About the AOL On Network:
The AOL On Network is a curated video experience with the most up-to-date videos on every topic, across every page and every screen. AOL has created an optimal video platform for advertisers to engage an audience at scale in relevant and brand-safe environments. We are also extremely proud to introduce AOL’s premium video hub AOL On – a new consumer site that showcases AOL Originals and partner content across 14 channels, with dedicated pages for each content partner and/or original show. What makes AOL On unique is that it’s continuously curated by our Video Programming Team to feature breaking stories and trending topics. We also feature celebrity and expert curators who will actively select and recommend viewing choices via curated playlists. The web offers endless options, but AOL On sorts through the clutter providing viewers with the videos they should be watching right now.
AOL On Working Environment:
The AOL On Network encompasses all aspects of Video at AOL. The team is known for its start-up like vibe, family-like culture and innovative and enthusiastic employees. Formerly known as the Start Up, 5min Media, this team has seen it all. Managers are notorious for treating interns like full time employees and previous and current interns take pride in the tremendous ownership they have over their work. All team members are smart, supportive self-starters who thrive in a deadline driven, fast paced environment. While employees take ownership of their own projects, teamwork is essential and ever-present and employees are constantly sharing their knowledge and experience to help you grow.
About the role:
We’re looking for a Jack/Jill of all trades who’s not afraid to get their hands dirty and dive right in! This is an ideal internship for a student looking to explore the digital landscape with a passion for Video on the web. If you’re looking to expand your knowledge of business operations and gain exposure to all aspects of online video, this is the internship for you! Video at AOL is much more than on.aol.com. This team is responsible for syndicating video to hundreds of well-known publishers, and for curating viral videos on AOL’s owned and operated properties like The Huffington Post. Highlights & Responsibilities include:
- Exposure to/support all Video Business Units Including: Advertising Operations, Programming, Finance, Sales Engineering, Business Development, Content Acquisition and Publisher Development
- Close and constant interaction with the SVP and VP of Video
- Collaborating daily with the Video Chief of Staff to ensure smooth sailing for an ever-changing and rapidly growing business unit
- Assisting with: Travel, Expense & Vendor Management, Executive Level Calendaring and Event Planning
- Managing special projects within database management, distribution lists and upkeep
- Become integral in space design and work with cross functionally with multiple AOL internal teams
- Ad-hoc support for Video Business Units and project work
Requirements for Success:
- The ideal candidate will be able to commit 40 hours during the summer and work part time (as per their class schedule) in the fall
- Candidate must be enrolled in a 4 year accredited university
- Candidate must demonstrate an interest in business administration with a preferred emphasis digital media or video through classwork, extracurricular activities, or previous internship experience
- Intern must have either completed a basic internship at a corporate organization (media/entertainment preferred but not required) or demonstrate extensive leadership and/or participation in extra-curricular activities
- Candidate must have experience working with Microsoft Office with basic mastery of Excel and PowerPoint
- Candidate must be discreet as they will become privy to confidential company information
- Candidate must be mature, well communicated, and able to work with a diverse array of people as they will work closely with multiple Video teams and executives
- Candidate MUST thrive in a fast paced, constantly changing, start-up environment, and be comfortable in sometimes stressful situations
- Positive, problem solving, hard-workers are a must!
- Preferred Majors (not required): Business Administration, Economics, Marketing, Media, Communication,
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