Intern - Talent Agency
Webb Sweeney Murphy Talent
New York (Brooklyn), NYThis is a Part Time Unpaid Internship
Hybrid/NY
Part Time Unpaid Internship
This is a part-time unpaid internship for school credit only.
We are seeking a candidate interested in a minimum three-month commitment beginning in September.
Applicants must be eligible to receive school credit for the internship.
The internship requires approximately 20 hours per week with availability during business hours (Eastern Time), Monday through Friday.
This position is remote, and interns must have:
• Reliable computer access
• High-speed internet
• Ability to use video conferencing platforms
• Ability to download and manage software/apps/files
• Basic familiarity with digital content creation and social media platforms
You will learn all aspects of the Talent Management industry during your internship. Experience and knowledge of the entertainment industry is a plus but we are willing to train the right candidate. Excellent written and oral communication skills are a MUST.
This individual will be assisting our managers in all aspects of office routine, including packaging submissions for casting directors, filling, scheduling, organizing, calling talent for auditions and confirmations and casting directors with audition confirmations. You will learn about all online services (Casting Network, Actors Access). Will update all media services (Facebook, Twitter, IMDb, Instagram, etc.) on a daily basis if needed.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
Interns will gain experience in multiple areas of talent management, including:
• How talent representation works
• Casting submissions and breakdowns
• Actor career development
• Industry communication and professionalism
• Casting platforms including Actors Access, Casting Networks, and industry databases
• Client relations and talent support
• Social media strategy and digital branding
• Entertainment marketing and content creation
• Administrative systems within a management company
RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE
• Assisting managers with daily operations.
• Preparing and organizing casting submissions.
• Updating client materials and digital profiles.
• Assisting with client scheduling, audition confirmations, and communications.
• Maintaining internal tracking systems and databases.
• Researching casting directors, productions, and industry information.
• Assisting with social media content and company updates.
• Helping organize client materials including resumes, headshots, reels, and press information.
• Supporting special projects related to talent development and company growth.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The ideal candidate is:
• Passionate about the entertainment industry.
• Hardworking, reliable, and eager to learn.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Professional and comfortable communicating with industry professionals.
• Able to multitask and prioritize responsibilities.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently in a remote environment.
• Comfortable learning new technology and systems.
Preferred skills:
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Google Workspace experience.
• Social media knowledge.
• Content creation or video editing experience.
• Familiarity with theater, film, television, casting, or entertainment.
Required skills: Must be able to multitask, self-motivated, detail-oriented, organizational skills a must, AMAZING communication skills, computer literate (Google Suites, social media, content creating, are all useful skills).
THIS IS A NON-PAYING INTERNSHIP.
Salary/Benefits
School credit only
Additional Information
WSM Talent is a small but highly active management company located in New York City, specializing in representing talent in theater, major film and TV productions, and commercials. We provide interns with meaningful exposure to the entertainment industry, offering opportunities to learn and grow beyond basic tasks. Many of our interns have successfully transitioned to become agents or have moved on to larger corporate agencies, reflecting the vast and complex nature of the agency industry that we are eager to share.