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Octane Multimedia LLC

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Social Media & SEO Specialist (Film Campaign)

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$1.0K - $100K/yr

... feature film release. This is an exciting opportunity to help build audience awareness, increase ... Manage daily content across Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, X, YouTube, and other relevant platforms.

Octane Multimedia LLC

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Social Media & SEO Specialist (Film Campaign)

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$1.0K - $100K/yr

... feature film release. This is an exciting opportunity to help build audience awareness, increase ... Manage daily content across Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, X, YouTube, and other relevant platforms.

Skydance

Art Director

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$2.9K - $4.0K/wk

Prior experience on an animated feature film is required. Responsibilities * Champion and help ... Create and contribute high-quality concept art, visual development materials, and key imagery

Skydance

Art Director

Santa Monica, CA

$2.9K - $4.0K/wk

Prior experience on an animated feature film is required. Responsibilities * Champion and help ... Create and contribute high-quality concept art, visual development materials, and key imagery

Skydance

Pipeline Technical Director

Santa Monica, CA

$53 - $62.50/hr

... department's developments for our next animated feature film. This effort seeks to implement ... and production management * Reports to the Production Technology Supervisor on the status of ...

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How much do manager feature film development jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for manager feature film development in the United States is $94,444.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,000.00 and $111,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the primary challenges a Manager of Feature Film Development faces when working with creative teams and studio executives?

A Manager of Feature Film Development often serves as the bridge between creative talent (writers, directors, producers) and studio executives, balancing artistic vision with commercial goals. One of the main challenges is managing feedback and revisions from multiple stakeholders, ensuring that creative ideas align with the studio’s strategic objectives. The role requires strong communication skills and diplomacy to navigate differing opinions and keep projects on track. Additionally, managers must stay organized while juggling several projects in various stages of development, often under tight deadlines.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Manager Feature Film Development, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Manager Feature Film Development, you need a solid background in film studies, script analysis, and project management, typically supported by a bachelor's degree in film or a related field and experience in film production or development. Familiarity with industry-standard tools like Final Draft, tracking databases, and rights management systems is essential. Exceptional communication, creativity, and relationship-building skills help you identify promising scripts and collaborate effectively with writers, producers, and studio executives. These competencies are crucial for successfully shepherding projects from concept to production and ensuring the creation of commercially and artistically viable films.

What does a Manager of Feature Film Development do?

A Manager of Feature Film Development oversees the process of finding, evaluating, and developing scripts and story ideas for feature films. They work closely with writers, agents, producers, and studio executives to identify promising projects and guide them through the development pipeline. Their responsibilities often include providing feedback on scripts, coordinating meetings, securing rights to stories, and ensuring projects align with the studio or production company's vision. They play a key role in shaping the creative direction of films before they go into production.
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Intern, Film Development- Fall 2026

Intern, Film Development- Fall 2026

LEGEND PICTURES LLC

Burbank, CA • On-site

$16.90 - $18.90/hr

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Posted 18 days ago

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Description

Position Title: Intern, Film Development - Fall 2026

Location: Burbank, CA

Reporting to: Executive Director, Development

Application Window: July 6, 2026 - July 17, 2026

Program Dates: September 14, 2026 - November 20, 2026

Hourly Pay Range: $16.90 - $18.90


Legendary Entertainment is a leading media company with film (Legendary Pictures), television and digital (Legendary Television and Digital Media) and comics (Legendary Comics) divisions dedicated to owning, producing, and delivering content to worldwide audiences. Legendary has built a library of marquee media properties and has established itself as a trusted brand that consistently delivers high-quality, commercial entertainment including some of the world's most popular intellectual property. In aggregate, Legendary Pictures-associated productions have realized grosses of more than $20 billion worldwide at the box office. To learn more visit: www.legendary.com.


Our part-time, paid internship program provides hands-on experience in a dynamic, innovative environment within the entertainment industry. Interns can work up to 29 hours per week with a flexible schedule to accommodate academic commitments. Participants will engage in real projects, gaining practical industry insights while developing professional skills through workshops and career-building sessions. The program also features guest speaker events with industry experts, networking opportunities with professionals and fellow interns, and exclusive perks such as company outings, team-building activities, and access to film and media screenings.


Summary

Legendary Entertainment is looking for highly motivated film development interns for the Internship Program. In addition to light general office duties, interns read and evaluate scripts, and write coverage. This is a great opportunity to learn the ins and outs of film development and production. Candidates must be hardworking self-starters, who are intelligent, personable, and creative with a base knowledge of and passion for film, diverse storytelling, culturally relevant content, talent and the entertainment industry. In addition, the intern will work closely with the executives and members of the team.


Responsibilities

  • Heavy script and book reading.
  • Complete coverage on incoming projects, summarizing the story and commenting on if it's a project worth pursuing.
  • Aid in the curating and updating master writer, actor and director lists for internal use as well as assisting with compiling and providing input on various internal creative grids and lists (ex: books, comics, video games, recent and classic films and TV shows, pop culture, culturally relevant content, etc.).
  • Assist with research projects into properties that are being pursued for possible feature adaptations.

Requirements

  • Must be enrolled in a college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (Fall/Spring) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within the past six (6) months
  • A GPA of 3.5 or above is highly preferred
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Must possess unrestricted work authorization
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

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Legendary Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. Legendary Entertainment does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, martial status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.

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