Motion Pictures Books Rights Business Affairs - Assistant

CAA Club Group•Los Angeles, CA

1d•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 assistant to support a Business Affairs Executive who works across all areas of intellectual property including film, television, publishing, and podcast. The ideal candidate will be seeking to enhance their knowledge of the entertainment industry while working at a dynamic and collaborative talent agency. The assistant plays a vital role in keeping the business running smoothly. There is tremendous opportunity to learn and grow. Law school graduates, and those considering law school, who are looking for exposure to entertainment law are encouraged to apply, as are those contemplating careers as agents or producers who would like to gain an overview of the entertainment industry from a business and legal perspective.

Requirements

1+ year of relevant experience (including internships) within the entertainment industry or a strong interest in transitioning into the entertainment industry
Top notch organizational, verbal, written and interpersonal skills
Ability to juggle a multitude of tasks
Detail-oriented
Ability to perform well under pressure
Team oriented
Familiarity with contracts in the entertainment business, specifically relating to book publishing, film, tv, podcast

Nice To Haves

BA/BS from an accredited University or College or equivalent work experience
Law degree from ABA accredited law school
Interest in future law degree
Experience proofreading, drafting, and redlining contracts

Responsibilities

Provide administrative support including phones, coordinating meetings, scheduling and travel, and preparing expense reports
Editing, proofreading, summarizing, and redlining agreements and correspondence
Serve as first point of contact with clients and executives and should possess a professional, customer-service attitude
Track contracts and maintain accurate files
Assist with special projects, research, and compiling information as needed
Depending on skill, education level and motivation to learn, assistant will gain experience drafting and commenting on agreements and may be given the opportunity to assist in negotiations with buyers and outside law firms