Creative Assistant, IP Scouting

TM UK (Web); Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Netflix in London seeks a Creative Assistant to support the IP Scouting EMEA team. The role requires proactive problem-solving, strong organisation and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

You will assist senior team members with calendar management, travel arrangements, and the preparation of presentations and memos. Collaboration with Book Scouts, agents, producers and directors across EMEA is essential.

Qualifications

• 1+ years supporting senior-level creative executives, agents or producers or in administrative roles in media or publishing.
• Understanding of creative processes in the industry, especially adaptation.
• Interest in storytelling, series and film to support creative work.
• Fluency in English. Knowledge of another European language is a plus.
• Discretion and ability to handle confidential information.
• Technically minded with experience in multiple systems.
• Willing to work after hours for urgent matters.
• Strong written and verbal communication and ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Prepare reading lists for the team and memos updating internal teams on project status.
• Input project data (pitch es, submissions) into internal systems.
• Support creative leads by preparing presentations using Google slides.
• Maintain internal and external communications with Book Scouts, Agents, producers, writers and Directors.
• Coordinate travel domestically and internationally and manage complex calendars.
• Be the go-to-expert for internal/external systems and assist with events.

Skills

Administrative support

Calendar management

Travel coordination

Multitasking

Communication

English fluency

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Google Docs

Sheets

Slides

Google Mail

Google Slides

Job description

We are seeking a Creative Assistant to support our IP Scouting EMEA team based in London. The successful candidate will navigate priorities effectively, take independent initiative, adapt to shifting project needs, and manage diverse responsibilities with a strong organisational focus and attention to detail. This role involves working in a dynamic environment requiring a proactive approach to problem-solving. We want folks from different backgrounds to feel expected, reflected and respected at Netflix, and therefore we are committed to providing an accessible working environment for everyone. Specific Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To Prepare reading lists for the team and to read and to prepare regular memos updating internal teams on the status of projects Assess projects independently on behalf of the team Input project data, such as pitches and submissions, into internal systems. Support creative leads by preparing presentations using Google slides Maintain effective communication internally with cross-functional teams and externally with Book Scouts, Agents, production companies, Producers, Writers, and Directors. Work collaboratively with our content teams across EMEA and with the IP Scouting Team in EMEA. Support Team Leaders with ad hoc projects such as organising and supporting events Manage complex calendars for multiple executives, including scheduling and confirming meetings both internally and externally Coordinate travel arrangements, both domestically and internationally Be the team "go-to-expert" for both internal and external systems.

Qualifications 1+ Years as an assistant supporting senior-level creative executives, agents or producers or experience with administrative roles with a background in the media or publishing industry. An understanding of the creative processes within the industry, particularly with regard to adaptation Having a genuine interest in storytelling, series and film to be able to understand and support the creative work Fluency in English. The ability to speak another European language would be an advantage. Ability to be discreet and maintain confidential information Technically minded with experience in mastering multiple systems. Ability to respond after hours for important, timely, or urgent matters Team player who operates in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting Understanding of how to prioritise and respond accordingly Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to multi-task Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Google Mail Prior experience reading scripts or books and providing coverage is preferred Enthusiastic about Netflix culture: our culture is unique and we live by our values