Executive Assistant, Business Affairs (Disney Television Animation)

The Walt Disney Company•Burbank, CA

8h•$54,000 - $72,300

About The Position

Disney Branded Television is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the VP of Business Affairs and other Business Affairs executives for Disney Television Animation. This role may also provide occasional departmental administrative support, as needed. The Assistant will be a key member of a fast-paced team that makes deals to develop, produce, and license content for Disney Entertainment Television.

Requirements

1+ years of professional administrative experience supporting an executive in entertainment
Sharp written and verbal communication skills – particularly phone skills and email etiquette
Complete reliability handling confidential, often highly sensitive information
Strong proficiency with computers, phones, and office equipment, as well as mastery of Microsoft Office programs and working in a Windows environment
A calm head and steady hand to deal with the unexpected
“EQ” skills to build bridges, forge alliances, and encourage people to want to work with you
Motivation to be helpful to your leaders and co-workers, to go the extra mile without being asked
Very strong organizational and time management skills and extreme attention to detail
A highly professional demeanor, positive outlook, and a can-do attitude

Nice To Haves

2+ years’ experience at a studio, network, talent agency, management company, or entertainment law firm
Experience with Salesforce-type databases and apps as well as SAP/Concur
Experience with managing execution of documents (e.g. DocuSign)
Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

Schedule internal and external meetings and calls, and understand the day’s priorities for the best use of time
Manage phone calls, written correspondence and emails and facilitate execution and distribution of various talent, development, and series agreements
Interface directly with other executives and their support teams
Handle confidential, sensitive information, remembering that Disney is a publicly traded company
Draft letters, emails, memos, reports, spreadsheets, short form agreements, and other related correspondence
Review contracts and assist in preparing/redlining/editing/proofing of documents
Compile and curate status, tracking, and summary reports
Prepare expense reports, make travel arrangements, order office supplies, organize and file
Research past projects and credits of actors, directors, producers, and writers
Mentor and train other support professionals in hard skills like computer programs and soft skills like teamwork