Summer Intern - Screen Gems Development

Job Description

Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) is a subsidiary of Sony Entertainment Inc., a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Corporation. SPE's global operations encompass motion picture production, acquisition and distribution; television production, acquisition and distribution; television networks; digital content creation and distribution; operation of studio facilities; and development of new entertainment products, services and technologies. For additional information, go to http://www.sonypictures.com

The Sony Pictures Entertainment Internship program offers a unique opportunity 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 allow you to build your resume, experience and develop your skills further. You will be provided with challenging tasks, real-world experience, valuable networking opportunities, and many educational and social opportunities while on the lot. This Summer Internship is from May/June through August and all candidates must be able to work 40 hours a week, Monday through Friday.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:

Screen Gems Pictures develops and produces genre thrillers, romantic comedies, and horror themed theatrical motion pictures as a stand-alone unit under the auspices of the Sony Pictures Entertainment Worldwide Motion Picture Group. Since Screen Gems is a small division and has full responsibility for bringing its product to market, our interns are exposed to all aspects of ''making movies'' as well as what it is like to work for one of the Major motion picture companies.

Screen Gems is searching for creative minded, hard-working and driven candidates for a development internship. Over the course
of the internship, the intern will learn about the Screen Gems brand and the production process (i.e. creative development, casting).

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Reading and providing coverage for incoming submissions and project drafts
• Research and compile lists / vision boards of potential actors, directors and writers for upcoming films Additional support with project-related research for films in creative development
• Assistant with ad-hoc projects and administrative duties

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Relevant education or experience in development
• Passion and focus on filmed entertainment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Web/tech savvy to monitor and evaluate trending topics, and ideas on social media
• Good eye for creative materials and topics in the zeitgeist, which will aid executives in brainstorming for projects
• Experience covering desks

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Undergraduate student studying in relevant field able to work part time hours while in school

* Sony Pictures - CA - Culver City Area & Studios

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d5m6eg-3-14-79-99-42 in your application.