Assistant, Production & Special Projects
FX Networks
Los Angeles, CAThis was removed by the employer on 3/23/2017 12:04:00 PM PST
Not to worry we have many other jobs on the site;
Browse all jobs
Browse the Assistant and Entry Level Category
Browse the TV Network Category
Search for Assistant, Production & Special Projects jobs in Los Angeles-CA
Search all Assistant, Production & Special Projects postings
Full Time Job
Assistant, Production & Special Projects (FX)
FX Networks is seeking an Assistant to provide administrative support to three executives who oversee the production of all on-air promotions, editorial campaigns and special projects for marketing and other departments.
Responsibilities:
• Provides administrative office support for one Senior Vice President and two Vice Presidents. Duties include answering phones, scheduling meetings, organizing schedules, handling expense reports, making travel arrangements, updating and distributing production calendar, requesting discs and scripts from Development and Public Relations, handling mail, arranging couriers and archiving campaign materials. Also handles all travel arrangements and expense reports for two Directors of Production.
• Creates presentation decks for a variety of projects and initiatives including campaign and spot presentations, photo and reference scrap, statistics and ratings presentations, etc.
• Supports department by ordering supplies and materials, equipment, IT support, furniture requirements, temporary staffing needs, messenger/courier needs, etc.
Qualifications:
• College degree, preferably with a focus on television, marketing, and/or promotions.
• Minimum 2 years previous experience as an assistant in television or production preferred. Previous experience supporting a VP or above preferred.
• Must have basic knowledge of television and film terminology and processes. Must possess the ability to understand television timing and statistically-based information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint required.
• Must be able to interact and communicate with a wide variety of personalities, and demonstrate professionalism and confidence when dealing with show producers and talent via phone or in-person.
• Must be able to work under tight deadlines, and be autonomous and decisive.
• Must be able to prioritize assignments, work in a very fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Must be able to have fluctuating business hours to match those of the SVP and VPs while they are traveling (most frequently operating off the Eastern time zone).
Division Description
FX Networks, a business unit of 21st Century Fox, is comprised of the networks FX, FXX and FXM and the video on-demand app FXNOW. FX, the flagship general entertainment basic cable channel, launched in June of 1994 and is carried in 91 million homes. The diverse schedule features a growing roster of critically-acclaimed and award-winning hit dramas series, including The Americans, The Strain, Taboo, Legion and the upcoming Snowfall; the critically-acclaimed limited series American Horror Story, Fargo, American Crime Story and the upcoming Feud and Trust; and acclaimed hit comedy series including the award-winning Louie, Baskets, Better Things and Atlanta. In 2016, FX received a basic cable record 56 Emmy® Award nominations and a basic cable record 18 wins, including 9 for The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story. FX's roster of acquired hit series includes Two and a Half Men, How I Met Your Mother and Mike & Molly. FXX, the newest network, launched in September 2013 and is carried in 81 million homes. Geared towards a young adult audience, the schedule features original series, movies, and acquired series. The channel is anchored by the acclaimed hit comedies It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, the Emmy® Award winning comedy series Archer, You're the Worst and Man Seeking Woman. FXX is also the exclusive cable home to The Simpsons, the longest-running comedy in TV history, the late night animated block Animation Domination, and acquired hit series such as In Living Color, Mad About You and Parks and Recreation. FXM (formerly Fox Movie Channel) was launched in October of 1994 and is now carried in 57 million homes. Its schedule features classic films during the day (FXM Retro), and contemporary box office hits and acclaimed, award-winning films in the evening, as well as short-form award-winning original programming.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.