Books & IP Business Affairs Assistant

Creative Artists Agency; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Artists Agency seeks an assistant to support two Business Affairs Executives who work with Books Publishing and Intellectual Property. The role offers exposure to entertainment law within a dynamic, collaborative talent agency and focuses on drafting, redlining, and negotiating contracts.

On-site in New York City, the position emphasizes organization, communication, and the ability to juggle multiple tasks. A BA/BS is required; a law degree is preferred but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of relevant experience within the entertainment industry or strong interest in entering the field.
• Top notch organizational, verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to juggle a multitude of tasks.
• Detail-oriented and able to perform under pressure.
• Team oriented with collaborative mindset.
• Familiarity with contracts in entertainment (publishing, film, TV, podcast); proofreading, drafting, and redlining preferred.
• BA/BS from an accredited university; law degree is preferred but not required (interest in legal profession strongly preferred).

Responsibilities

• Providing administrative support including phone and meeting coordination, scheduling, travel booking, and expense reports.
• Editing, proofreading, summarizing, and redlining agreements and correspondence.
• Serving as first point of contact with clients and executives with professional, customer-service attitude.
• Tracking contracts and maintaining accurate files.
• Assisting with special projects and research; compiling information as needed.
• Over time, gaining experience drafting and commenting on agreements and possibly assisting in negotiations under BA Executives.

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Detail-oriented

Works well under pressure

Team oriented

Contract familiarity in entertainment

Education

BA/BS

Law degree preferred

Job description

Creative Artists Agency seeks an assistant to support two Business Affairs Executives who work with Books Publishing and Intellectual Property. The role offers exposure to entertainment law within a dynamic, collaborative talent agency and focuses on drafting, redlining, and negotiating contracts.

On-site in New York City, the position emphasizes organization, communication, and the ability to juggle multiple tasks. A BA/BS is required; a law degree is preferred but not mandatory.