Executive Assistant, Development/Unscripted Experience

We have a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about unscripted programming to be an Executive Assistant! In this exciting role, the Executive Assistant will provide daily executive and administrative support for the EVP, Unscripted - Network. You must have superb organizational skills, an eye for detail, excellent written and verbal communication skills, has an understanding of the industry, and a desire to work in unscripted television. It is important for you to be able to anticipate the needs of the executives, confidently multi-task, and prioritize under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Must be a self-starter. The Executive Assistant should feel comfortable interacting with various executives and should feel confident acting as a liaison between executives, agents, talent, and buyers. Looking for someone to grow with the company.

A SNAPSHOT OF RESPONSIBILITIES

• Greet guests, answer and roll calls, schedule a heavy calendar, coordinate and maintain appointments/meetings, maintain files, book travel arrangements/reservations, and coordinate all other special projects
• Act as liaison with other internal departments and external contacts to execute assignments and represent the EVP and team in a professional and efficient manner
• Keep up to speed on competitive development across the unscripted landscape
• Create and maintain a comprehensive database of pitches, current and past development.
• Keep current on Company projects, events, and issues and provide updates to your supervisor
• Provide personal assistance on various projects and activities
• Coordinate travel arrangements (domestic and international) and other administrative duties (i.e. processing travel and expense reports, filing, etc.)
• Serve as back-up to other administrative assistants when necessary
• Assist with departmental projects and events as needed
• Assist on set when needed with productions

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• 2 years of experience as an Executive Assistant
• Previous entertainment agency or production experience
• Team-player who operates in a fast-paced setting
• Understanding of how to prioritize and respond accordingly to changing business needs
• Excellent communication and follow-up skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, and Keynote
• Able to organize and establish administrative procedures independently, draft correspondence and reports, and work under pressure
• Ability to handle confidential information and interact with high-level executives
• Office coverage requires extended work hours – must be available to work overtime

NICE TO HAVE, BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER

• Bachelor's degree

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $25.00-26.00 per hour. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.