted access to an exclusive online database of Montana stagehands, simplifying the path to employment.


 

Course Description:

Media Training Center is excited to announce our online Rapid Training Courses in the Film and Media Trades that will enable Montanans to quickly gain the skills needed to join the state’s fast-growing Film and Media industry.

These Film and Media Rapid Training Courses are offered online for self-paced learners. It takes an average of 10-15 hours with 10 modules. 

The courses offered over the weekend are:

1. A focused Introduction to Production course with an emphasis on training to become a Production Assistant. This PA course will focus on film lingo, equipment names, paperwork, and walkie-talkie protocol. 
2. Cost $500
3. Upon completion, receive a virtual badge and go into our database to share with hiring film/media producers. 

Course Description:

Media Training Center and Billings CTE High School is excited to announce our online Rapid Training Courses in the Film and Media Trades that will enable Montanans to quickly gain the skills needed to join the state’s fast-growing Film and Media industry.

These Film and Media Rapid Training Courses are offered online for self-paced learners. It takes an average of 10-15 hours with 10 modules. 

The courses offered over the weekend are:

1. A focused Introduction to Production course emphasizing training to become a Production Assistant. This PA course will focus on film lingo, equipment names, paperwork, and walkie-talkie protocol. 
2. Upon completion, receive a virtual badge and go into our database to share with hiring film/media producers. 

Course Description:

Media Training Center and Big Sky High School are excited to announce our online Rapid Training Courses in the Film and Media Trades. This will enable Montanans to quickly gain the skills needed to join the state’s fast-growing Film and Media industry.

These Film and Media Rapid Training Courses are offered online for self-paced learners. It takes an average of 10-15 hours with 10 modules. 

The courses offered over the weekend are:

1. A focused Introduction to Production course emphasizing training to become a Production Assistant. This PA course will focus on film lingo, equipment names, paperwork, and walkie-talkie protocol. 
2. Upon completion, receive a virtual badge and go into our database to share with hiring film/media producers. 

Course Description:

Media Training Center and Billings High School are excited to announce online Rapid Training Courses in the Film/Media Trades and Live Music events that will enable Montanans to quickly gain the skills needed to join the state’s fast-growing Film and Live music industry.

What: 

1. A focused Introduction to Production course with an emphasis on training to become a Production Assistant. This PA course will focus on film lingo, equipment names, paperwork, and walkie-talkie protocol.    
2. A focused introduction to the Stagehand course. This course equips learners with the foundational skills and practical knowledge needed to thrive as a stagehand. It covers everything from safety protocols and crew communication to the handling of technical equipment and stage setup.                                 
   1. These courses will be covered in the classroom
   2. Cost: (FREE) for high school students who qualify.