Spring Intern - Warner Bros Animation Production, Development & Creative Services

Job Description

Warner Bros. Animation Production, Development & Creative Services (Graphic Design) Internships: LA - Spring 2026

We have multiple Animation Production, Development & Creative Services (Graphic Design) internship opportunities available. By applying to this posting, you will be considered for all internship opportunities within this area. These internships will be located in the LA area. The selected interns will be expected to join us in the office on a regular cadence based on the intern manager ' s in office schedule.
Example internship opportunities could include :
• WB Animation Creative Development and Current Intern
• WB Animation Production Intern
• WBTV Animation Production Intern
• WBTV Animation Production Intern
• WB Animation Creative Services (Graphic Design) Intern
Your Role Accountabilities
Duties could include:
• Support the department with administrative and production and/or development duties
• Supporting WBA's in-house, all-purpose graphic design and VFX group
• Assist with requests including key art, pitch decks, logos, end credits, main titles, custom typefaces, and both digital & printed event assets
• Assist Sr. APM/APM with daily production tasks such as note taking, design reviews, and handouts
• Provide script and pitch coverage
• Attend meetings as needed with Production and Warner Bros. Animation/Cartoon Network execs and aid in meeting scheduling, preparation, note taking, and note distribution
• Conduct creative research projects and assist creative leads with gathering and/or distributing reference
• Learn the pre-production pipeline and assist the production team throughout the process
• Update and maintain lists and grids
• Organize and track creative assets and create processes for organization
• Update the team on latest animation news, up-and-coming talent/concepts, etc.
• Assist with department communications, research, and disseminate information to the appropriate parties as directed
• Work closely with the production team to prioritize artist needs
• Regularly communicate progress individually and across multiple teams
• Hone your asset management, tracking, and archiving skillset with Autodesk Shotgrid/Flow
• Help prepare design handouts for artists
• Support production shipments to vendors
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Qualifications & Experience
Essentials needed for the positions that are similar across the above roles (these do not all have to apply to every single role)
• Passion for and familiarity with animation and interest in pursuing Animation Production Management, Graphic Design, or Animation Development long-term
• Comfortable working with different fonts and typography
• A firm grasp of design principles, along with a willingness to learn and accept critiques
• Excellent time management skills
• The ability to be self-sufficient and collaborate with others when needed
• The ability to apply notes given during review sessions
• A willingness to challenge yourself through various types of assignments
• A love for all things animation and design
• Knowledge of Mac, including MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Proficiency with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Adobe Creative Suite
• Knowledge of file set-up, maintenance and filing procedures
• Ability to organize and schedule work effectively
• Communicative with ability to communicate effectively and tactfully in written and verbal forms and ability to share information and listen effectively
• Ability to play close attention to detail and understand written and oral instructions
• Passion for organization, scheduling, and time management
• Ability to work well under time constraints
• A humble and positive attitude
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
• Ability to handle confidential information
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Patience for a fast-moving, ever-changing work environment
• Must be actively enrolled in a n accredited college or university degree program for the full duration of the internship (proof of enrollment required )
• Must be a rising Junior or Senior undergrad Student (18 years or older)
• Must be in academic good standing (3.0 or above GPA) A transcript will be required to verify your GPA if an offer is extended.
• Warner Bros. Discovery will only consider candidates who are presently authorized to work for any employer in the United States and who will not require work visa sponsorship from Warner B ros. Discovery now or in the future in order to retain their authorization to work in the United States. Candidates currently on any student or exchange visa, including F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, J-1, M-1, etc., will not be eligible for the internship program.
The Nice to Haves
• Experience with Shotgrid (aka Flow), Storyboard Pro, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe After Effects
• Proficiency in Keynote or PowerPoint
• Previous experience working in a graphic design role or animation production role
What to know before applying:
• The duration of the spring program is 12 weeks:
• ​Start Date: January 26th
• End Date: April 17th
• ​Interns will be expected to work 16-24 hours per week in a hybrid capacity
• Our internships are paid opportunities with a competitive hourly wage. Credit is not required; however, we will provide the necessary documentation for school credit if desired. Relocation is not provided.
• ​Interviewing will take place from early November through early-January. A WBD team member will contact you if your experiences and interests match an open internship position. Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to give individual status updates.
On June 9, 2025, Warner Bros. Discovery announced plans to separate into two publicly traded companies, Warner Bros. and Discovery Global, with an expected completion in mid-2026. For more details, including leadership appointments and information on individual brands, please visit our newsroom here.
Although you will be hired by Warner Bros. Discovery, upon the planned separation in 2026, your employment likely will transition to Warner Bros. Company or transition to Discovery Global. During this period of transformation, you'll have an exciting opportunity to lay the foundation at one of the world's premier entertainment brands.
About Our Internship Program
WBD's Internship Program is designed to nurture students professionally and personally. We attract the country's boldest and brightest students for paid, for-credit, real-world internship experiences in the entertainment, tech, sports, news and media industries. We offer career-defining opportunities to learn valuable skills that will help you prepare for a successful future.
Ready to learn more? Here's what we offer:
• Hands-on work with passionate, talented team members in your field
• Mentorship from some of the industry's kindest and most passionate entertainment veterans
• Engaging events including professional development seminars, panels with recruiters and former interns, intern-exclusive events, and so much more
• Access to top-level executives and employees through our Speaker Series and Roundtables
• Incredible networking opportunities with industry-leading professionals and a robust intern alumni network
• A creative, collaborative, and inclusive company culture
What you can expect to take away from the semester:
• Opportunities to develop professionally and uncover skills you didn't know you had
• The insider scoop on the entertainment industry and what happens behind the scenes
• Relationsh

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