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Disney Entertainment Franchise Intern

Disney Entertainment Franchise Intern

CompanyThe Walt Disney Company
LocationBurbank, CA, USA
Salary$22 – $22
TypeInternship
Degrees
Experience LevelInternship

Requirements

  • Mac and MS Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Keynote) proficient
  • High attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment. Be able to provide quick turnarounds and use strong time-management skills to meet deadlines and balance numerous projects simultaneously
  • Self-starter, driven to go above and beyond expectations set by others. Hardworking, proactive, eager to learn, and willing to tackle new challenges
  • Possess excellent communication skills and strong relationship-building abilities
  • Previous experience working in, or understanding of licensing, consumer products, brand management, promotions, or retail businesses.
  • Proficient keynote skills, including the ability to conceptualize and construct compelling sales presentations for retailers or corporate executives.
  • A good salesperson with polished presentation and public speaking skills
  • Professional under pressure and confident presence in the company of executives.
  • Independent thinking with a consistent track record to drive projects from start to completion overcoming obstacles by influencing others to achieve goals.
  • Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities with the skill to work in a very fast-paced, reactionary work environment with quick turnarounds and deadlines.
  • Self-starter, driven to go above and beyond set by others.
  • Proficient at coordinating and facilitating meetings.
  • A passion for kids entertainment.

Responsibilities

  • Identify White Space opportunity for our Licensing portfolio by analyzing current market trends/competitive landscape, seeking collaboration partners, and new revenue opportunities
  • Prepare, update, and help build pitch decks, spreadsheets, and materials for internal and external partners
  • Assist with managing day-to-day relationships with licensees, product development, and marketing materials
  • Coordinate approvals/reviews with internal and third-party stakeholders
  • Partner with cross functional teams to leverage and amplify franchise marketing
  • Help the team handle special projects such as the Live Tours and Pop-Up events.
  • Handle the creative approvals and project management grids for Museum and Mall attractions.
  • Build and handle marketing/integrated planning decks, documents, and calendars for all kids’ franchise series.
  • Help handle the flow of communication from franchise to music, consumer products, programming, and marketing teams.
  • Project leads the selection and clearance of music for soundtrack and music video purposes.
  • Generate and maintain franchise pitch decks, including show/events presentations.
  • Build and maintain important communication documents such as project management timelines, franchise newsletters, and research reports.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in the television or entertainment business.
  • Proven results in working on brands or franchises.
  • Knowledge of domestic or global kids TV business including ratings and research analysis.
  • Experience selling franchises or products to retail, advertising, or entertainment companies.
  • Interest and/or experience in the music industry is a plus.
  • Reliable transportation.