Executive Assistant, National Geographic

The Walt Disney Company•Washington, DC

1d•$59,600 - $79,800•Onsite

About The Position

This role will support the SVP and team in creating presentation materials, providing project management support, coordinating department-level meetings and events, and collecting timely updates from the team to share with senior leadership. In addition to understanding the executive’s business -- and business needs – the role will require any candidates to build an understanding of the leadership and workings of National Geographic and The Walt Disney Company. Candidates for this role should feel comfortable acting as an administrator in a professional setting, maintaining strict confidentiality standards, and representing the department to the broader organization. They will need to be detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to balance multiple high-priority projects with tight deadlines. They should present as professional, have a positive attitude, and be proactive, resourceful, and flexible. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are a must.

Requirements

Knowledge of appropriate software including but not limited to: Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Keynote, Google workspace, Zoom, and Adobe Acrobat and All Social Media Platforms
Relevant Internship Experience within Entertainment or Project Management
Ability to balance multiple high-priority projects with tight deadlines.
Detail-oriented and organized.
Professional, positive attitude, proactive, resourceful, and flexible.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

2+ years working as an administrative assistant, executive support preferred

Responsibilities

Manage the day-to-day schedule of the SVP, balancing heavy demands on her schedule with the requirements of the business. Includes scheduling meetings, communicating with key stakeholders and other administrative professionals, as well as booking travel. Will require communication with internal and external stakeholders.
Scheduling and coordination of meetings for the SVP Direct Reports, as well as collecting updates, information, and deliverables for the SVP.
Work with similar staff members across teams within Nat Geo Content to ensure smooth communication, scheduling, and collaboration between executives and staff.
Pull data and reports for review by the SVP, take notes during meetings, collect regular updates and deliverables from the Brand & Franchise team to share with leadership.
File timely and accurate expense reports on behalf of the SVP and occasionally her Direct Reports or on behalf of department-level initiatives.