Photo Retoucher Intern

The STARZ Creative Services Team is seeking a Retouching/Comp/Finishing Artist Intern. In this role you would support STARZ with the creation and/or quality control of all photo content that is created and then shared with the company, its partners and vendors. These assets are used in a wide variety of display, including billboards, and social media postings in a multitude of platforms; Facebook, X, Instagram, etc. The imagery we produce is also shared with streaming partners and most prominently in our STARZ application. This is usually the main visual representing our shows and each episode of our show, as a viewer is scrolling through content, and can immediately engage with what they would view. We also assist in various “take overs” such as a subway station and the subway cars themselves, where materials are strategically placed to maximize viewer visibility.

Responsibilities 

• Work closely with in house Retouch/Finish team, familiarize yourself with our processes and workflow
• Color correction, photo processing, composition/comp, masking and integration of assets; learning and refining these skills throughout the intern program
• Retouch Unit/Gallery photography for use in marketing campaigns
• Work with our expanded Creative team on current marketing campaigns and internal brand strategies to develop assets such as Key Art, out of home executions, STARZ brand marketing campaigns. etc.

Qualification & Skills 

• Knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite with a strong emphasis in PhotoShop
• Basic knowledge of processing digital photography with Camera RAW and Capture 1
• Ability to work within structured timelines and between multiple departments
• Be able to share and receive critique of work in a broad creative atmosphere

Compensation Data
The pay rate for this internship is $20/hr.
 
Internship Details

Please read the following information carefully before submitting an application:

Important Dates
The STARZ Summer 2025 Internship program dates are: June 9, 2025 – August 15, 2025

All interns are required to attend orientation on Monday, June 9, 2025.

Details

• Internship will be a hybrid schedule with Monday-Thursday onsite and Fridays work remote
• Regular business hours are 9 AM – 6 PM Monday-Thursday and Friday 9 AM – 1 PM
• Interns must not work more than 36 hours per week
• Must be actively or recently enrolled (within 6 months of internship start date) in an accredited college or university and pursuing an undergraduate degree during the length of the program
• Interns must be current rising juniors through recent grads (within 6 months of internship start date)
• Interns must be available to work for the entire length of the program
• All internships are paid

To Apply
All candidates must submit a resume to your preferred area(s) of interest. The program offers internship opportunities in many departments, so candidates applying should keep in mind that they may be considered for departments not listed.

• Submit a 1-page resume
• Submit a cover letter (optional)

About the Company

STARZ (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company, is a leading media streaming platform committed to delivering premium content that amplifies narratives by, about and for women and underrepresented audiences. STARZ is home to the highly rated and first-of-its-kind STARZ app that offers the ability to stream or download STARZ premium content, as well as the flagship domestic STARZ® service, including STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels, and the associated on-demand and online services. STARZ is available across digital OTT platforms and multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, and telecommunications companies. In February 2021, STARZ launched #TakeTheLead, a multi-faceted and innovative inclusion initiative expanding its existing efforts to improve representation on screen, behind the camera and throughout the company.

EEO Statement

Starz is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws. In addition, Starz will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Starz will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and federal law.