Sports Ad Sales Marketing Internships: Nyc - Summer 2024

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Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery... the stuff dreams are made of.
Who We Are...
When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what's next...
From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.
Application Deadline: Friday, March 15th, 2024
*Pro Tip: Submit your application as soon as possible - applications could close earlier due to applicant volume!*
Your New Role
WBD Sports is home to the premier sports IP and content. We excel in connecting audiences to the greatest sporting events in the world - including domestic properties such as the NBA on TNT, NHL on TNT, NBA TV, MLB on TBS, The Match, US Soccer Men's & Women's National Teams, Bleacher Report, and more. As the WBD Sports Ad Sales Marketing intern, this position will assist in business development processes to drive revenue in the form of traditional and non-traditional media for WBD Sports. This position will work as a liaison between the sales organization and WBD Sports Production. The Ad Sales Marketing intern will assist in development and monetization of best-in-class brand partnership solutions, bringing client marketing campaigns to life across our suite of sports properties - both on-air and digitally. WBD Sports is THE destination for live sports programming and is committed to lifting storytelling and personalities across the entire WBD portfolio of brands and properties.
Your Role Accountabilities
Duties could include:
-Assist in development of go-to-market sales materials for WBD Sports Tentpole Properties (i.e. NBA Tip-Off, NHL Opening Week, MLB Playoffs)
-Support sales in response to client RFPs through creative ideation process
-Gain an understanding of WBD Sports ecosystem (linear, digital, social) and creating value proposition for partners in the marketplace
-Complete competitive tracking analysis of sport broadcast space to identify key growth business opportunities across linear and digital properties
-Aggregate pertinent research, data and insights to inform WBD Sports sales positioning across properties.
-Develop presentation and communication skills with an eye towards business development, activation, sales, and insights
-Make new contacts and have fun in sports!
Qualifications & Experience

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to interact efficiently and professionally with internal stakeholders
• Ability to meet deadlines in a collaborative, dynamic environment with attention to detail
• A proactive mindset as a self-starter to seek-out new projects/avenues for potential business development
• An eagerness to learn more about the partnership marketing + sports media space
• Presentation design and organizational skills (PowerPoint, Excel)
• Prior internship experience in sports media, advertising, or marketing fields
  Basic understanding of Ad Sales + Sport Media Landscape
• Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university degree program for the full duration of the internship (proof of enrollment required)
• Must be a rising Junior, Senior or Graduate Student (18 years or older)
• Must be in academic good standing (3.0 or above GPA)
• Warner Bros. Discovery will only consider candidates who are presently authorized to work for any employer in the United States and who will not require work visa sponsorship from Warner Bros. Discovery now or in the future in order to retain their authorization to work in the United States.

What to know before applying:

• The duration of the summer program regardless of which start/end option is 11 weeks.
  • Program date options:
    • Option 1: June 3rd - August 16th
    • Option 2: June 10th - August 23rd
• Interns will be expected to work 35-40 hours per week in a hybrid capacity.
• Our internships are paid opportunities with a competitive hourly wage. Credit is not required; however, we will provide the necessary documentation for school credit if desired. Relocation is not provided.
• Interviewing will take place from February through mid-April. A WBD team member will contact you if your experiences and interests match an open internship position. Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to give individual status updates.

About Our Internship Program
WBD's Internship Program is designed to nurture students professionally and personally. We attract the country's boldest and brightest students for paid, for-credit, real-world internship experiences in the entertainment, tech, sports, news and media industries. We offer career-defining opportunities to learn valuable skills that will help you prepare for a successful future.
Ready to learn more? Here's what we offer:

• Hands-on work with passionate, talented team members in your field
• Mentorship from some of the industry's kindest and most passionate entertainment veterans
• Engaging events including professional development seminars, panels with recruiters and former interns, intern-exclusive events, and so much more
• Access to top-level executives and employees through our Speaker Series and Roundtables
• Incredible networking opportunities with industry-leading professionals and a robust intern alumni network
• A creative, collaborative, and inclusive company culture

What you can expect to take away from the semester:

• Opportunities to develop professionally and uncover skills you didn't know you had
• The insider scoop on the entertainment industry and what happens behind the scenes
• Relationships that will go beyond your collegiate career
• Real-life experiences that will provide you with the confidence to delve into your next adventure

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The rate listed is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery's total compensation package for employees. Pay Rate: $19 per hour USD for undergrad interns, $25 per hour USD for graduate level interns.
How We Get Things Done...
This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
The Legal Bits...
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.
If you're a qualified candidate and you require adjustments or accommodations to search for a job opening or apply for a position, please contact us at recruitadmin@wbd.com.