Books Publishing - Assistant
About The Position
Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is seeking an assistant to support an Agent in our Book Publishing department. Book Publishing represents award-winning and bestselling writers and storytellers across a wide range of disciplines including fiction, non-fiction, biographies, memoirs, cookbooks, children’s books, and more. This is an opportunity for someone who wants to learn and play a role in the long-term development of the Book Publishing department’s business in D.C. Assistants are an important part of the CAA structure, and it is hoped that the successful candidate will ultimately become an Agent within the company.
Requirements
- BA/BS from an accredited University or College preferred
- Ideally 1 year of relevant administrative experience within the entertainment, media, or prior publishing industry experience a plus
- Outgoing, collaborative, creative thinker, with a love of literature and reading
- Excellent phone demeanor, superlative written and verbal communication
- Strong interpersonal skills, while understanding the importance of diplomacy and confidentiality
- Detail-oriented and extremely organized, with the ability to see the bigger picture and anticipate needs in advance
- Adaptable, adept at problem solving
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines while managing multiple projects and expectations
- Technologically proficient with virtual meeting platforms, Microsoft Office and managing data
Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support including heavy phones and email, coordinating meetings, preparing required materials in advance of meetings, managing schedules and travel, and preparing expense reports
- Serve as first point of contact with clients, buyers and external constituents
- Liaise with internal colleagues and act as a departmental and interdepartmental resource
- Assist with special projects, research, and compiling information as needed
- Read manuscripts and provide a point of view on stories being told
- Assist in tracking client projects, client billing, and accounting needs
- Stay up to date on the publishing landscape, popular culture, entertainment, sports, and politics
Benefits
- benefits
- discretionary bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
