Business Representative
SAG-AFTRA
Los Angeles, CAThis was removed by the employer on 6/26/2018 8:14:00 AM PST
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Full Time Job
Business Representative (Background Actors)
POSITION PURPOSE:
The Business Representative will provide excellent member service through contract interpretation and enforcement; advocate for background actors working under a SAG-AFTRA entertainment collective bargaining agreement, answer questions and make contract rulings for members, producers, studio executives, labor attorneys, casting agents and other industry professionals, and investigate, file and resolve claims.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
(This section provides a general summary of the most significant job duties performed. It does not explain in detail every single duty or function performed.)
• Provides producers, members and their representatives with information regarding SAG-AFTRA Agreements.
• Researches, investigates and file claims for non-compliance and follows them through to resolution.
• Answers contract questions, interprets, and enforces contracts.
• Participates with the Legal department in arbitration preparation and by giving testimony during proceedings.
• Participates in stakeholder committee meetings and events.
• Performs payroll audits when required.
• Represents SAG-AFTRA through participation in workshops, seminars, film festivals, panel discussions and other speaking engagements in the industry and with Background Actor groups and committees.
• Participates in meetings with producers.
• Various special projects, research and other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
(The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.)
• Able to communicate effectively in English; both verbal and written form.
• Negotiating skills.
• Must have comprehensive mathematical knowledge and abilities.
• Must have the ability to read, understand and interpret contracts.
• Independent problem solving and analytical skills.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft office products (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Must be customer service oriented and have the ability to interact well with members, performers, studio management and staff with discretion and diplomacy.
• Superlative interpersonal skills: a high degree of patience and tact. Must be able to cultivate respectful, strategic and collaborative relationships with people from diverse backgrounds, both internally and externally.
• Hold yourself and others accountable for a high level of performance and integrity.
• Have an understanding and awareness of worker rights impacting SAG-AFTRA members.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to work well under pressure and prioritize tasks with multiple deadlines.
• Capable of taking direction from more than one supervisor.
• Must be able to work in a very challenging environment where constructive feedback from others is encouraged.
• Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance at such level as is determined at SAG-AFTRA's sole discretion
• Must be available and willing to work extended hours (and/or overtime for applicable non- exempt positions) per day or per week, including weekends and holidays, as SAG-AFTRA determines is necessary to meet its business needs.
• Must be available and willing to travel to such locations and with such frequency as SAG-AFTRA determines is necessary or desirable to meet its business needs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education
and/or Experience:
• Undergraduate degree or a combination of 5 years of education and experience in a labor relations or entertainment environment preferred.
• Knowledge of Oracle is preferred.
• Legal knowledge/experience a plus.
• Juris Doctor degree a plus, but not required.
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