Internship | Creative Affairs - Television

JOB DESCRIPTIONThe Jim Henson Company - a premier provider of family entertainment for over 70 years and computer-generated animation since 1993 - is seeking a Creative Affairs - Television intern.JOB TITLE: Creative Affairs - Television InternDEPT. NAME: Creative AffairsLOCATION: Studio City, CAJOB DESCRIPTIONThe Creative Affairs department is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated interns who are eager to learn about the television development and production across our children's and primetime slates. This internship takes place in-person (some remote time possible) with our team of television executives who you will shadow and support throughout the internship. You will see how our company functions from behind the scenes and play a large role in contributing to our goals. The Jim Henson Company has remained an established leader in family entertainment for over 60 years and is recognized worldwide as an innovator in puppetry, live action, and animation. Henson's most recent television credits include the reboot of Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock and the animated series Harriet the Spy for Apple TV+, the Emmy Award-winning Netflix Original series, The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance and original Netflix preschool franchise Word Party, Earth to Ned for Disney+, and Dinosaur Train, Splash and Bubbles and Sid the Science Kid for PBS KIDS.WHO YOU AREAn excellent writer and communicator. You love digging into new ideas and synthesizing information.A team player. You strive to make an impact through your work and contribute to the goals of the team.A curious mind. You are eager to learn, know how to work independently, and can identify what you should be working on even when you're not assigned a specific task.A self-starter. You know how to break down an assignment and complete it in a timely manner/by the deadline.A mature professional. You know how to navigate new experiences, ask for help when needed, and request feedback often.A leader. You act with integrity, build strong relationships, and are guided by our company's purpose; To make the world a better place by inspiring people to celebrate life.Major in film, television, animation, entertainment, media or art is preferred but not required.WHAT YOU WILL DOProvide insightful and concise coverage on books, screenplays, pitch documents and other materials.Assist in creative and business research by compiling materials and presenting findings in a straightforward, detailed, and comprehensive manner.Compile artwork and materials for pitch presentations.Review and provide feedback on development materials; attend creative meetings and practice pitches and give feedback as appropriate.Immerse yourself in industry trends and news utilizing resources provided to you and report on these findings as requested.COMPENSATIONThis internship is an unpaid position and is open to all current students who will receive school credit for the internship.All candidates must get prior approval from their school/academic advisor confirming that they will receive school credit for the internship.School credit confirmation must be presented to JHC prior to beginning an internship.TO APPLYPlease apply online by submitting documents to CreativeInternships@henson.com :A one-page resume.A cover letter referencing the position for which you are applying, specifically stating reasons why you are interested in interning at Henson and why you feel you would be a good fit for this position and our company. Please cite past work experience or college activities that speak to your qualifications.A writing sample such as script coverage is not required but highly recommendedSUBJECT LINE: Creative Affairs - Television InternshipNO phone calls or faxes.The Jim Henson Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.