Assistant to Co-Head, TV Literary Department

This is a Full Time Job

POSITION SUMMARY
The Gersh Agency is seeking an experienced Assistant for the Co-Head of the TV Literary Department.
Minimum 1 year Agency Assistant experience required.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Manage a high volume of phone calls and emails from staff, clients and client managers
• Effectively communicate and interact with clients, prospective clients, managers, and executives with the utmost professionalism
• Maintain availability grid and send out submissions for bookings and personal appearances
• Draft, send, and track deal memos
• Prepare expense reports and coordinate travel (as needed)
• Ad hoc duties for projects as needed

JOB REQUIREMENTS/Qualifications • Bachelor's degree required
• Prior talent agency experience is required
• Handle highly sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Superior time management and multi-tasking skills
• Able to work well in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Strong attention to detail and excellent follow-up skills are paramount
• Ability to make sound decisions efficiently and effectively using critical thinking and practical approaches
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Willingness to make a two-year commitment is strongly preferred

ABOUT THE GERSH AGENCY:
With offices in Beverly Hills and New York, Gersh maintains thirteen full-service departments: Talent, Literary, Film Finance, Books, Comedy, Theater, Production, Alternative, Digital, Branding, Commercial Production, Commercial Endorsements and Culture. The agency's roster of clients includes award-winning actors, writers, producers, directors and production talent in film, television, new media, branded content, and stage. For over seven decades, Gersh has remained one of the most recognizable names in the entertainment industry.