Annapurna Pictures is an American film production company founded by Megan Ellison in 2011. The company has earned a reputation for producing sophisticated, director-driven films with distinct creative visions. Annapurna has expanded beyond film production to include Annapurna Television, Annapurna Interactive (video games), and Annapurna Animation. The company is known for backing projects from acclaimed filmmakers and has been involved in the production of numerous Academy Award-nominated films.
Internship Opportunities
About Annapurna Pictures
- Film Production: Annapurna produces and finances critically acclaimed, auteur-driven films across various genres. Notable productions include "Zero Dark Thirty," "Her," "American Hustle," "Phantom Thread," "Booksmart," and "If Beale Street Could Talk."
- Distribution: Through Annapurna Releasing and partnerships with other distributors, the company distributes its productions to theaters and other platforms.
- Annapurna Television: Creates scripted television programming across platforms, with projects including "Succession" (developed before moving to HBO) and "The Plot Against America."
- Annapurna Interactive: The company's video game division publishes innovative, narrative-driven games from independent developers.
- Annapurna Animation: Develops and produces animated features with distinctive creative voices.
Internship Program
Annapurna Pictures participates in the Academy Gold Rising internship program, offering opportunities for students and emerging professionals to gain experience in the film industry.
- Academy Gold Rising: A film industry internship enhancement and mentorship program that connects interns from across the industry with Academy members, education programs, and resources.
- Eligibility: Typically, internship candidates should be undergraduate or graduate students, or have graduated within the past year.
- Application Process: Applications are typically submitted through the Academy Gold program, with specific requirements for each participating company.
- Duration: Internships generally run during the summer months, with specific dates announced in the application information.