Content for Change Academy

Come and join a culture where content, people, and ideas merge. An exciting and open place where your talents an truly thrive. At Paramount, we have an iconic portfolio of brands, like Showtime, MTV, Nickelodeon, and many more - but it's our employees that make it unique. You could be the next addition to our incredible team. 

ABOUT THE CONTENT FOR CHANGE ACADEMY

Paramount is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. The company’s content spreads across every genre and format, while its networks and brands forge deep connections with the world’s most diverse audiences.

Paramount has partnered with MediaMKRS, a Reel Works program for the Content for Change Academy -- A talent program that aims to remove barriers to entry for new storytellers, build equity, and invest in the industry’s next generation of leaders from nontraditional pathways, including individuals from community colleges and certification programs, who have been historically marginalized from entry into the entertainment industry. 

 

Overall this was a very valuable experience, I'm glad to be amongst the first and I hope this program continues to open doors for many others along the way. - Content for Change participant 2022

Paramount’s Content for Change initiative aims to use the power of storytelling to counteract harmful social narratives and ultimately spark systemic transformation of the way people see themselves and each other. As part of Content for Change, Paramount is focused on disrupting the entertainment industry’s creative supply chain, with a renewed emphasis on hiring emerging talent and moving to new paradigms that inject equity into talent pipelines.

Reel Works mentors, inspires and empowers underserved NYC youth to share their stories through filmmaking, creating a springboard to successful careers in media and beyond. The MediaMKRS program is a consortium of industry and education leaders that aims to diversify the media landscape and create equitable solutions. 

Working together, The Content for Change Academy begins with a virtual introductory bootcamp where participants will gain insight into the Paramount business as well as skills that will equip them to succeed in the Content for Change Academy. Trainees will then be placed in a 6-month full-time placement within areas spanning Pre-Production, Production, and Post-Production. Trainees will receive one-on-one mentorship as well as access to an online resource library for career development. Trainees will receive a $20 hourly rate and work up to 40 hours per week.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

  • A past or current participant of a media-related community-based organization (such as Reel Works, Made in NY, Film2Future etc.), an associate degree or equivalent work experience

  • Graduates of a four-year institute or graduate program are not eligible for this program

  • Proper work authorization to be employed within the United States for full length of the program (September 2022-March 2023)

  • Current NYC or LA resident or lives within commuting distance of one of the cities and able to prove residency of at least 6 months

  • Must have a flexible schedule to participate in up to 20 hours of training during the two-week virtual introductory bootcamp

  • Must be available to commit to the program timeline and participate in the program full-time (40 hours per week)

  • Must be 18 years or older by September 2022

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

  • Passionate about the entertainment and media industry; passionate about making amazing content that can live on social media, linear television, or the big screen!

  • Strong attention to detail and highly organized

  • Strong communication skills

  • A good problem solver

  • Highly collaborative, open-minded, feedback-seeking attitude with the ability to pivot as necessary

  • Ability to work under pressure and communicate concisely

  • Familiarity with Photoshop, AVID, and After Effects is a big plus

  • Comfortable working with Google Docs, Sheets, MS Word, Excel and MS Outlook

Applications are Closed. At any time, please email info@mediamkrs.org with questions. Please include the Subject: Paramount CFC Academy Application.

Timeline:

Attend the mandatory Info Session

Round 1: Confirm Proof of Residency

Round 2: 1-way video interview and References

Round 3: Virtual Interviews with Paramount Team

Program Dates: 

  • Will be confirmed once the application cycle is open again

    * Please note the program dates are subject to change.