Senior Underwriter- Media

The Jonus Group; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

The Jonus Group is seeking a highly skilled Senior Underwriter to join a specialized Media underwriting team in Los Angeles. The portfolio covers traditional media, film and entertainment risks, with production company and E&O exposures.

The ideal candidate combines technical underwriting expertise with sound judgment and a drive to outperform in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include managing a high volume of submissions, producing quotes quickly, and building strong broker

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of underwriting experience.
• Direct Media Liability underwriting experience strongly preferred.
• Proven experience underwriting standalone Media Liability coverage.
• Strong understanding of Media Liability, Media E&O, Traditional Media, Advertising Agencies, Broadcasters, Newspapers, and Film & Entertainment risks.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high volume of submissions effectively.
• Produce approximately three quotes per day, depending on account complexity.
• Deliver competitive quotes within a 48-hour timeframe.
• Build and maintain strong broker relationships across the U.S.
• Underwrite both traditional media and entertainment-related risks, including production companies and content-related E&O exposures.
• Support portfolio growth while ensuring profitability.
• Demonstrate strong technical underwriting skills and sound risk selection.

Skills

Underwriting

Media Liability

Broker relationships

Fast-paced environment

Job description

Job Summary

Seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Underwriter to join a specialized Media underwriting team. The portfolio includes traditional media and film & entertainment accounts, with approximately half tied to production companies and content-related E&O exposures. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess strong technical expertise, and demonstrate sound underwriting judgment.

Job Description

Seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Underwriter to join a specialized Media underwriting team. The portfolio includes traditional media and film & entertainment accounts, with approximately half tied to production companies and content-related E&O exposures. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess strong technical expertise, and demonstrate sound underwriting judgment.

Senior Underwriter - Media

Seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Underwriter to join a specialized Media underwriting team. The portfolio includes traditional media and film & entertainment accounts, with approximately half tied to production companies and content-related E&O exposures. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess strong technical expertise, and demonstrate sound underwriting judgment.

Compensation Package

• Salary Range: $105,000 - $155,000 annually
• Employment Type: Permanent, full-time position

Responsibilities

• Manage a high volume of submissions effectively.
• Produce approximately three quotes per day, depending on account complexity.
• Deliver competitive quotes within a 48-hour timeframe.
• Build and maintain strong broker relationships across the U.S.
• Underwrite both traditional media and entertainment-related risks, including production companies and content-related E&O exposures.
• Support portfolio growth while ensuring profitability.
• Demonstrate strong technical underwriting skills and sound risk selection.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Minimum of 5+ years of underwriting experience preferred.
• Direct Media Liability underwriting experience strongly preferred.
• Proven experience underwriting standalone Media Liability coverage.
• Strong understanding of:
• Media Liability
• Media E&O
• Traditional Media
• Advertising Agencies
• Broadcasters
• Newspapers
• Film & Entertainment risks, including production company exposures
• Ability to build and maintain broker relationships.
• Experience managing high submission volumes and new business underwriting.
• Ability to quickly assess opportunities and deliver competitive quotes in a fast-paced environment.