Assistant, Television Research

This is a Full Time Job

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.

Job Description

THE ROLE:

The Assistant, Television Research will have an opportunity to gain experience that will be useful in understanding all aspects of the television industry. The ideal candidate should have the ability to objectively analyze ratings information under direction of management for both the broadcast and cable arenas, and write meaningful and easily digestible bullet points for various shows.

RESPONSIBILITES:
• Administrative duties including handling phones, calendar management, scheduling travel, preparing expense reports and general office management tasks
• Run regular ratings reports
• Reviewing and writing summaries of syndicated reports, produce regular reports/memos on industry trends
• Responding to ad hoc requests and other projects as requested

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Internship to 1 year of experience working with ratings at a studio, syndicator, agency, station, broadcast network or cable network
• General knowledge of the television business and evolving trends
• Have some exposure to Nielsen's Galaxy Explorer and Overnight systems
• Familiarity with social media research a plus
• 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
• Strong interpersonal skills, while understanding the importance of maintaining confidentiality
• Effectively communicate and interact with employees at all levels
• 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 of College strongly preferred