Spring Creative Development Trainee

This is a Full Time Job

Member Summary

Quick Summary (full description below):
TriStar Pictures is seeking a Creative Development Trainee for Spring 2025. This full-time, onsite role in Culver City, California, is ideal for recent graduates or entry-level candidates passionate about feature film development.

Years of Experience Required: Not mentioned
Salary: $22/hour, with potential comprehensive benefits
Required Experience: Not mentioned
Preferred Skills/Experience: Familiarity with film or TV creative development, scheduling experience
Workplace Requirements: Onsite, Culver City, California, Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week
Education Requirements: Not mentioned
Hard Skills Required: Proficiency in Outlook, Excel, Word, Google Suite; experience evaluating materials (scripts, books, etc.) and writing coverage
Soft Skills Required: Attention to detail, organization, multitasking, adaptability, excellent written and verbal communication
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits (not detailed)

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Full Posting

TriStar Pictures - Creative Development Trainee, Spring 2025
Location: Culver City, California
Job Title: Creative Development Trainee

Program Details:
• Full-time, paid trainee position running February/March to May 30, 2025.
• Candidates must work 40 hours per week onsite, Monday through Friday.
• Designed for entry-level candidates or recent graduates eager to launch their careers.

Department Description:
TriStar Pictures, part of Sony Pictures Entertainment Motion Picture Group, develops filmmaker-driven movies such as The Woman King, Matilda The Musical, Happiest Season, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, and Baby Driver. The team oversees projects from pitch evaluation to distribution, working closely with filmmakers, writers, and producers.

Responsibilities:
• Read script submissions and provide written and/or verbal coverage.
• Conduct in-depth research and compile materials for projects.
• Create director, writer, and cast recommendations for development projects.
• Provide administrative support, including rolling calls and scheduling meetings.
• Assist in creating materials such as decks and one-sheets for TriStar projects.
• Support office tasks and supply management.

Qualifications:
• Passion for filmmaking with a focus on feature development.
• Proficiency in Outlook, Excel, Word, and Google Suite.
• Experience handling office phones.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and multitasking skills.
• Adaptability to fast-paced environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience evaluating materials (scripts, books, etc.) and writing coverage.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Scheduling experience.
• Familiarity with film or TV creative development.
• Entry-level or recent graduate, ready for full-time work.

Compensation:
• Anticipated base salary: $22/hour.
• Comprehensive benefits may be included.
• Actual salary may vary based on qualifications, experience, and other factors.