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Film Acquisitions Intern

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NBCUniversal

Oct 9

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Research & Development
    Media & Journalism
  • London

Requirements

  • Knowledge of and passion for film/documentary
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Experience reading scripts or commercially/creatively assessing content is a plus
  • Ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines and undertake various administrative duties
  • Attention to detail and the ability to work well under pressure

Responsibilities

  • Reading scripts, evaluating screeners & programmes and providing commercial & creative feedback
  • Managing all script submissions and acting as a central intelligence hub for the team.
  • Pitching new ideas for projects and emerging talents the Content Group should be working with
  • Researching potential new titles, genres, talents, brand and IP
  • Managing the logistics for film markets the team attends including Cannes, Berlin, TIFF and AFM.
  • Preparing internal pitch documents and forecast requests
  • Preparing new deals for internal Board Approval
  • Running P&Ls, comparables and drafting offer letters
  • Shadowing acquirers on deals
  • Updating various internal databases, trackers and performing other administrative duties
  • Liaising across the different Departments in the Content Group both in the UK and internationally (i.e. legal, marketing, content strategy) and different business units (i.e. Focus Features)
  • Checking artist / entertainment / reviews websites each day to learn about new talents, gigs and projects. The intern should have their finger on the pulse of what is happening across multiple forms of entertainment and any other current trends.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Film Acquisitions Internship?

The internship lasts for 12 months, from Monday 30th June 2025 to Friday 17th July 2026.

What are the eligibility criteria for applying to this internship?

You must be an undergraduate student applying for a placement year in your 2nd or final year, graduating in Summer 2025, or looking for employment after completing A-Levels or equivalent. You must also be eligible to work in the UK without restriction for the duration of the internship.

What are the main responsibilities of the Film Acquisitions Intern?

Responsibilities include reading scripts, providing feedback, managing script submissions, pitching project ideas, researching potential titles, managing logistics for film markets, preparing internal documents, shadowing acquirers on deals, and liaising with different departments.

What skills are required for this position?

Required skills include a knowledge and passion for film/documentary, strong written and oral communication skills, experience with script reading or content assessment, ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines, and attention to detail.

Will the intern have the opportunity to learn about the film distribution lifecycle?

Yes, the intern will gain a thorough understanding of the film distribution lifecycle, including areas like pre-buying, running numbers, drafting offers, and negotiating deals.

Is in-person attendance required during the selection process?

Yes, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee before a hiring decision is made.

Are there any specific film festivals the intern will help manage logistics for?

Yes, the intern will assist with logistics for film markets such as Cannes, Berlin, TIFF, and AFM.

What type of feedback will the intern provide?

The intern will provide commercial and creative feedback on scripts, screeners, and programmes.

How important is attention to detail for this role?

Attention to detail is essential, as the intern will be responsible for various administrative duties and content evaluation tasks that require precision.

Does NBCUniversal practice equal employment opportunities?

Yes, NBCUniversal provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to various protected characteristics.

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