Administrative Assistant, Current Programming
ABC
Burbank, CAThis was removed by the employer on 1/21/2021 5:50:00 AM PST
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Administrative Assistant, Current Programming, ABC Entertainment (DGE)
Job Summary:
ABC Entertainment Group develops and produces compelling programming for broadcast on ABC in addition to other television and digital platforms. The group includes ABC Entertainment, which is responsible for all network primetime and late-night entertainment programming.
Responsibilities:
• Provides administrative support to two ABC Entertainment Current programming executives (as well as provides support to some ABC News and Synergy work)
• Proactively manages smooth operations of the executives' calendars and offices, being mindful of deadlines and priorities
• Organizes heavy calendar scheduling, facilitates heavy email and phone correspondence; submits expense reports and books travel arrangements
• Collaborates with studio executives, producers and writing staffs to ensure timely delivery of creative feedback for on-air programs
• Prepares grids for company-wide report, including writing summaries of creative material and tracking key production information
• Organizes submissions of writers, directors and producers; creates staffing lists; facilitates general meetings
• Reads and reviews creative material from shows and provides feedback as necessary
• Provides additional support to other executives and department as needed
Basic Qualifications:
• Prior administrative experience supporting an executive(s) in a high volume, deadline-driven desk in entertainment
• Ability to successfully coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
• Demonstrated organizational skills
• Superior attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Must have a passion for television and the desire for a career in TV
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision
• Must work well under pressure and deadlines
• Willingness to work overtime with short notice
• Proficient knowledge of Outlook, Word and Excel
• Proficiency in cloud based file management, i.e. Dropbox
Preferred Qualifications:
• Prior administrative assistant experience at a studio, network, production company or talent agency
• Understanding of the television development process and cycles
• Knowledge of agencies and networks
• SAP experience
Required Education
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
About Walt Disney Television:
Walt Disney Television (WDT) redefines the future of media and entertainment. Delivering compelling creative, great storytelling, ground-breaking technology, high-impact marketing and innovative distribution, WDT offers multiple opportunities to build a career that supports entertaining and informing the world. A key unit of The Walt Disney Company, one of the world's most admired vertically integrated media enterprises, WDT includes global live action and animation entertainment, news, owned television stations, and radio. If you've got a passion to join our team of talented professionals we want to hear your story.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with American Broadcasting Companies, Inc., which is part of a business segment we call Walt Disney Television.
American Broadcasting Companies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.
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