This role will sit within the internal Sony Pictures Entertainment, International TV Production department where the team is spread across both Manchester and London. With a focus on developing and producing high-end TV drama content and filming happening in various locations globally, this is a lively function with various projects happening at once. This is a brilliant opportunity to join a highly collaborative department with lots of potential projects on the horizon. With continuous growth encouraged for the team, we are looking for someone who is motivated to grow and develop within a successful production business. The internship will be based within Sony's in-house International Production team in Manchester. Although the main focus will be to support the Head of Production, there will be opportunities to work with and collaborate with all areas of the department, including development, pre and post-production and alongside SPE's corporate functions.
Key Responsibilities:
* Gain insight into what it takes to develop a show and sell it internationally, as well as how shows are produced locally in different markets across the globe.
* Working with the development and production team, you will have the opportunity to see how ideas are formed and sculpted within the company into fully formed scripts that can be turned into productions.
* You will be exposed to all aspects of the production process from development through to commissioning, the greenlight process, then into production through post-production onto delivery.
How We Take Care of You:
* A choice of comprehensive health plan options that fit your lifestyle including private medical insurance.
* Rest and recharge during a week off during the winter holidays, in addition to the 25 days of paid annual leave.
* Participate in extensive learning & development opportunities at all levels, including curated instructor-led classes and high-impact online resources.
* Build your community by joining our Employee Business Resource Groups, and/or Sony Pictures Action - our racial equity and inclusion strategy.
* Access to an employee online store filled with a variety of discounted Sony products.
* Automatic enrolment in the Company's Pension Plan.
* Free counselling and advisory service.
* You will be automatically enrolled in the Company's Life Insurance and Group Income Protection Plans subject to any applicable service requirements.
* The opportunity to attend various social events in our state-of-the-art offices in Paddington.
* In addition to the above, we have a range of other optional discounted benefits that are reviewed regularly (e.g., gym memberships, travel insurance, activity passes, car leasing, experience days and many more!).
Minimum Requirements:
* Ideally studying or finished a media/Film/TV related degree or equivalent.
* Good knowledge of Microsoft Office.
* Keen interest and basic understanding of the scripted TV industry.
* Organised with the ability to flex between numerous projects.
* A positive and proactive attitude.
* Strong inclination to take initiative and tackle problems independently.
* Thrive working in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and last-minute deadlines.
* Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships internally and externally.
Sony Pictures Entertainment is committed to equal opportunity in all its employment practices, policies, and procedures. No worker or potential worker will therefore receive less favourable treatment due to their race, age, creed, sexual orientation, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, religion, gender, marital status or Trade Union membership (if applicable).
This role will be a full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract starting in July 2025 and will be paid London living wage. This role is based in Manchester.
Application Process:
To be considered for this role you will need to provide your CV and a 1-page cover letter outlining the following:
* What three key skills do you have that would make you succeed in this role?
* Why do you want to work at Sony Pictures Television?
* What would you like to gain out of this experience?
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