The Challenge
TMZ is the epicenter of entertainment news—you'll create viral social content that reaches millions daily. This internship puts you directly in the newsroom where celebrity stories break, and your edits could trend within hours.
Your Mission
Master Adobe Premiere to edit 3-5 social videos per week meeting TMZ quality standards
Research and source trending celebrity moments for daily social posting across TikTok, Instagram, Twitter
Assist on 2-3 live camera shoots and learn TMZ's newsgathering process firsthand
Publish minimum 20 original social assets monthly with documented engagement metrics
Own one recurring social content series with 50K+ weekly impressions
Execute end-to-end video workflows from shoot to published post with zero revisions needed
Identify and pitch 3+ viral trends before they break on competitor accounts
Mentor incoming interns on social best practices and Adobe production workflow
KPIs You'll Own
Video Completion Rate
Percentage of viewers watching social videos to completion across TikTok and Instagram.
Content Turnaround Time
Hours from briefing to published asset—speed matters when celebrity news breaks.
Engagement Rate
Likes, comments, shares per post as percentage of reach.
Follower Growth
Weekly net new followers attributed to your content series.
Tools & Stack
Your Team
Your Manager
Social Media Department Lead
Current Team
Senior social media editors, producers, research team
Seasonal backfill for summer internship program
The Package
Salary
$18K-$22K
Remote
On-site only. Los Angeles, CA. 20+ hours/week minimum, early morning shifts starting 6:00 AM.
Benefits & Perks
Company Intelligence
FOX Entertainment owns TMZ, the leading global entertainment news platform with 35+ year legacy. TMZ breaks celebrity stories daily across broadcast, streaming, and social—reaching millions of fans in real-time with provocative, trend-setting coverage.
Culture
Fast-paced, independent, innovative storytelling culture. News breaks constantly—you move quickly or miss the moment.
Is This Role For You?
- You're obsessed with celebrity culture and can spot trends before they explode
- You're proficient in Adobe Premiere and can edit tight, engaging videos under deadline pressure
- You're a junior or senior in college and available full-time June-August 2026
- You thrive in a chaotic newsroom where decisions happen in minutes, not meetings
- You can't commit to 20+ hours/week or the early 6:00 AM start time
- You're not fluent in Adobe Premiere—this role requires real technical skill, not willingness to learn
- You're not genuinely interested in entertainment news and celebrity culture
Interview Process
Initial Screening
Phone/video call covering motivation, availability, Adobe proficiency
Portfolio Review
Submit 2-3 sample videos you've edited or social content projects
In-Person Interview
Meet with social media team lead at TMZ LA office; discuss newsgathering approach and social strategy
Offer
Contingent on availability confirmation and background check
Interested in this role?
Apply now and hear back within days, not weeks.
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