Television Alternative - 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, 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 

The Assistant will provide support to an agent in CAA’s Non Fiction Television Department. The Agent represents documentary filmmakers and production companies, non-scripted/reality show production companies, and talent, both in the non-scripted space and from across the agency that want to host and EP. The ideal candidate will have a passion for unscripted television and artist representation in the entertainment business. Additionally, the Assistant is administratively capable of handling a high volume of tasks with ability to clearly communicate with agents, clients, peers, etc. If you’re looking to understand a true 360 approach to the Non-Fiction TV business, this is a great desk to learn on.

Responsibilities 

• Administrative duties including handling heavy phones, calendar management, scheduling travel, booking reports, preparing expense reports, and general office management tasks
• Serve as first point of contact with clients and executives
• Track clients and potential clients
• Assist in submitting clients for projects
• Track budgets, payments and other financial transactions as needed 
• Assist with special projects, research, and compiling information as needed
• Stay current on the unscripted, reality television landscape – talent, shows, networks and executives

Qualifications 

• 10+ months of experience preferred
• Ability to work well under pressure; meet tight deadlines; manage multiple projects and expectations; and maintain a sharp focus while managing competing priorities
• Attention to detail and strong organization skills are a must
• Strong interpersonal skills and can work seamlessly with a range of clients and executives across all levels, while understanding the importance of maintaining confidentiality
• Ability to effectively and proactively communicate and interact with employees at all levels to keep everyone informed and aligned
• Superlative writing skills
• Adept at quickly learning new processes, technology, and ability to assimilate oneself and become familiar with existing systems
• Effective preparation for meetings and calls, takes notes, and tracks follow-ups to ensure nothing slips through the cracks
• Strong command of the Microsoft Office suite

Education 

• BA/BS from an accredited University or College preferred. 

Location

This role will be on-site, located in our Los Angeles office.

Compensation

The annual base salary range for this position is as follows:

Los Angeles, CA - $20-22 per hour

 

This position is also eligible for benefits and a discretionary bonus. Ultimately, the salary may vary based upon factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in the role, business sector, and geographic location, among other criteria. 
 
Benefits

At CAA, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits* package for all regular full-time employees:

Benefits where the company pays 80%-100% of the cost include:

Medical

Basic Life and AD&D Insurance  

Telemedicine 
Employee assistance and mental health counseling in person, virtually or through text  
Paid Vacation / Holidays  
Paid Sick Time 

Paid Parental Leave and Other Paid Leaves of Absence 

NICU leave 

Bereavement resources 
Adoption Benefits 
Educational Assistance 
Mental Health Resources 
Employee Assistance Plan 

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.