Music Crossover - Assistant

Creative Artists Agency•Los Angeles, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is the leading entertainment and sports agency. The Music Crossover department works to provide the music roster with opportunities that span beyond touring such as: creating soundtracks for commercials/film scores/TV shows/digital content, on-screen placement, brand partnerships, and many other creative avenues. CAA is seeking an Assistant to support an Agent in our Music Crossover department based in Los Angeles, who focuses on placing music talent in the TV & film space. The ideal candidate should be motivated, quick-thinking, and has an interest in entertainment (with strong emphasis on the music industry and talent representation within TV & film). The individual should be a master of all things administratively related, a polished communicator, and able to interface directly with all clients and industry executives while remaining poised during all encounters (in-person, phone, email, etc.). This is a great opportunity for someone with an innovative mentality, is passionate about the music business and how musicians can integrate with and impact different areas of the industry, beyond the live concert experience.

Requirements

Ability to anticipate needs and execute time sensitive matters in a fast-paced environment
Ability to multitask and prioritize efficiently
Ability to work well under pressure; meet tight deadlines
Strong organizational and communication skills; written and verbal
Strong attention to detail
Strong professional interpersonal skills, while understanding the importance of maintaining confidentiality is a must
Must be solutions oriented
Computer literate (Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel)

Nice To Haves

BA/BS from an accredited University or College preferred
has an interest in entertainment (with strong emphasis on the music industry and talent representation within TV & film)
passionate about the music business and how musicians can integrate with and impact different areas of the industry, beyond the live concert experience

Responsibilities

Administrative duties include heavy phones, coordinating meetings and schedules, preparing expense reports, booking travel, producing correspondence, special projects and personal assistance as needed
Work with clients, managers, record labels, promoters, etc. to manage logistics surrounding events
Draft and organize promotional materials for artists and events (written blurbs, sending audio files, managing approved marketing materials, etc.)
Track all contracts and deposits for agent’s client’s and events
Research available composers, actors, and other internal and external talent that may be available for internal projects
Assist with special projects as needed