Spring Intern - ABC Entertainment Casting

Job Description

Be a part of an innovative team and culture…

The ABC Entertainment Casting team is responsible for overseeing the casting process for pilot shows and current programming on ABC. Our team creates a supportive team environment where each member feels comfortable and we encourage one another to share opinions and thoughts. We help find new ways to approach challenging situations and problem solve. We encourage growth and thinking outside the box. We encourage all members to work together and have fun! If you are eager to learn more about casting from a busy network casting department, then this role might be a great fit for you!

A Day in the Life…

As an intern with the ABC Entertainment Casting team, you will assist with the day-to-day responsibilities of the team. You will assist the department in administrative duties, as well as finding up-and-coming talent. You will have the opportunity to learn about network casting for pilot shows and current programming. You will help the team find new and creative ways to work together with an eye toward quality and efficiency.

Your role may include:
• Assisting in reviewing the casting materials of current and future projects
• Assisting with the casting and/or production of the Disney Television Discovers: Talent Showcase, among other initiatives
• Providing support with basic uploading of auditions to Cast It, using Breakdown Services, and internal note taking.
• Updating our actor databases, session sheets, and other various internal documents.
• Supporting current Assistant with data entry and scheduling

What we are looking for…
• Someone who can maintain standards of strict confidentiality with respect to all matters and documents
• Experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Experience using both Mac and PC operating systems
• Experience working in and scheduling with Zoom
• A high attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

(Preferred Qualifications)
• Experience using Breakdown Express/Eco Cast, Cast It, and IMDBPro
• Experience with YouTube, Vimeo, WeTransfer, and other video sharing sites
• A strong interest in television, casting, and the entertainment industry
• Previous experience in entertainment and casting

Preferred Education:
• Recent graduate within 6 months preferred

Additional Information:
• Must 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 OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Professional Internship
• Must be at least 18 years of age​
• Must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program. ​
• Must possess unrestricted work authorization
• Program length -- The approximate dates of this internship are January 2024 through June 2024
• Work details -- Must be able to work full time hours (approximately 40 per week) Monday-Friday 10AM-6PM/ 11AM-7PM ET
• Must be able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the session
• Housing -- Must provide own housing for the duration internship program in the New York, NY area
• Transportation -- Must have reliable transportation to/from work

The pay rate for this role in New York is $21.70 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

About Disney Entertainment Television:

The Disney Entertainment Television group creates original entertainment and news content for the Company's streaming platforms and its cable and broadcast networks.

This position is with American Broadcasting Companies, Inc., which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment Television.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rey452-18-191-163-22-42 in your application.