Sales Trainee

Our Universal Pictures International (UPI) Spain team are currently seeking a Sales Trainee for the duration of 6+6 months (contrato de practicas).

This role offers a hands‑on introduction to the commercial side of the film industry, giving you real exposure to theatrical distribution, trade initiatives, and sales operations within a global entertainment company.

You’ll work closely with colleagues across Sales, Marketing, Technical and Finance, supporting the day‑to‑day activities that help our films reach audiences across Spain.

What you’ll learn & support

As our Sales Trainee, you’ll gain practical experience by supporting the team with both operational and administrative tasks, while developing an understanding of how film distribution works in a theatrical environment. In other words, you will learn how major film releases are positioned and sold in the cinema market space.

Your responsibilities will include:

Film Sales & Trade Support

• Assisting the Sales team with the execution of trade and sales initiatives for theatrical releases
• Supporting the coordination of trade campaigns and promotional activities with cinema exhibitors
• Helping track campaign timelines and ensuring key deliverables are followed up

Exhibitor & Partner Coordination

• Supporting day‑to‑day communication with cinema exhibitors in Spain
• Assisting with the preparation and distribution of trade and promotional materials
• Following up on shipments of materials and ensuring timely delivery

Operational & Analytical Exposure

• Supporting basic reporting and tracking of trade activities and campaigns
• Assisting the Trade Manager and Sales Analyst with simple analytical and administrative tasks
• Gaining exposure to how sales data supports commercial decision‑making

Administrative & Systems Support

• Assisting with billing processes, purchase orders, and internal documentation
• Supporting the team with administrative tasks using internal systems (including SAP)
• Helping keep sales and trade information organised and up to date