Job Summary:

The Video Archive Services group is responsible for ingesting, curating, researching and fulfilling raw video generated by National Geographic. We make content accessible by ingesting and applying metadata to content including keywords and descriptive data into our asset management solution. We provide video research and licensing for groups producing content for National Geographic and Disney entities.

Responsibilities:

A Day in the Life…
This is an exciting opportunity to help explore and expose content for use at National Geographic. The Video Archive Services Intern will learn about our content lifecycle and contribute by preparing and ingesting content into our Asset Management System

This entails the following;

1. Gathering and preparing various types of data about the project
2. Ingest content into our digital asset management system, applying basic metadata.
3. Curate clips by applying advanced descriptive information at a clip level.
4. Scan paper documents, making them accessible and searchable by others within the organization.

Basic Qualifications:

• Understanding of Library Sciences and Digital Asset Management systems
• Knowledge of camera file formats such as mp4, RED, mov etc.
• Strong organization skills
  

Preferred Qualifications:

A passion for the entertainment industry and a specific interest in the Nat Geo brand

Required Education

Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university and taking at least one class, or be a recent graduate of an accredited college or university within the last six (6) months at time of application, or be currently participating in the Disney College Program, Disney Culinary Program or Disney Professional Internship Program

Additional Information:

• At least 18 years of age
• Unrestricted work authorization

• Candidate must be able to provide own relocation, housing, and transportation. Position is located in Washington, DC

Application Process:

• Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter detailing their qualifications.

About National Geographic:

National Geographic Partners LLC (NGP), a joint venture between Disney and the National Geographic Society, is committed to bringing the world premium science, adventure and exploration content across an unrivaled portfolio of media assets. NGP combines the global National Geographic television channels (National Geographic Channel, Nat Geo WILD, Nat Geo MUNDO, Nat Geo PEOPLE) with National Geographic’s media and consumer-oriented assets, including National Geographic magazines; National Geographic studios; related digital and social media platforms; books; maps; children’s media; and ancillary activities that include travel, global experiences and events, archival sales, licensing and e-commerce businesses. Furthering knowledge and understanding of our world has been the core purpose of National Geographic for 131 years, and now we are committed to going deeper, pushing boundaries, going further for our consumers … and reaching millions of people around the world in 172 countries and 43 languages every month as we do it. NGP returns 27 percent of our proceeds to the nonprofit National Geographic Society to fund work in the areas of science, exploration, conservation and education.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with National Geographic Partners, LLC, which is part of a business segment we call National Geographic.

National Geographic Partners, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.