The Challenge
TMZ Deals is hunting for someone who can identify trending products across social and commerce, then turn them into compelling affiliate content. You'll be embedded in a fast-paced editorial team that moves at entertainment speed—think 6am starts and real output that reaches millions.
Your Mission
Research and identify 3-5 emerging product trends weekly across TikTok, Instagram, and commerce platforms relevant to TMZ's audience
Master the editorial workflow: copyedit, fact-check, and publish 15-20 product descriptions into the content management system
Build and maintain an accurate content tracker documenting performance metrics (clicks, conversions, publish dates) for all affiliate assets
Collaborate with senior editors to pitch and produce 8-12 original affiliate content pieces (posts, videos, guides)
Own product selection and curation for 2-3 content pillars (fashion, tech, lifestyle) with documented performance data
Develop a systematic trend-spotting process that identifies high-converting products 1-2 weeks before competitors
Increase affiliate content output quality and speed: reduce fact-check turnaround by 30% while maintaining zero errors
Contribute to testing and optimizing affiliate content formats; document learnings that inform broader TMZ Deals strategy
KPIs You'll Own
Affiliate Click-Through Rate (CTR)
Track CTR on published product content to measure content relevance and copywriting effectiveness.
Content Production Velocity
Monitor pieces published per week and fact-check turnaround time to optimize editorial workflow.
Product Trend Accuracy
Measure the conversion rate and engagement on products you identified vs. editorial picks to validate trend-spotting capability.
Affiliate Revenue Contribution
Track revenue attributed to content you created or contributed to as a proxy for content impact.
Tools & Stack
Your Team
Your Manager
TMZ Deals Editorial Lead (not specified in posting)
Current Team
Fast-paced editorial team with senior staff mentors; interns work directly on production
New internship role (seasonal, Summer 2026)
The Package
Salary
$18K-$22K (estimated for 20 hrs/week × 12 weeks at ~$18-22/hr for LA-based paid internship)
Remote
On-site only. Los Angeles, CA. Minimum 20 hours/week in 10-hour shifts. Early starts at 6:00 AM.
Benefits & Perks
Company Intelligence
TMZ is the leading source for celebrity and entertainment news, owned by FOX Entertainment. FOX is a 35+ year media powerhouse operating broadcast networks, streaming platforms, and production studios (Bento Box, MarVista, Studio Ramsay Global). Known for independent, provocative storytelling and a culture of innovation.
Customers
Entertainment enthusiasts, celebrity watchers, mainstream media audience
Culture
Independent, innovative, fast-paced, hands-on; interns directly contribute to production
Is This Role For You?
- You're a junior or senior in college with a genuine passion for celebrity news and entertainment culture
- You wake up early and thrive in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments (6am shifts are non-negotiable)
- You're curious about e-commerce and product trends and can spot what's about to blow up on social before it does
- You care about clarity and accuracy: fact-checking and copyediting energize you, not drain you
- You want real production experience and mentorship from people doing this at scale
- You can't commit to 20+ hours/week for 12 consecutive weeks (June–August 2026) or are uncomfortable with mandatory 6am starts
- You see affiliate marketing as soulless or beneath you; this role requires genuine enthusiasm for the product-to-audience fit
- You need remote flexibility or have a schedule that doesn't align with 10-hour days in person in Los Angeles
Interview Process
Application review
Resume, cover letter, and verification of junior/senior status; screening for demonstrated interest in entertainment or commerce
Phone screening (estimated)
Initial conversation with TMZ Deals hiring manager about motivation, availability, and understanding of the role
Task or portfolio review (estimated)
Writing sample, product curation exercise, or social media trend analysis to assess research and copywriting skills
Final interview (estimated)
In-person or video interview with editorial team; discussion of how you'd approach trend identification and content collaboration
Interested in this role?
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