Hallmark Media is seeking a Content Strategy Intern for the summer to assist with various projects focused on content understanding in the ad-supported cable landscape. The intern will gain exposure to television programming strategy and help manage metadata, track competitive programming strategies, and support the Content Strategy team with ad-hoc projects.
Responsibilities
Owns the metadata management in systems (Rightsline, Whats’On). Including working with the Development executives to ensure loglines, genres, talent, billing order, release year, tagging are correct for all premieres. Additionally, conduct content metadata tagging related to original movie premieres, tv series acquisitions, stunt scheduling, and seasonal opportunities
Track competitive networks’ programming and scheduling strategies, and present findings in presentations for the Content Strategy department
Update the Network’s Standards & Practices SOP (standard operating procedure) and screen incoming content for S&P compliance
Assist the Content Strategy team on ad-hoc projects as needed
Qualification
Required
Rising junior or recent graduate from a four-year university, with a major in Film/ Television Studies or Humanities (i.e. English, Literature, Journalism, Library Studies, History, Art History, Cultural Anthropology)
The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a strong eye for detail, an ability to meet deadlines, a positive attitude, and an eagerness to contribute
Well-organized and excels at time management, with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to follow directions, but not hesitant to ask questions
Strong interpersonal skills; works well collaboratively and independently
Proficient computer skills, with an emphasis on Microsoft Office suite
Very comfortable with heavy internet research and data entry
Passionate and avid watcher of TV Shows and Movies
Preferred
Excitement to read, interpret, and talk about Nielsen ratings
Eagerness to learn about TV Programming and Scheduling
Passion for watching Rom-Coms, Mysteries, and Holiday Movies
Benefits
Hallmark Media is entertainment’s leading destination for feel-good movies & series.
