Assistant, Strategic Development
About The Position
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. Named Most Valuable Sports Agency by Forbes for eight consecutive years, CAA represents more than 2,000 of the world’s top athletes in football, baseball, basketball, hockey, soccer, in addition to coaches, on-air broadcasters, and sports personalities and works in the areas of broadcast rights, corporate marketing initiatives, social impact, and sports properties for sales and sponsorship opportunities. Founded in 1975, CAA is headquartered in Los Angeles, and has offices in New York, Nashville, Memphis, Chicago, Miami, London, Munich, Geneva, Stockholm, Shanghai, and Beijing, among other locations globally. CAA is seeking an Assistant to report to the Head of Business Operations who sits on the Strategic Development team. The team focuses on strategic growth initiatives, launching new business verticals, acquiring strategic assets, and empowering our business and clients in innovative ways. The candidate will join a nimble team with backgrounds in media & technology, growth strategy and innovation, and finance, who serve as in-house advisors to CAA’s executive leadership.
Requirements
- BA/BS from an accredited University or College preferred
- 2+ years of relevant administrative assistant experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Internet
- Must possess strong organizational and communication skills
- Must possess the ability to pay close attention to detail
- Must have the ability to meet deadlines and able to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Strong follow-up and project management skills
- Able to work in a fast-paced and team-oriented department
- Must be resourceful and possess good judgment
- Ability to properly and discreetly handle sensitive and confidential information
Nice To Haves
- Prior agency experience is a plus but not required
Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support to Executive, including answering multiple phone lines, heavy calendar management, booking travel, etc.
- This desk does not involve reading scripts or dealing directly with talent, but rather focusing on strategy, new business initiatives, and acquisitions/investments.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
