Summer Intern - Publishing and Creative Editorial

Job Description

Application Deadline: Friday, March 15th, 2024
*Pro Tip: Submit your application as soon as possible – applications could close earlier due to applicant volume!*

The Job

By applying to this posting, you will be considered for all internship opportunities within this area. These internships will be located in the New York City area. The selected interns will be expected to join us in the office on a regular cadence based on the intern managers in office schedule.

This could include, but is not limited to:
• Alloy Entertainment Creative Editorial Intern: NY - Summer 2024

Alloy Entertainment is seeking a creative editorial intern for its summer 2024 season. Alloy is a small team with a big heart, and we are seeking an intern that is ready and willing to dive into the creative process and be a hands-on member of the team from day one. This intern will attend development meetings, participate in brainstorming sessions, learn about the publishing and media industries, and help with administrative and organizational tasks around the office. We are most interested in candidates that are proactive and feel that they can flourish in a fast-paced work environment.

Alloy Entertainment, a Warner Bros. Discovery Company, is a creative thinktank and full-service editorial partner that develops and produces original books, television series, and feature films. Our hit properties include Gossip Girl, Vampire Diaries, You, You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah, and many more. Alloy Entertainment generates unique commercial entertainment franchises and collaborates with authors, leading publishers, television networks, and movie studios to deliver its properties to the world.

Alloy Entertainment produces approximately thirty new books a year, which are published globally in over forty languages. More than eighty of Alloy Entertainment's books have reached the New York Times Best Sellers list. In addition to its commercial success, Alloy's books have received widespread acclaim, including National Book Award finalists, the Lambda Literary Award, the William C. Morris Award, and many more.

Your Role:
• Attend creative and editorial meetings and take notes as needed.
• Explore Alloy's extensive backlist and brainstorm new ways to bring existing content to new markets.
• Assist with various tasks for the editorial team, i.e. reading submissions, writing copy and coverage, and finding comps for new IP.
• Participate in development and assist as needed, i.e. titling books, brainstorming new creative areas, and auditing/note-taking plotting sessions.
• Provide administrative support to editors i.e. printing manuscripts, mailing books, organizing files etc.

Experience:
• Candidates who possess a demonstrated interest in literature or creating and editing books will be prioritized.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Word and Excel) and Adobe Acrobat.
• Must have a strong command of the written word with high reading comprehension.
• Must be able to maintain discretion and composure when dealing with well-known writers.

Requirements for all Internships:
• Must be actively enrolled in a US accredited college or university degree program for the full duration of the internship (proof of enrollment required)
• Must be a rising Junior, Senior or Graduate Student (18 years or older)
• Must be in academic good standing (2.8 or above GPA)
• Must have the legal right to work in the United States. US International students must hold an F1 Visa to be considered.

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
• Relationships that will go beyond your collegiate career
• Real-life experiences that will provide you with the confidence to delve into your next adventure

What to know before applying:
• The duration of the summer program regardless of which start/end option is 11 weeks.
• Program date options:
• Option 1: June 3rd – August 16th
• Option 2: June 10th – August 23rd
• Interns will be expected to work 35-40 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 February through mid-April. 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.

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The rate listed is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery's total compensation package for employees. Pay Rate: $19 per hour USD for undergrad interns, $25 per hour USD for graduate level interns.

If you're a qualified candidate and you require adjustments or accommodations to search for a job opening or apply for a position, please contact us at recruitadmin@wbd.com.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rbzkno-216-73-216-222-42 in your application.