Administrative Assistant, Production Development

About the Role

The Administrative Assistant will provide administrative support to the EVP of Production Development. This position may require frequent requests to read/watch and provide opinions on material in addition to managing day-to-day administrative functions and support. Ideal candidates should be acutely detail oriented, have a passion for films, screenplays and books, and possess an expansive worldview. Agency experience is preferred but not required.

What You'll Do

• Provide administrative support
• Read/watch content and provide opinions on materials
• Schedule meeting requests and manage calendar
• Process expense reports in a timely manner
• Interact with production employees
• Arrange travel, all accommodations, and prepare comprehensive and detailed itineraries
• Act as a liaison with all internal and external offices
• Manage the distribution of office correspondence and incoming calls
• Manage special projects as designated
• Provide general support for other administrative duties and execute professional needs as assigned

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year experience working in an administrative capacity at a production company, agency, management company, or studio
• Minimum 1 year of demonstrated successful organizational skills and ability to prioritize in an Assistant role
• Minimum 1 year experience and demonstrated ability in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• Agency experience preferred but not required
• Knowledge of the development world as well as familiarity with major film agents, agencies, writers and directors
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Strong sense of urgency

Schedule

Hybrid: this position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week. The company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.

Pay & Benefits

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Salary range: $45,000–$57,500/yr