Spring Intern - Operations / Production

This is a Part Time Unpaid Internship

Operations/Production Intern (WABC-TV) Spring 2020

Job Summary:

WABC-TV, the flagship Disney/ABC – owned television station in New York, is the most-watched television station in the New York Television market and the United States. WABC also leads the market in station websites and has the highest social media engagement.
Interns will work directly with the Station Operations Manager & Production Manager. You will learn the process of how we get our programs on the air. Interaction with distributors and syndicators, as well as assisting in the coordination of our weekly air schedule. Interns will also learn about FCC regulations, music rights and licensing. At the end of this internship, students should have a good idea of where their area of interest truly lies and whether they have the skill set necessary to make it in the television business.

Responsibilities:

You will be immersed in all aspects of production:
• Assisting on field shoots, transcribing and logging taped interviews
• Researching/fact checking and gathering post-production elements such as graphics and music
• Interfacing with the marketing, sales, promotions, news and art departments

Basic Qualifications:

• Strong interest in the Television industry
• Experience with MS Office (Tech Savvy)
• A self-starter and willingness to take initiative
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Passion to make the most out of the experience for your future

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong writing skills
• Junior or Senior-level standing

Additional Information:

Internship Eligibility:
• All students must possess unrestricted work authorization
• All students must be at least 18 years old
• You must currently be enrolled in an accredited college or university and taking at least one class – OR – be a recent graduate of an accredited college or university within the last six (6) months - OR - be currently participating in the Disney College Program, Disney Culinary Program or Disney Professional Internship Program in order to qualify for this internship.
• All candidates must be available from January through May
• All candidates must be willing to work 16 hours/week
• All students must provide their own housing and transportation for the duration of the internship
• All students must provide a consistent, reliable work schedule during the session

About Walt Disney Television:

Walt Disney Television (WDT) redefines the future of media and entertainment. Delivering compelling creative, great storytelling, ground-breaking technology, high-impact marketing and innovative distribution, WDT offers multiple opportunities to build a career that supports entertaining and informing the world. A key unit of The Walt Disney Company, one of the world's most admired vertically integrated media enterprises, WDT includes global live action and animation entertainment, news, owned television stations, and radio. If you've got a passion to join our team of talented professionals we want to hear your story.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

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

American Broadcasting Companies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. 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.

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