Intern - Development

Job Description

Development Intern (Carnival Films)

Responsibilities

Programme Essentials

To join one of our 12-month Internships you must meet one of the following criteria:
• Currently be an undergraduate studying at University and applying for a Placement year in your 2nd or final year
• Graduating from your undergraduate degree in Summer 2025
• Looking for employment after completing A-Levels or equivalent course or an Apprenticeship

In addition, you must be eligible to work in the UK without restriction for the duration of the internship from Monday 30th June 2025 – Friday 17th July 2026

We strongly advise that you do not apply to more than 1 Internship role to ensure that you are considered for the Internship that you are most interested in and that your skills are aligned to

What will I be doing?

Carnival Films is one of the UK's leading TV Drama production companies. As Development Intern you will be assisting the development team and learning about the process of bringing scripted drama from initial idea to greenlight. The role involves managing submissions of materials, compiling project-specific research, reading and reporting on books and scripts and completing rights checks. You will provide valuable support with the day to day admin of the team including the updating of databases, managing development-related purchases, and creating and distributing weekly alerts and memos, as well as providing cover for the Development Assistant when they are away, and occasional front-of houses duties if required.

What will I learn from this opportunity?

Editorial analysis

Read and make timely assessments of material and hone editorial judgement

Research skills

Work to specific brief from writer or development staff to collate research to support project development

Project strategy

Extend understanding of how a project evolves from initial idea to a script to pitch to broadcasters

Qualifications

What do I need to bring to the role?
• A passion for Broadcasting and Media (particularly an interest in film/TV drama) with a desire to develop a career as a TV drama producer or working with writers in script development
• Attention to detail, excellent organisational skills and ability to effectively prioritise
• Ability to work with confidential materials discreetly and responsibly
• Excellent communication (both written and verbal) and strong interpersonal skills
• Strong IT skills; a confident user of Microsoft Office

The responsibilities associated with this position are not limited to the above description and may be modified at any time by the Company.

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision.

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Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rzwyv3-3-142-171-100-42 in your application.