Franchise Strategy & Growth Trainee (MBA)

Sony Pictures Television, Inc.

Culver City (CA)

On-site

USD 48,000 - 68,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Sony Pictures Television, Inc. is seeking a recent MBA graduate for an Emerging Talent Trainee role in Culver City, CA.

The position offers hands‑on growth through real responsibilities in entertainment, brand strategy, and business development, with structured learning, executive engagement, and networking opportunities. You will analyze franchise opportunities, build business cases, and collaborate across teams to support priority initiatives and precise delivery of plans, budgets, and

Qualifications

Recently completed an MBA from an accredited institution, with prior professional experience and readiness to apply graduate‑level training in a hands‑on business environment.
Interest in entertainment, media, consumer products, brand management, licensing, strategy, or business development.
Strong analytical and strategic thinking, with the ability to structure ambiguity and turn findings into actionable recommendations.
Experience managing projects, stakeholders, timelines, and budgets.
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, including communication with senior leaders.
Organized, detail‑oriented, proactive, and comfortable seeking direction when needed.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

Analyze markets, audiences, categories, and competitors to identify franchise growth opportunities.
Build business cases and executive‑ready recommendations across products, experiences, partnerships, and fan engagement.
Support project economics through budget tracking, scenario analysis, KPIs, and performance reviews.
Own workstreams from scoping through execution, including plans, coordination, risks, and follow‑up.
Create pitch decks, one‑sheets, sizzle materials, and other sales or strategy presentations.
Partner with team leaders and cross‑functional stakeholders on priority projects.
Turn meeting decisions into action plans, recaps, milestones, and follow‑through.
Distill complex information into concise narratives and presentations for senior stakeholders.