Abc Entertainment Casting Intern, Fall 2023

Be a part of an innovative team and culture…

The ABC Entertainment Casting Department is responsible for overseeing the casting process for all scripted primetime television shows currently on ABC.

Team values include:

• Creating a supportive team environment where each member feels comfortable sharing opinions and thoughts.
• Pushing each other to do better and think outside the box.
• Finding new ways to approach challenging situations and problem solving.

A Day in the Life…

As an intern with the Casting team, you will assist with the day-to-day responsibilities of the busy network casting department:

• Become a member of a smart, fun, and collaborative team.
• Help find new and creative ways to work together with an eye toward quality and efficiency
• Assist the department in finding up and coming talent.

Your role may include:

• Assisting in compiling documents, memos and light scheduling.
• Supporting current Assistants and Coordinator with light desk and phone coverage.
• Providing support with basic editing for demo reels and other items, using iMovie.
• Assisting in reviewing the casting materials of current and future actors for demo reels.
• Supporting various talent initiatives such as Actor Audition Workshops and Talent Showcase, with various tasks including scheduling talent auditions, curating lists, and overall general office support.

What We Are Looking For…

• A high attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Proven skills utilizing Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• A familiarity with online short-form media and like genres
• A demonstrated proficiency with both Mac and PC operating systems
• Previous experience in entertainment and casting
• A strong interest in Television and the Entertainment Industry

(Preferred Qualifications)

• Proficiency with iMovie/iDVD/Final Cut Pro/Adobe Premiere
• Undergraduate students in their Junior or Senior year, or a recent graduate (applying within six months of graduation)

The pay rate for this internship in California is $21.70 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

Additional Details:

• Must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program.
• Work details -- Must be able to work full time hours (approximately 40 per week) Monday through Friday, 9:30am to 6:30pm PT for the duration of the internship
• Must possess unrestricted work authorization
• Program length -- The approximate dates of this internship are September 2023 through December 2023/January 2024.
• Must be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Professional Internship .
• Must be able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the session .
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• This internship is a onsite position -- Must be able to provide own housing and reliable transportation for work in the Burbank, California area.