Non-Fiction Television Assistant

This is a Full Time Job


The Role

The Assistant will provide support to an agent in CAA's Non Fiction Television Department. The ideal candidate will have a passion for unscripted television and artist representation in the entertainment business. Additionally, the Assistant is administratively capable of handling a high volume of tasks with ability to clearly communicate with agents, clients, peers, etc.

Responsibilities
• Administrative duties including handling heavy phones, calendar management, scheduling travel, booking reports, preparing expense reports, and general office management tasks.
• Serve as first point of contact with clients and executives.
• Track clients and potential clients.
• Assist in submitting clients for projects.
• Track budgets, payments and other financial transactions as needed.
• Assist with special projects, research, and compiling information as needed.
• Stay current on the unscripted, reality television landscape – talent, shows, networks and executives.

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.
• Ability to effectively and proactively communicate and interact with employees at all levels.
• Superlative writing skills.
• 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 or College preferred.

Location

On-Site in New York, NY, United States