Assistant, Television Business Affairs
CAA
Los Angeles, CAThis was removed by the employer on 7/13/2022 1:04:00 PM PST
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Full Time Job
The Role
We are seeking an assistant to support an executive in the Television Business Affairs department. The position offers an opportunity to learn about business affairs, work with industry executives and lawyers, and gain exposure to entertainment law and deal-making in television. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, possessing a desire to gain exposure to the business and legal aspects of the entertainment industry.
Responsibilities
• Efficiently support an executive responsible for negotiating deals for writing, directing, acting and producing clients in scripted and non-scripted television
• General clerical and administrative duties including letter drafting, filing, handling phones, managing calendars, scheduling, expenses, and office management
• Editing, proofreading, summarizing and redlining agreements and correspondence under the supervision of the executive
• Depending on skill, educational level and motivation to learn, assistant will gain experience drafting and commenting on agreements
• Maintain an awareness of the executive's obligations in order to proactively assist and/or anticipate needs
Qualifications
• 10+ months of experience preferred
• Ability to work well under pressure; meet tight deadlines; manage multiple projects and expectations; and maintain a sharp focus while managing competing priorities
• Attention to detail and strong organization skills are a must
• Strong interpersonal skills, while understanding the importance of maintaining confidentiality
• Strong command of the Microsoft Office suite and in particular Word, Excel & PowerPoint
• Adept at quickly learning new processes and technology
• Familiarity with film, television or other entertainment contracts is preferred, but not required
Education
• A JD or pursuing a JD is preferred but not required