Assistant to Literary Partner

Different Technologies Pty Ltd.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) plan

Pet-friendly office

Paid time off

Year-end office closure

Job summary

Untitled Entertainment, based in Los Angeles, seeks an in-office assistant to support a Literary Partner with admin duties including calls, calendars, and meetings. You will prepare reports, manage submissions, and build research on books and screenplays for coverage.

Ideal candidates have strong communication, attention to detail, and a passion for TV/film. In-office role with growth opportunities and exposure to high-profile clients and projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in film, television, media studies, or related field.
• Minimum 1 year assistant experience at a representation company preferred.
• Strong reading and summarising skills with quick synopsis delivery.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Manage and roll a high volume of phone calls.
• Heavy schedule and calendar management.
• Build itineraries for business trips, set visits and more.
• Manage booking reports.
• Prepare and submit expense reports.
• Manage submissions.
• Interface with high-profile clients, producers, and executives.
• Liaise between partners, agents, and peers.
• Read, summarize, and analyze books and screenplays and provide coverage.
• Maintain a database of contact information for directors, writers, and talent.

Skills

Calendar management

Phone handling

Research & coverage

Communication

Discretion

Education

Bachelor’s degree in film/TV/media studies or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Zoom

Job description

Untitled Entertainment is seeking an LA-based assistant to support a Literary Partner. This person will be performing all the typical admin duties: rolling calls, managing calendars and client meetings, managing booking reports, project/client submissions, list building and research, and other duties as assigned. We’re looking for an excellent communicator with strong attention to detail who is passionate about TV/film.

This is a great opportunity to learn and grow where your thoughts and opinions on material will be valued and expected.

What you will do:

• Manage and roll a high volume of phone calls.
• Heavy schedule and calendar management.
• Build itineraries for business trips, set visits and more.
• Manage booking reports.
• Prepare and submit expense reports.
• Manage submissions.
• Interface with high-profile clients, producers, and executives.
• Liaise between partners, agents, and peers.
• Read, summarize, and analyze books and screenplays and provide coverage.
• Maintain a database of contact information for directors, writers, and talent.
• This is an in office position.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you will bring:

• A genuine passion for the representation business in movies, television, and storytelling.
• At least a year of assistant experience at a representation company is preferred.
• Must have a basic understanding of legal contracts and correspondence.
• Must be an avid reader and read materials quickly and provide a clear synopsis of the material.
• Ability to exercise discretion.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated a proactive disposition, resourcefulness, and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Proficient with Zoom meetings and presentations.
• Bachelor’s degree in film, television, media studies, or related field, required.

What we are offering you:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage – including options with 100% company-paid premiums
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, STD, LTD, HSA/FSA, EAP
• Discretionary time off, paid sick time, and a paid two week year end office closure
• A pet friendly office
• The opportunity to gain amazing experience and work with amazing people

Who we are:

Untitled Entertainment is a top global management firm with offices in Los Angeles and New York. Untitled represents actors, writers, directors, producers, playwrights, and more.