Placement Year Review at Warner Bros

The Role

Role Description

Compile weekly reports concerning Warner Bros and other US TV series airing in both Uk and Germany.
Complete quarterly reports for all EMEA territories regarding viewing figures, channel shares, movements in the market.
Ad-hoc tasks regarding scheduling patterns or any other intelligence required my management.

1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Nice to work in a laid back environment but know exactly what the job is that ou need to get done. Permantent staff treat you as equal and respect work which you prodice.

2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Compiled my own reports from scratch for senior members of management including TV presidents in USA. Given recognition for your own work.

3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Worked very closely with my manager as a team of only 4 researchers in EMEA. Was never afriad to ask questions as everyone works together for the same results as a team.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Given daily tasks which would take me until around 11am. Then for the rest of the day i could work on either Ad-hoc requests or other essential reports.

5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

I was given reports to write for very senior management in USA. Also given the task to design and negotiate with a new production company the research that would provide for them.

6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

My report writing will have improved greatly and also my communication and confidence have been greatly improved.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Everyone works hard but in a laid back environment.

8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Had specific structure, training schedule and was introduced to other areas of research as the placement went on.

9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Had the option to do external training and had scheduled in house training throughout the placement.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

• Sports and Social Club
• National Travel
• Company Parties/Events
• Staff Sales/Staff Shop

11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

There is no specific gratuate scheme but having done a placement, management know what i am capable of if a position were to open.

Other Information

12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Central London is pretty expensive but if you dont go out all the time you can easily survive. I have managed to save this year.

14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Many places to go in London but dont expect to get in anywhere for free.

15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I played for the WB cricket team. There is also a football team and are often team outings.

In addition to these questions, is there any extra information you would like to leave about your experiences on your work placement that other students may be interested in?

This is a top placement which gives you the chance to work with some very experienced and well respected people within the TV industry. You will build up an excellent network of friends and are treated as anintegral part of the team. You are also the only Intern in WB with your own office!
Get the chance to mix with the stars, walk the red carpet and eat lunch at places you can only imagine being able to afford to go to.
My DVD collection has gone through the roof!

Review 23/34 for Warner Bros

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