This role will be a full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract starting in July 2026 and will be paid the London living wage.

To be considered for this role, you will need to provide your CV and a short cover letter outlining the following:

Why are you applying for this specific position at Sony Pictures?(250 words max)

How do you utilise your spare time to develop and enhance your creative skills and how might these activities contribute to your career growth within the entertainment industry?(250 words max)

Only applications that attach both documents will be considered.

The International Formats team plays a central role in driving the global success of SPT's scripted and unscripted formats portfolio.

We work closely with global distribution teams to enable the worldwide sale of international format series, partnering with Sony's international production companies and collaborating with Territory Sales teams to license content to third-party producers, broadcasters, platforms, and sponsors.

Our remit is to maximise the value of each format across on- and off-screen opportunities, while building enduring global brands that support long-term business growth.

This is a rare and valuable opportunity to gain first-hand insight into the global television market and the complex process of selling, adapting, and scaling TV formats across territories, within one of the world's leading production companies.

The internship offers hands-on experience across multiple areas of the International Formats team, including Digital & Licensing, International Production, Format Marketing, Sales, and Product, providing broad exposure to the commercial and creative lifecycle of international television formats.

What you'll do:
Digital & Licensing: Social Media research projects for key talent and products, and commercial modelling
Digital & Licensing: Beta Testing of digital products in development
International production: Format research of the history of adaptation of classic catalogue titles across territories (specifically, The Wheel of Fortune, Jeopardy, The Dating Game, and others as needed).
International Production: Format adaptation research by territory, including key talent (host, contributors and off-screen talent such as genre specialist producers and showrunners)
Format marketing & sales: support bespoke pitch decks for selected scripted and unscripted format pitches
Format Sales: Client research ahead of key client touch points, such as MIPCOM.
International Formats: update Format Life Cycle Report
Product Pipeline tracker: updating and circulating development & acquisition

What you'll gain:
Distribution Channels: Gain insights into the various platforms where TV content is distributed, including traditional television, streaming services, and digital platforms.
Production Processes: Learn about the various stages of rolling out a TV format, covering the pre-production, production, and post-production stages.
Licensing and Rights Management: Understand the complexities of licensing rights for different territories and platforms.
Marketing and Promotion: Learn how TV shows and movies are marketed and promoted to attract audiences
Content Acquisition: Learn how companies acquire new content, whether through original production, licensing, or co-production deals.
What you have:
Highly numerate and digitally confident, with strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint, and the ability to adapt quickly to new systems and databases.
Familiarity with all forms of new media, including social media platforms and emerging digital trends.
Exceptionally organised, with the ability to multitask, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
A proactive, enthusiastic, and confident team player with a positive, can-do attitude.
A strong interest in the entertainment industry, particularly in scripted and unscripted television formats.
The ability to think ahead and adapt in a fast-paced, ever-evolving entertainment landscape.
Confidence to present ideas clearly and contribute creatively within a collaborative team environment.