Summer Intern - Programming and Merchandising, New Media

Job Description

PROGRAM DETAILS:
Our Emerging Talent Programs, which includes Interns, Trainees, and Finance Rotational Associates, offer unique opportunities for students, recent graduates, and emerging talent to work alongside the teams that come together to create movies, TV shows, and other great experiences. These seasonal, paid assignments provide meaningful and productive work that builds on your experience and develops your skills further. You will be provided with challenging tasks, real-world experience, and many educational and social networking opportunities.

This Summer Internship is from May/June through August 29th (start and end dates are flexible based on school schedules) and all candidates must be able to work 40 hours a week, Monday through Friday in person in the specified office location. This position is ideal for a student enrolled in an accredited college or university interested in continuing their education through professional experience.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:

New Media Distribution seeks to find innovative ways to bring consumers' attention to SPE content via cutting edge technology. The department is further split into Tech, Commercial and Programming teams.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Storefront Merchandising 30%: Collaborate with the Programming and Merchandising team with planning and implementing storefront promotions and placements across multiple platforms and global markets. This includes compiling translations, sourcing and prepping artwork and promotional assets.
• Content Programming 20%: Assist in the content curation and editorial calendar planning for monthly storefront refreshes across each platform. Support the team with quarterly SVOD title selections for both domestic and international.
• FAST Programming 35%: Support FAST Team in assisting with channel QC, market research, data review and any marketing needs.
• System Improvements 10%: Assist with creating efficiencies & improvements to CMS tools.
• Other 5%: Offer general support for any ad hoc projects.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Major or focus in media, television, communications, film or business
• Knowledge of entertainment, new media & technology
• Basic PC skills (Outlook, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Entrepreneurial spirit and attitude, professional courage, initiative, and innovation
• Strong organizational skills, multi-tasking & attention to detail essential
• Strong communication (verbal/written) skills.
• The ability to work well with others and collaborate across the organization to achieve department goals.  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Passionate and knowledgeable about film/TV and the digital media landscape.
• Stays current with pop culture and industry trends.

The anticipated base salary for this position is $19/hour. This role may also qualify for comprehensive benefits. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position.

Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.

SPE will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable law.

To request an accommodation for purposes of participating in the hiring process, you may contact us at SPE_Accommodation_Assistance@spe.sony.com.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r77p09-18-220-123-26-42 in your application.