Comedy Development Intern, SPT – Summer 2026
Culver, CA - USA
Job Summary
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:
Our team sees projects through the entire development process from a pitch to afully-writtenscript through casting and attaching a director to production of a pilot to in success a series on air. Interns will gain experience in reading and analyzing incoming material. They will be exposed to writers directors and producers throughout the creative process. Interns may be able to join pitches general development meetings and will work closely with the entire comedy team.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reading and analyzing incoming material and new drafts for projects currently in development
Scheduling meetings with key players in the industry
Updating grids and status reports
Compiling research on properties forpossibleoptionand flagging talent to know
Covering phones taking notes and other general administrative duties
QUALIFICATIONS:
Enrollment in an accredited college/university for the duration of the internship
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Organized and detail-oriented
Good eye for creative
Passion for film/tv with a particular interest in comedy
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Undergraduate student studying in relevant field
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Required Experience:
Intern
About Company
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