Creative Artists Agency
Media Finance - Assistant
Creative Artists Agency, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is the leading entertainment and sports agency, with global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship sales and endorsements, licensing, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, trademark licensing, and philanthropy. Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAA’s diverse workforce identifies, innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organizations that shape culture and inspire the world. The trailblazer of the agency business, CAA was the first to build a sports business, create an investment bank, launch a venture fund, found technology start-up companies, establish a philanthropic arm, build a business in China, and form a brand marketing services division, among other innovations.Job Description
The Role:We are looking for an Assistant to supportan agent in our Media Finance Group in Los Angeles . The office’s primary responsibility is to help package, finance, and sell films outside of the studio system, and is heavily involved in film sales across all the major festivals such as Cannes, Sundance and Toronto. The ideal candidate will have a passion for film and curiosity for how films are developed, financed, and sold. Additionally, the Assistant is administratively capable of handling a high volume of tasks, across multiple time-zones, with the ability to clearly communicate with the agent, clients, and peers.Responsibilities:Manage administrative duties including handling heavy phones and emails, client calendar management, booking reports, preparing expense reports, updating contracts, scheduling traveland general office management tasksServe as the first point of contact with clients, Agents and Network/Studio ExecutivesTrackclients, potential clients projects and financiersAssist with special projects, research,flagging trades, news and compiling information as neededStay up to date on current events within the entertainment landscape, especially as it relates to Motion Pictures and TelevisionQualifications:Minimum of 10 months of professional administrative or equivalent experienceAbility to work well in fast-paced environments; meet tight deadlines; lead multiple projects and expectations; maintain a sharp focus while handling competing priorities; ability to work well under pressureAttention to detail, strong organization and problem-solving skills are a mustStrong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, while understanding the importance of maintaining confidentialityStrong command of the Microsoft Office suite, especially Word, Excel and TeamsAbility to anticipate needs and execute time-sensitive mattersTeam oriented and able to communicate and collaborate with employees at all levelsAdept at quickly learning new processes, technology, and ability to assimilate oneself and become familiar with existing systemsLocationOn-Site in Los Angeles , CA , United StatesCompensationThe base hourly rate for this position is in the range of $20.00-22.00. This position also is eligible for benefits and discretionary bonus. Ultimately, wages may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, business sector, and geographic location, among other criteria. Please talk with a CAA Recruiter to learn more.Please provide complete and legible information. An incomplete application may affect your consideration for employment.Creative Artists Agency, LLC (the “Company”) is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate on the basis of race (inclusive of traits historically associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, creed, gender or sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, family and medical care leave status, military or veteran status, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, an employee’s or their dependent’s reproductive health decision making (e.g., the decision to use or access a particular drug, device or medical service), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The Company also complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws with regard to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. CAA does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless they were contractually engaged by CAA to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any such employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the acknowledgement and agreement that CAA will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.#J-18808-Ljbffr
The Role:We are looking for an Assistant to supportan agent in our Media Finance Group in Los Angeles . The office’s primary responsibility is to help package, finance, and sell films outside of the studio system, and is heavily involved in film sales across all the major festivals such as Cannes, Sundance and Toronto. The ideal candidate will have a passion for film and curiosity for how films are developed, financed, and sold. Additionally, the Assistant is administratively capable of handling a high volume of tasks, across multiple time-zones, with the ability to clearly communicate with the agent, clients, and peers.Responsibilities:Manage administrative duties including handling heavy phones and emails, client calendar management, booking reports, preparing expense reports, updating contracts, scheduling traveland general office management tasksServe as the first point of contact with clients, Agents and Network/Studio ExecutivesTrackclients, potential clients projects and financiersAssist with special projects, research,flagging trades, news and compiling information as neededStay up to date on current events within the entertainment landscape, especially as it relates to Motion Pictures and TelevisionQualifications:Minimum of 10 months of professional administrative or equivalent experienceAbility to work well in fast-paced environments; meet tight deadlines; lead multiple projects and expectations; maintain a sharp focus while handling competing priorities; ability to work well under pressureAttention to detail, strong organization and problem-solving skills are a mustStrong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, while understanding the importance of maintaining confidentialityStrong command of the Microsoft Office suite, especially Word, Excel and TeamsAbility to anticipate needs and execute time-sensitive mattersTeam oriented and able to communicate and collaborate with employees at all levelsAdept at quickly learning new processes, technology, and ability to assimilate oneself and become familiar with existing systemsLocationOn-Site in Los Angeles , CA , United StatesCompensationThe base hourly rate for this position is in the range of $20.00-22.00. This position also is eligible for benefits and discretionary bonus. Ultimately, wages may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, business sector, and geographic location, among other criteria. Please talk with a CAA Recruiter to learn more.Please provide complete and legible information. An incomplete application may affect your consideration for employment.Creative Artists Agency, LLC (the “Company”) is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate on the basis of race (inclusive of traits historically associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, creed, gender or sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, family and medical care leave status, military or veteran status, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, an employee’s or their dependent’s reproductive health decision making (e.g., the decision to use or access a particular drug, device or medical service), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The Company also complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws with regard to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. CAA does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless they were contractually engaged by CAA to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any such employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the acknowledgement and agreement that CAA will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.#J-18808-Ljbffr