Communications Assistant

This is a Full Time Job

UTA seeks an Assistant to provide administrative support to an SVP of Communications and a Director of Communications. In this role, the candidate will be responsible for a variety of day-to-day programmatic and administrative tasks and will be expected to produce high-quality communications materials, help to organize press events, contribute to online communications, and act as a media liaison. This position combines publicity and administrative duties, including management of heavy scheduling, travel, internal event planning and monitoring coverage for the agency's clients.

This is a full-time position with benefits and will pay $23-30 per hour.

What You Will Do
• Administrative duties include answering phones, heavy meeting and schedule coordination, heavy email correspondence, and travel coordination
• Managing expenses and payments
• Coordinate external communications activities as needed
• Participate in brainstorming and planning sessions
• Assist in organizing and execution of events, campaigns etc.
• Conduct research to support Corporate Communication planning
• Draft content such press releases, pitches, agent and executive biographies, executive list submissions and other agency-related documents
• Build and maintain media lists, conference trackers and status documents
• Develop and maintain relationships with all internal departments and external clients
• Interface with high-profile clients, managers and publicists
• Other special projects as assigned

What You Will Need
• Bachelor's degree strongly preferred
• 2+ years of prior experience in entertainment publicity at a public relations agency, studio or network.
• Strong Project Management skills
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint)
• General business knowledge and interest in media and entertainment business
• Strong problem-solving, listening and skills.
• Excellent communication and writing skills
• Well-organized, able to work with deadlines
• An analytical mind with attention to detail

What You Will Get
• The unique and exciting opportunity to work at one of the leading global entertainment companies
• Access to the tools, leadership, and resources you will need to create and drive a center of excellence
• The opportunity to do the best work of your career
• Work in an inclusive and diverse company culture
• Competitive benefits and programs to support your well-being

UTA and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities.