Development Trainee

This is a Full Time Job

Application Deadline: October 8, 2026

Program Dates: January 4 or 11, 2027 – December 17, 2027

Start and end dates are flexible. Trainees must be available to work full-time (40 hours/week) in person at the designated office location.

Our Emerging Talent Programs - including Internships and Trainee roles - provide hands-on opportunities for students and early-career professionals to contribute to the teams behind our film, television, and entertainment experiences.

These paid, seasonal assignments deliver meaningful, high-impact work designed to accelerate your growth. You'll take on real responsibilities, build practical skills, and gain exposure to the business through structured learning, executive engagement, and networking opportunities.

Responsibilities:
• Providing administrative support (rolling calls, scheduling meetings, etc.) for executives and assisting with office tasks, supply management, and meeting setup for the TriStar offices as a whole
• Reading scripts or other submission materials and providing written and/or verbal coverage for development executives in a timely fashion
• Performing deep research and compiling informational materials on projects
• Creating lists with recommendations for directors, writers, and cast for projects in development
• Working with the team to create materials for TriStar projects (i.e.: decks, one sheets, etc.)

Qualifications:
• Undergraduate student or recent graduate who has studied or is currently studying in a relevant field - In lieu of a degree, equivalent work experience.
• Passion and focus on filmmaking, with an interest in feature development
• Proficiency in office programs (i.e. Outlook, Excel, Word, Google Suite, etc.)
• Prior experience handling office phones
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications
• Prior familiarity with film or TV creative development preferred
• Proficiency in platforms like Canva, Photoshop, etc.