Trade Marketing Trainee

NBCUniversal Intl.; Roma; Hybrid; EUR 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

NBCUniversal is seeking a Trade Marketing Trainee for Italy (Rome) to support promotion planning and collaboration with exhibitors for theatrical releases. The role involves data analysis, budget tracking, and in-cinema/digital activation support.

Responsibilities include coordinating with agencies, managing POs and invoices, and contributing to Exhibitor Trade Shows and digital initiatives. You will gain hands-on experience in the media and entertainment sector while enrolled as a university

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Copilot.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Teamwork and cross-functional collaboration.
• Interest in film, entertainment, and media industry.
• Currently enrolled as a university student.

Responsibilities

• Analyze market data, exhibitor performance metrics, and social insights to identify trade marketing opportunities.
• Develop in-cinema activation plans for theatrical releases with exhibitors, ensuring KPI measurement.
• Execute trailer strategies with exhibitors and ensure effective implementation.
• Support digital acceleration initiatives to drive audience engagement and admissions.
• Co-develop and organize Exhibitor Trade Shows and industry events.
• Distribute and implement POS and digital marketing materials across exhibitor networks.
• Monitor competitors' in-cinema marketing and exhibitor partnerships.
• Coordinate agency activities related to the Online Trade Portal, including content updates and webinars.
• Manage purchase orders, budget tracking, and invoice approvals per procedures.

Skills

Analytical skills

Microsoft Copilot

Excel

PowerPoint

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Interest in film/entertainment

Education

University student status

Job description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

For almost a century, Universal has been known for its diverse slate of films. Universal Pictures International owns and operates direct theatrical marketing and distribution of feature films in many locations around the globe. Universal Pictures Italy is the Italian theatrical distribution arm, responsible for bringing Universal’s films to audiences across Italy through local marketing, publicity, and cinema distribution activities.

Job Description

The Trade Marketing Trainee - Italy Theatrical supports the team in planning and delivering promotional activities for theatrical releases. The role involves collaborating with exhibitors and agencies, analysing market and performance data, coordinating in-cinema and digital initiatives, monitoring competitor activities, and supporting budget, purchase order, and invoice management.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyze market data, exhibitor performance metrics, and social listening insights to identify trade marketing opportunities and support business decision-making.
• Support the development of in-cinema activation plans for theatrical releases with key exhibitors, ensuring execution excellence and KPI measurement.
• Execute trailering strategies with key exhibitors (UCI, The Space and UNICI) and ensure effective implementation.
• Support the development and implementation of digital acceleration initiatives designed to drive audience engagement and admissions.
• Co-develop and support the organization of Exhibitor Trade Shows and industry events.
• Manage the distribution and implementation of POS and digital marketing materials across exhibitor networks.
• Monitor competitors' in-cinema marketing, promotional activities, and exhibitor partnerships.
• Coordinate agency activities related to the Online Trade Portal, including content updates, newsletter distribution, WhatsApp communications, webinars, and other engagement initiatives.
• Manage purchase order creation, budget tracking, and invoice approval processes in compliance with company procedures

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with Microsoft Copilot
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Teamwork and cross-functional collaboration
• Interest in the film, entertainment, and media industry
• Currently enrolled as a university student.

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [e-mail].