Television News - Assistant

CAA Club Group • Los Angeles, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Creative Artists Agency (CAA), is the world’s leading full service entertainment, media, and sports agency. We represent many of the most successful professionals working in television, film, music, theatre, video games, sports, and digital content. We also provide a range of strategic and marketing consulting services to corporate clients.

CAA is seeking an assistant to support an Agent in our Television – News department representing on-air news/broadcast talent.

Requirements

• 10+ months of professional experience
• 6+ months of relevant administrative experience within the Entertainment, News, or Media Industry is a plus
• Strong interest/following in news, politics, and media business
• Ideal candidate is extremely organized and has the ability to think on their feet and prioritize in fast-paced office environment
• Candidate should be resourceful and take initiative on assigned projects
• Excellent phone demeanor
• Strong writing skills
• Ideal candidate is intuitive and detail-oriented
• Familiar with or able to learn the television landscape, including talent, networks, and executives
• Ability to design slides and put together decks
• Enthusiastic collaborator and team player

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the department head, including phones, scheduling, travel, account and expenses, research in the fast-paced, high-growth broadcasting group
• Serve as first point of contact with clients and executives, providing a white glove experience
• Track clients, breaking news stories, industry movement, and trends
• Assist in new client discovery, pursuit, and signing
• Prepare pitch materials for clients and assist in sending submissions to networks
• Aid in contract negotiations and review contracts for legal precedent
• Keep and update detailed records of correspondence with clients and executives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level