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Programming Intern
Starz Entertainment
Los Angeles, CA, United States
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Original Programming Intern
We have an outstanding internship opportunity in our Original Programming team. It is our goal to give our intern a big-picture understanding of how a network operates as well as a set of skills that will help them stand out in their future industry endeavors as desirable hires in a competitive pool of applicants.
We hope they will leave with an understanding of:
Job Summary:
• The various roles in the industry (agents, network execs, studio execs, producers, etc.)
• How to write coverage
• How to write development notes
• How the development process works: from pitching to development through production
• Practical administrative skills (by shadowing assistants on a desk):
◦ Learning how to answer phones and roll calls
◦ Outlook/email – how to correspond, schedule, and general organization
◦ Development terminology
Required Skills:
• An interest in the Entertainment Industry; writing, directing, development, etc.
• Strong passion for and knowledge of current scripted television
• Strong writing background
• Currently enrolled undergraduate student entering your junior or senior year
STARZ (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that provides premium subscription video programming on domestic U.S. pay television networks and produces and distributes content for worldwide audiences, including its investment in the STARZ PLAY Arabia OTT service.
STARZ is the ultimate destination for obsessable TV, movies and more. Characters who pull you in and stories that stay with you. From bold Original Series to the best movies, whatever you love, STARZ ignites your passions.
STARZ offers a competitive compensation package and an attractive benefits program to all eligible employees including a variety of healthcare plans, dental and vision insurance, 401k, life/disability insurance. Eligible employees will enjoy paid time off in the form of vacation and company holidays.
STARZ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means that all applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of gender, age, race, national origin, disability, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, STARZ will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.