Talent Agent Assistant

This is a Full Time Job

The Gersh Agency in New York is seeking an ambitious Talent Agent Assistant to work for a Partner on a busy desk. You must have 1+ years of work experience at a mainstream talent agency/management company on a desk. This opportunity is ideal for someone who knows they want to be an agent and is excited to work on a fast-paced, high volume desk. Excellent opportunity for growth.

JOB DUTIES:
• Contact with key players across the entertainment industry.
• Experience working on a busy executive's desk.
• Rolling calls and scheduling meetings.
• Calendar management, expense reports, and travel coordination.
• Generating and scheduling auditions as well as coordinating with casting directors, managers, and publicists.
• Drafting email correspondence, sending submissions, and tracking incoming/outgoing materials.

SKILLS & QUALITIES:
• Desire to pursue a career as a talent agent.
• Must have 1+ years of work experience on a busy executive's desk.
• Capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong attention to detail.
• Positive attitude, highly organized, and ability to work well under pressure.
• Bachelor's degree required.

PLEASE NOTE: You must have experience working on a busy desk (post-graduation) for at least 1+ years to be considered. Preferred industry experience: Talent Agency or Entertainment Company. This position is on-site at our NYC office.