Associate, Strategic Development

Creative Artists Agency•Los Angeles, CA

6d•Onsite

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, licensing, 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. CAA is seeking an Associate based in Los Angeles for a unique and highly visible position at the company. The candidate will report to the Head of Consumer Investing, sitting in the Strategic Development group, joining a small group of professionals with backgrounds in media & technology, consulting, investment banking and private equity, who serve as in-house advisors to CAA ’ s executive leadership. Sitting within the Strategic Development group, this candidate will work specifically alongside various departments within the organization that focus on our clients’ work with consumer brands. This Associate will work closely with clients and colleagues – evaluating opportunities, conducting due diligence, structuring deals, etc. – as well as with peers across the consumer brand ecosystem, identifying and sourcing opportunities relevant opportunities.

Requirements

2+ years of work experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate strategy or similar roles (with direct experience in consumer brand, consumer retail and/or CPG)
Interest in the media, entertainment and sports industries and a passion to learn
Understanding of and interest in pop-culture and trends
Strong financial modeling skills for highly quantitative analyses
Independent thinker with a point of view on the risks and rewards of new investment opportunities and strategic initiatives
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Attention to detail in all deliverables
Strong work ethic with a high level of responsiveness
Ability to manage deadlines with a high level of responsibility and autonomy
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics or a related discipline preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct due diligence and execute investment opportunities
Build financial models, including bottoms-up financial statements and valuation analyses
Create and present investment, strategy and deal memos & analysis
Conduct sector analyses, including market sizing, competitive landscape and trends
Perform other critical tasks as directed