What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant, Contemporary Music position at WME Group?
WME is a leading global talent agency. We seek a highly organized, detail-oriented, and resourceful Assistant to support a senior agent in our Contemporary Music department.
Qualifications Of The Ideal Candidate
Hiring Rate Minimum
$21.00 hourly (minimum will not fall below the applicable state/local minimum wage thresholds)
Hiring Rate Maximum
$21.00 hourly
WME is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief.
Qualifications Of The Ideal Candidate
- Dependable and disciplined with a high level of initiative.
- Multi-faceted interest and working knowledge of the entertainment industry.
- Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
- Proven experience providing administrative and operational support within a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact confidently and professionally.
- High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
- Provide administrative support related to bookings, including: reporting ticket counts, tracking deposits and payments, entering offers into booking system, and reviewing and tracking contracts.
- Provide comprehensive executive support, including complex calendar management, meeting coordination, call management, and professional correspondence.
- Attend meetings and calls as needed to capture detailed notes, track priorities, and ensure timely follow-up on key action items.
- Oversee administrative operations, including travel arrangements, expense reporting, and internal coordination.
- Manage high volumes of email and communication flows, prioritizing requests and ensuring timely responses.
- Complete additional tasks and special projects on an as-needed basis.
- Professional, resourceful, and solutions-oriented with excellent judgment and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, navigate shifting demands, and maintain accuracy and discretion under pressure.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and related productivity tools.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management capabilities in a fast-paced environment.
- Prior experience supporting a senior executive in music or entertainment strongly preferred.
Hiring Rate Minimum
$21.00 hourly (minimum will not fall below the applicable state/local minimum wage thresholds)
Hiring Rate Maximum
$21.00 hourly
WME is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief.
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