About the role#
The Short Drama Team focuses on curating, producing, and localizing high-quality short dramas for the TikTok platform. As a project intern, you will gain professional experience by supporting content research, topic development, and market analysis. This role is a full-time, on-site position based in Los Angeles.
What you'll do#
- Assist the team in developing short drama topics tailored to the U.S. market by analyzing local cultural characteristics and audience preferences.
- Conduct daily research on the U.S. film and television industry, including popular genres, hit works, emerging creators, and policy trends.
- Monitor and track trends on major social media platforms to summarize popular topics, creative formats, and user interaction rules.
- Evaluate U.S. social events and public topics for their potential adaptation into short drama content.
- Organize research materials, compile analysis reports, and provide data support for team meetings.
- Collaborate with the creative team on auxiliary tasks related to content research and planning.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor's or master's degree program in Film and Television Production, Broadcasting and Hosting, Media Communication, Journalism, or a related field.
- Excellent English reading, writing, and comprehension skills to accurately translate and synthesize industry reports.
- Strong research and analytical abilities to organize complex information into actionable insights.
- A proactive work attitude, a strong sense of responsibility, and the ability to work effectively within a team.
- Familiarity with the U.S. film and television industry and social media trends is preferred.
- Experience in content creation, topic planning, or market research is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Los Angeles, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: This is a paid position with an hourly rate of $23.75.
- Hiring process: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
About TikTok
TikTok operates as an entertainment provider. The company maintains a global presence with offices in cities including Los Angeles, Singapore, New York, London, and Tokyo. It employs over 92,000 people. The organization is privately held.
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