Disney Branded Television
Location
Burbank, CA | United States
Job description
About the Role & Program
Do you have a love for preschool aged content and ever wonder what it takes to develop content for children? Disney Junior team is seeking an intern who will be a phenomenal addition to the team. We are responsible for developing and producing shorts, series and original movies for air. Disney Junior is the first entrance for children into the Disney family and entertains children aged 2 to 7 with magical stories that come from the heart. We are the channel behind such hits as “Spidey and his Amazing Friends ,” "Super Kitties", “Doc McStuffins,” “Sofia the First,” and “Elena of Avalor.” Our department encompasses development and current production as well as educational and outreach-based research. If you are someone that is interested in learning more about animation production, story development for television, and children’s entertainment then this role is excellent for you!
If selected for the role, you will report directly to the Manager, Current Series at Disney Junior.
What You Will Do
You will be exposed to the day-to-day of the creative animation process from a network point of view in a high-volume office. You will hone a creative eye towards both current series and development properties. We are seeking a candidate that has previous experience providing administrative support to work closely with the assistants on the team to provide support to executives and departmental needs. You will also gain valuable exposure to many departments within both Disney Branded Television and the larger Walt Disney Company.
Responsibilities include but not limited to:
Daily industry trades coverage
Supporting assistants with administrative duties such as filing/server organization, answering phones, scheduling meetings, data backup
Research projects regarding both new talent and competitive landscape
Opportunity to read and review designs, scripts, animatics, animation along with executives
Read and review scripts, books, comics as requested and provide coverage
Required Qualifications & Skills
Particular curiosity in animation or children’s entertainment
Enthusiastic attitude and willingness to learn
Experience using Mac and PC
Experience using Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred Qualifications
Strong desire to work in preschool entertainment and animation
Previous education or experience in a related field (TV, film, children’s education/development)
Previous administrative support is a plus
Education
A recent graduate within 6 month or a student studying in their senior year in Television or Film, Animation, Writing, or Children’s Psychology/Development
Eligibility Requirements & Program Information
Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:
Be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months at time of application posting OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship
Be at least 18 years of age
Possess unrestricted work authorization
Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney Internship or Disney College Program
Additional Information
Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
The approximate dates of this internship are June 2024 through December 2024
Fully available from Monday through Friday, 9am to 6pm PT for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each week
Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program in the Burbank, CA area
Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work
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