Books Business Affair Assistant

Job Description

Who We Are

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.

The Role

CAA is seeking an assistant to support two Business Affairs Executives who work with Books Publishing and Intellectual Property (film, television, podcast, etc.) The ideal candidate will be seeking to enhance their knowledge of the entertainment industry while working at a dynamic and collaborative talent agency. The assistant plays a vital role in keeping the business running smoothly. There is tremendous opportunity to learn and grow. Law school graduates, and those considering law school, who are looking for exposure to entertainment law are encouraged to apply, as are those contemplating careers as agents or producers who would like to gain direct experience working in the entertainment industry from a business and legal perspective.

Responsibilities

• Providing administrative support including phone and meeting coordination, scheduling,booking travel, and preparing expense reports
• Editing, proofreading, summarizing, and redlining agreements and correspondence
• Serving as first point of contact with clients and executives while demonstrating a professional, customer-service attitude
• Tracking contracts and maintaining accurate files
• Assisting with special projects, research, and compiling information as needed
• Over time, the assistant will gain experience drafting and commenting on agreements and may be given the opportunity to assist in negotiations with buyers and outside law firms (all under the direct support of BA Executives)

Qualifications

• 1+ year of relevant experience (including internships) within the entertainment industry or a strong interest in transitioning into the entertainment industry
• Top notch organizational, verbal, written and interpersonal skills
• Ability to juggle a multitude of tasks
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to perform well under pressure
• Team oriented
• Familiarity with contracts in the entertainment business, specifically relating to book publishing, film, tv, podcast; experience proofreading, drafting, and redlining contracts preferred

Education

• BA/BS from an accredited University or College or equivalent work experience preferred
• Law degree from ABA accredited law school is preferred but not required (if no Law degree has been earned, an interest in the legal profession is strongly preferred). 

Location

On-Site in New York City, NY, United States 

Compensation

The 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 absence of a permanent address is not a bar to employment. The Company does not discriminate against individuals based on housing status, including the absence of a fixed address.

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.