Trainee, Story - Motion Picture Group - Spring 2027

Sonypictures; Culver City (CA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Sony Pictures Entertainment invites applications for its Emerging Talent Programs trainee role in Culver City. This paid, seasonal assignment runs January 4/11, 2027 to December 17, 2027 and requires full-time in-person commitment.

Trainees provide administrative support to the Story Department, assisting in script distribution, maintaining databases, and gaining exposure to feature development and script coverage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to handle confidential material discreetly.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• Final Draft experience.

Responsibilities

• Digital distribution of confidential files
• Maintaining database, organizing records
• Digitizing old files (coverage and scripts)
• Communicating with other departments regarding script distribution
• Conducting research

Skills

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Discretion with confidential material

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Final Draft

Job description

Application Deadline: October 8, 2026

Program Dates: January 4 or 11, 2027 – December 17, 2027

Start and end dates are flexible. Trainees must be available to work full-time (40 hours/week) in person at the designated office location.

Our Emerging Talent Programs — including Internships and Trainee roles — provide hands‑on opportunities for students and early‑career professionals to contribute to the teams behind our film, television, and entertainment experiences.

These paid, seasonal assignments deliver meaningful, high‑impact work designed to accelerate your growth. You’ll take on real responsibilities, build practical skills, and gain exposure to the business through structured learning, executive engagement, and networking opportunities.

Department Description:

The Sony Pictures Story Department provides submission and project coverage for the Motion Picture Group and handles script distribution and archiving. The trainee serves as administrative support by assisting in the distribution of scripts and maintaining a database of scripts and coverage. This position is a great opportunity for those who have an interest in the process of feature film development or screenwriting.

Responsibilities:

• Digital distribution of confidential files
• Maintaining database, organizing records
• Digitizing old files (coverage and scripts)
• Communicating with other departments regarding script distribution
• Conducting research

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree. In lieu of a degree, equivalent work experience.
• Must be able to handle confidential material in a sensitive manner
• Must possess clear communication in verbal and written form
• Must have good attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Pro
• Final Draft experience

The anticipated base salary for this position is $22/hour. This role may also qualify for comprehensive benefits. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position.

Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.

SPE will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable law.

To request an accommodation for purposes of participating in the hiring process, you may contact us at [e-mail].