Executive Assistant, CEO

Banijay Rights•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

The production company behind hit series Deal or No Deal Island (NBC), Extreme Makeover: Home Edition (ABC), LEGO Masters (FOX), MasterChef (FOX), MasterChef Junior (FOX), Ripley (Netflix), The Summit (CBS), Wipeout (TBS), Como Agua Para Chocolate (Max) and Fear Factor: House of Fear (FOX) is searching for an experienced, highly organized, proactive, and forward thinking Executive Assistant to support the Chief Executive Officer. The ideal candidate will effectively manage the high-volume desk of the CEO who oversees scripted/unscripted development, production, current programming, and business operations.

Requirements

Previous assistant experience mandatory
Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV to be considered
Must be willing to submit to a background investigation
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
Must be 18 years or older

Nice To Haves

Previous agency assistant experience highly preferred

Responsibilities

Serving as a primary point of contact on behalf of the CEO, managing phone calls and emails and interfacing with internal and external partners to facilitate smooth communication
Complex calendar management, including scheduling pitches, creative/production calls, and meetings with external stakeholders – all while navigating around active production schedules and shifting priorities
Maintaining an active and up to date call sheet and keeping all contact information updated/current
Knowledge of the current entertainment landscape, including key industry players, programming trends, and content at networks/streamers
Tracking expenses and arranging domestic and international travel, including flights, hotels, cars, etc.
Balancing day-to-day administrative responsibilities alongside support for creative projects
Always handling sensitive and confidential information with absolute discretion
Managing gifting for executives, producing partners, talent, etc.