Film Strategy Intern

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Job Description

Programme Eligibility

To join one of our 12-month Internships you must meet one of the following criteria:

1. You’re currently an undergraduate studying at University and returning to full time education in Autumn 2028
2. You’re looking to gain work experience after completing your A-Levels, an equivalent course or an Apprenticeship

Additionally, you must also:

• Be eligible to work in the UK without restriction for the duration of the internship from Monday 5th July 2027 – Friday 21st July 2028
• Be able to work in NBCUniversal's Central London office on-site four days per week

We recommend applying to just one internship role, this helps ensure your application is considered for the opportunity that best matches your interests and skills. Choosing one allows us to focus on what excites you most and where you’ll shine brightest.

What will I be doing?

The Film Strategy Intern will be part of the Strategic Planning, Reporting & Analytics team that provides insight and analysis on box office performance, dating strategy, and film industry trends that helps to inform the decision-making of Senior Management in our theatrical releases. 

This role would suit individuals that are passionate about the film industry, with strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and writing ability.

• Monitor box office for in-release Universal titles
• Regularly track and assess performance of competitive titles, identifying trends and communicating highlights
• Collate and issue key industry news updates to the business on a daily basis
• Support the Analysts in analysis projects that offer strategic insight to Senior Management
• Act as a point of contact for all territory offices, issuing information requests and tracking their interaction with systems
• Contribute to data validation processes that highlight errors in our systems
• Prepare for and lead the monthly “Trailer Meeting”, showcasing latest competitive trailers and gathering box office estimates
• Collate Pre/Opening Weekend Reports and liaise with all territory teams across International
• Help prepare Distribution slides for Filmmaker and Regional Conference presentations 
• Work on numerous ad-hoc projects throughout the year that offer insight and value for our analysis and release strategies

What will I learn from this opportunity?

• Distribution Knowledge
• An in-depth awareness of box office and distribution strategy tactics, being exposed both to territories and senior management decision making.
• Excel and Communication Skills
• Valuable excel and power point skills to deliver impactful, data-driven presentations.
• Project Management & Analytics Skills
• Independently structure and plan a project from start to finish, setting goals, managing time and expectations and creating value through analysis.

Qualifications

What do I need to bring to the role?

• Demonstrable interest and passion for film
• Attention to detail and ability to work well under pressure
• Strong numeracy skills, being able to transform data into business insights
• Highly motivated, willing to learn new things and come up with creative solutions
• Excel and PowerPoint skills (advantageous)

Internship Programme Benefits & Perks

In addition to valuable hands-on experience, UK interns receive a competitive benefits package that supports their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. 

Additional perks include exclusive employee discounts, access to ‘myPerks’ NBCU’s employee programme with opportunities to win tickets to attend movie premieres, swag bundles and more. Plus, you’ll get free streaming access to your favourite platforms like Hayu and NOW TV. 

The responsibilities associated with this position are not limited to the above description and may be modified at any time by the Company.  

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to View email address on jobs.smartrecruiters.com.