Spring Intern - TV Business Affairs JD

Job Description

Be a part of an innovative team and culture…

Disney Entertainment Television is a collection of renowned content brands at The Walt Disney Company creating original entertainment and news programming for the company's streaming platforms Disney+, Hulu and Star, and its broadcast and cable networks. Its extensive portfolio is comprised of ABC Entertainment, ABC News, ABC Owned Television Stations, Disney Branded Television, Freeform, FX, Hulu Originals, National Geographic Content and Onyx Collective, in addition to Disney Television Studios, which include 20th Television, 20th Television Animation, ABC Signature and Walt Disney Television Alternative. Responsible for over 4,500 hours of programming a year across more than 300 programs of all genres, Disney Entertainment Television's creative brands are at the forefront of groundbreaking storytelling, captivating audiences and generating critical acclaim. In 2023, Disney Entertainment Television's programming excellence earned 163 Emmy® nominations across daytime, primetime, news & documentary, and children's & family categories.

The Twentieth Television Business Affairs Department negotiates deals and drafts agreements for above-the-line talent (producers, writers, directors, actors and casting directors) and underlying rights for scripted, live-action television programs that Twentieth Television produces for a wide variety of platforms (broadcast, cable and streaming). The Department also provides support for the series, and other departments within the studio (e.g. development, production, finance, legal), and is involved in other ancillary activities.

A Day in the Life…

As an intern, you'll be involved in a variety of exciting projects that will challenge and develop your skillset. Projects/work will include drafting deal memos and short form agreements along with playing the role of an information hub by distributing negotiation updates, closed deals, and signed agreements between different departments.

What we are looking for…

We are seeking hard-working individuals who have a passion for entertainment law, negotiation theory, and the television business. This is your chance to gain hands-on experience in an encouraging and creative environment!

While prior experience in media/entertainment is a plus, it's not a deal-breaker. Here are the basic qualifications we're looking for:
• Strong interest in entertainment law, the television business, and/or negation theory/strategy (relevant coursework is a bonus)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook is a must and familiarity with OneNote is highly desirable
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and meet deadlines under pressure
• A detailed-oriented approach, even when processing a large volume of documents

Required Education:
• All students must be currently enrolled in a Juris Doctorate (JD) degree program.

Preferred Education:
• Preference shown for students who are in at least the second year of their JD degree program.

The pay rate for this internship in California is $41.40 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.

Program Eligibility
• 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.
• Must provide own relocation, housing and transportation. Position is located in Los Angeles, CA.
• The approximate dates of this internship are January 2024 - May 2024.
• Candidate must be available to work part time hours (approximately 24 hours per week) for the duration of the internship.

The pay rate for this internship in California is $41.40 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.

This position is with Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation, which is part of a business we call ABC.

Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d8bk6k-216-73-216-202-42 in your application.