Distribution Marketing Intern

Our Emerging Talent Programs, which includes Interns, Trainees, and Finance Rotational Associates, offer unique opportunities for students, recent graduates, and emerging talent to work alongside the teams that come together to create movies, TV shows, and other great experiences. These seasonal, paid assignments provide meaningful and productive work that allows you to build on your experience and develop your skills further. You will be provided with challenging tasks, real-world experience, and many educational and social networking opportunities.

This Spring Internship is from January through May 30th (start and end dates are flexible based on school schedules) and all candidates must be able to work part-time hours (10-29 a week). Our offices are open Monday through Friday, 9-6 pm. This position is ideal for a student enrolled in an accredited college or university. A hybrid work structure may or may not be available. 

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:

This Distribution division of Sony Pictures Entertainment Canada is made up of Sony Pictures Television and Sony Pictures Home Entertainment Digital and Physical businesses.

Sony Pictures Television (SPT) is one of the television industry’s leading content providers, producing, distributing and carrying programming worldwide in every genre and for every platform. In addition to managing one of the industry’s largest libraries of award-winning feature films, television shows and formats, SPT is home to a thriving global content business, operating a robust portfolio of wholly-owned and joint-venture production companies across the U.S., Europe, Latin America, and Asia Pacific, as well as linear and digital channels around the world. SPT is a Sony Pictures Entertainment Company.

Sony Pictures Home Entertainment Canada (SPHE) is responsible for driving transactional digital film and television revenue (EST/VOD) and physical brick & mortar and online retail sales for SPE’s portfolio of feature film and television content across Canadian digital and physical retailers.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide Support to the SPT/SPHE Distribution Canada Marketing team in all B2B Communications initiatives and activities to raise the profile of Sony Pictures Entertainment Canada and gain more exposure of our content across clients, accounts, and the end consumer.

• Work alongside SPT/SPHE Marketers to develop and execute B2B marketing plans and strategy, supporting development of materials and custom assets when needed.
• Conduct research on Canadian media landscape and build client/account platform profiles in the form of a PowerPoint presentation.
• Localize and update a Canadian LinkedIn content calendar with approved social posts. On occasion, assist with localizing creative for Canadian team.
• Support the development of client-facing newsletters and sales related outreach tactics, including developing content calendar and reporting on newsletter results.
• Research ongoing trends and opportunities in field of B2B Marketing, presenting communications tactics and ideas to the wider team.
• Assist with department events, team engagement, and publicity initiatives on ad hoc basis.
• Other department duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Passionate about Entertainment: A deep love for television, film and the media landscape, contributing enthusiasm and bringing a ‘can-do’ attitude to our dynamic team.
• Exceptional Communication Skills: Exhibit proficiency in both written and verbal communication to effectively convey ideas and information.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in MS Office 365 and PowerPoint. Familiarity with organizational tools, e.g. Airtable, Salesforce. Strong knowledge of social platforms such as LinkedIn IG, Meta, X etc.
• Keen Attention to Detail: Demonstrate accuracy and care in all tasks and projects. Experience in performing research and/or competitve analysis.
• Ability to Multi-task: Organized, resourceful self-starter with the ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize successfully.
• Strategic Thinking and Creativity: Possess the ability to think strategically in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate creativity.
• Teamwork: Enjoys working on a cross-functional team and collaborating effectively.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Marketing Insight: Showcase an understanding of B2B marketing campaigns and how social media plays a role within it.
• Quick to learn: Demonstrate ability to quickly understand complex instructions and eagerness to expand your skills and knowledge.
• Self-Motivated: Exhibit initiative in independently managing and driving projects and tasks to successful completion.
• Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Film/Television Media, Business or a related field.