Non-Scripted Television - Assistant

caa; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 57,308,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Creative Artists Agency (CAA) in Los Angeles, CA is seeking an Assistant to support a non-fiction television agent. The role emphasizes client service, detail orientation, and the ability to handle a high volume of tasks in a fast-paced environment while communicating clearly with agents, clients, and peers.

The ideal candidate has 10+ months of experience, sharp organizational skills, and proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite.

Qualifications

• 10+ months of experience preferred
• Attention to detail and strong organization skills required
• Strong interpersonal skills, while understanding the importance of maintaining confidentiality
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with employees at all levels
• Ability to work well under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and manage multiple projects and expectations while maintaining a sharp focus
• Adept at quickly learning new processes, technology, and ability to assimilate oneself and become familiar with existing systems
• Strong command of the Microsoft Office suite

Responsibilities

• Administrative duties including handling phones, emails, calendar management, scheduling travel, booking reports, preparing expense reports, and general office management tasks
• Serve as first point of contact with clients and executives
• Track budgets, payments and other financial transactions as needed
• Track represented materials, clients, and potential clients
• Assist with project management, research, and compiling information and materials as needed
• Stay current on news, digital content, the unscripted television landscape - talent, shows, networks and executives

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication with colleagues

Ability to work under pressure

Multi-project management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

BA/BS from an accredited University or College

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is the leading entertainment and sports agency, with global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship sales and endorsements, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, trademark licensing, and philanthropy. Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAA's diverse workforce identifies, innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organizations that shape culture and inspire the world. The trailblazer of the agency business, CAA was the first to build a sports business, create an investment bank, launch a venture fund, found technology start-up companies, establish a philanthropic arm, build a business in China, and form a brand marketing services division, among other innovations. Named Most Valuable Sports Agency by Forbes for eight consecutive years, CAA represents more than 2,000 of the world's top athletes in football, baseball, basketball, hockey, soccer, in addition to coaches, on-air broadcasters, and sports personalities and works in the areas of broadcast rights, corporate marketing initiatives, social impact, and sports properties for sales and sponsorship opportunities. Founded in 1975, CAA is headquartered in Los Angeles, and has offices in New York, Nashville, Memphis, Chicago, Miami, London, Munich, Geneva, Stockholm, Shanghai, and Beijing, among other locations globally.

Who We Are

Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is the leading entertainment and sports agency, with global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship sales and endorsements, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, trademark licensing, and philanthropy. Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAA's diverse workforce identifies, innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organizations that shape culture and inspire the world.

The Role

The Assistant will provide support to an agent in CAA's Non Fiction Television Department in Los Angeles. The agent represents talent across the entertainment industry for opportunities in the non-scripted space. The ideal candidate should be enthusiastic about client services in the entertainment industry. Additionally, the Assistant is detail oriented and able to handle a high volume of tasks in a fast-paced environment while clearly communicating with agents, clients, and peers.

Responsibilities

• Administrative duties including handling phones, emails, calendar management, scheduling travel, booking reports, preparing expense reports, and general office management tasks
• Serve as first point of contact with clients and executives
• Track budgets, payments and other financial transactions as needed
• Track represented materials, clients, and potential clients
• Assist with project management, research, and compiling information and materials as needed
• Stay current on news, digital content, the unscripted television landscape - talent, shows, networks and executives

Qualifications

• 10+ months of experience preferred
• Attention to detail and strong organization skills required
• Strong interpersonal skills, while understanding the importance of maintaining confidentiality
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with employees at all levels
• Ability to work well under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and manage multiple projects and expectations while maintaining a sharp focus
• Adept at quickly learning new processes, technology, and ability to assimilate oneself and become familiar with existing systems
• Strong command of the Microsoft Office suite

Education

• BA/BS from an accredited University or College preferred

Location

On-Site in Los Angeles, CA, United States

Compensation

The base hourly rate for this position is in the range of $20.00-22.00. This position also is eligible for benefits and discretionary bonus. Ultimately, wages may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, business sector, and geographic location, among other criteria.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Creative Artists Agency, LLC (the "Company") is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate on the basis of race (inclusive of traits historically associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, creed, gender or sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, family and medical care leave status, military or veteran status, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, an employee's or their dependent's reproductive health decision making (e.g., the decision to use or access a particular drug, device or medical service), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

The absence of a permanent address is not a bar to employment. The Company does not discriminate against individuals based on housing status, including the absence of a fixed address.

The Company also complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws with regard to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disab