Variety, the premier entertainment resource, is seeking an Editorial Intern to join their Los Angeles office.
Responsibilities include assisting editors and reporters with research duties, maintaining reviews and obituaries databases, answering the editorial phone line, writing news briefs, distributing mail, and various editing and layout tasks. In addition, this internship will allow the candidate to report news stories for print and/or the web. Freelance writing opportunities may become available.
Company Profile
Recognized and respected throughout the world of show business, Variety is the premier source of entertainment news. Since 1905, the most influential leaders in the industry have turned to Variety for timely, credible and straightforward news and analysis -- information vital to their professions. And, since 1933, unchallenged industry leader Daily Variety has been required reading for key showbiz players, delivering breaking news, exclusive scoops and must-read features.
Variety is a part of Reed Business Information. Reed Business Information is a leading provider of critical information and marketing solutions to business professionals in targeted industry sectors.
Variety, in conjunction with its parent company, Reed Business Information, is committed to workforce diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or national origin. We invite all applicants to confidentially self-identify when applying. The Company complies with applicable laws governing non-discrimination by state and locale.
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Qualifications:
Ideally, candidates are juniors or seniors in college or recent graduates, who are able to commit to the internship for 6 months. Journalism majors preferred. Candidate must be a self-starter with strong attention to detail and strong communication skills. He/She must also be able to work in a fast-paced environment and must be able to articulate clearly. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of the entertainment industry.
Reference job ID: VAR00017
Please attach your cover letter, resume, and three published clips as samples of your work.
Apply online at http://www.variety.com
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