Intern - Program Publicity

Job Description

STARZ Program Publicity is seeking an intern for Summer 2021. This intern will be working closely with the New York Program Publicity team to assist with daily tasks and series publicity campaigns. Experience in public relations, multitasking, critical thinking, and communications highly preferred.

Responsibilities
• Gathering daily press clips for upcoming STARZ series

• Researching & contributing to the brainstorming of campaign event pitches, strategy, and events

• Creating and maintaining an events calendar, and other public relations documents

• Drafting tune ins, media alerts & press releases

• Updating and drafting some press materials

• Building show specific press lists and contact sheets

• Assisting with talent itineraries

Skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Knowledge of Google Docs and Microsoft Office

• Knowledge of press outlets, and keeping up to date on latest trends in film and television

• Critical thinker, uses all available resources

• Can multitask and prioritize multiple projects

• Seeking a degree in Publicity, Public Relations, Communications, Media, Liberal Arts or a similar field

Internship Details

Lionsgate Virtual Remote Internship Program –Summer 2021

Program Dates: June 21st–August 27th, 2021

The Lionsgate Internship Program is designed to identify, recruit and develop a diverse group of students that will gain meaningful educational experiences, professional growth and career opportunities.
**Lionsgate has remote/virtual positions available within the United States to qualified individuals who live in certain areas of the United States. Remote opportunities are not available in all areas--specific questions about virtual/remote positions will be discussed during the interview process with your recruiter.**

Please read the following information carefully before submitting an application.

Important Dates

The Lionsgate Summer 2021 Internship program dates are: June 21st–August 27th, 2021.

All interns are required to attend orientation on Monday, June 21st, 2021.

Details
• All internships will be virtual and remote

• Interns can work a minimum of 30 hours/week and up to a maximum of 40 hours/week

• Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree during the length of the program

• Interns must be current rising juniors through recent grads (within 6 months of internship start date)

• Graduate students are eligible to apply

• Interns must be available to work for the entire length of the program

• All internships are paid

To Apply

All candidates must submit a resume (PDF preferred) toyour preferred area(s) of interest. The program offers internship opportunities in many departments, so candidates applying should keep in mind that they may be considered for departments not listed.
• Submit a 1-paged resume (PDF preferred)

• Submit a cover letter (Optional)

• Explain why your background and experience make you a great fit for Lionsgate &

Business Unit Overview

Starz
With the Company aligning its studio operations behind the growth of its streaming business, Starz has become one of the pre-eminent modern premium global streaming platforms. Offering subscribers more than 7.500 television episodes, including Starz original series and provocative documentaries, along with a broad catalogue of first-run movies, Starz is taking the lead in delivering relatable premium content that makes it the platform of choice among a wide spectrum of female, African-American and other historically underserved audiences. Its focused brand, premium content and freedom from legacy relationships position Starz at the forefront of the new bundles emerging throughout the media ecosystem, a compelling value proposition to complement virtually every kind of subscription platform.

Distinguished by its successful and focused content strategy, top programming, exceptional curation and speed to market, Starz has quickly scaled its platform to become one of the most widely distributed and fastest-growing OTT services in the world, with OTT subscribers making up more than half of its global subscriber base. The Starzplay International premium subscription service offers a ''best of global SVOD'' content portfolio in more than 50 countries throughout Europe, Latin America, Canada, Japan and India through a bespoke and expanding network of distribution partners. The Starzplay Arabia joint venture is one of the leading SVOD operators in the fast-growing Middle East and North Africa region. The proprietary and highly-rated Starz app, a proven hit with U.S. audiences, continues to roll out internationally.

EEO Statement

Nearest Major Market: Manhattan

Nearest Secondary Market: New York City

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rv4x10-3-145-175-243-42 in your application.