Communications - Admin Assistant

Job Description

AMC Global Media is home to many of the greatest stories and characters in TV and film and the premier destination for passionate and engaged fan communities around the world.

We create and curate celebrated series and films across distinct brands and make them available to audiences everywhere. Our portfolio includes targeted streaming services AMC , Acorn TV, Shudder, Sundance Now, ALLBLK and HIDIVE; cable networks AMC, BBC AMERICA, Independent Film Company, Sundance TV and We TV; and film distribution labels Independent Film Company and RLJE Films. The company also operates AMC Studios, our in-house studio, production, and distribution operation behind acclaimed and fan-favorite originals including The Walking Dead Universe and the Anne Rice Immortal Universe, and AMC Networks International, our international programming business.

We are currently seeking a Communications - Admin Assistant to join our Corp Comms & PR team based in our New York, NY offices.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Chief Communications Officer, as well as EVPs of Corporate Communications and Publicity.
• Manage complex calendars, scheduling and meeting coordination across multiple teams and time zones.
• Coordinate travel arrangements, itineraries and expense reporting.
• Support departmental financial administration including corporate card and invoice processing and reconciliation, monthly accrual reports and vendor onboarding and paperwork management.
• Oversight of department publication subscriptions, renewals and related account management.
• Collect, maintain and regularly update media/industry contact lists, including press contacts, publicists, managers and agents.
• Distribute company press releases and support ongoing communications coordination across teams.
• Monitor department email inboxes including but not limited to the company’s Press Center and Webmaster.
• Manage employee access to company SVOD services.
• Maintain departmental records and resources, including company calendars, event scheduling, award submissions and recognitions, executive bios, office supplies, etc.
• Assist with press and publicity activities, including schedule building, talent travel coordination, journalist interactions, press clips management, event-related logistics and other miscellaneous tasks as needed by various departments.
• Prepare and distribute meeting materials, agendas, presentations and other departmental documents as needed.
• Serve as a point of coordination across communications, marketing, and other internal stakeholders.
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism, discretion and sound judgement.
  
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS (Required & Preferred)

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 1-3 years of administration experience, preferably within media, entertainment communications or a corporate environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent organizational, written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Proactive, resourceful and able to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Professional demeanor with strong interpersonal skills and sound judgement.
• Interest in and knowledge of entertainment industry and/or corporate communications and PR is preferred.
• Ability to work various events and travel as necessary.
  
  
  

The base compensation for this position is $50,000 - $60,000 commensurate with experience. AMC Global Media additionally offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Services, among other benefit plan options, subject to eligibility requirements. AMC Global Media values the benefits achieved through in-office collaboration, but we provide our employees with the flexibility to work from home one day per week.

The Company is committed to policy of nondiscrimination in its employment and personnel practices. Applicants are considered for all employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, religion, alienage, citizenship, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, genetic predisposition or carrier status, age, marital status, familial status, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking or sexual assault, sexual orientation, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

The Company is committed to policy of nondiscrimination in its employment and personnel practices. Applicants are considered for all employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, religion, alienage, citizenship, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, genetic predisposition or carrier status, age, marital status, familial status, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking or sexual assault, sexual orientation, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.