[CREATIVE ARTISTS AGENCY] Assistant (Television Non-Fiction)

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, 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. Named Most Valuable Sports Agency by Forbes for eight consecutive years, CAA represents more than 2,000 of the world’s top athletes in football, baseball, basketball, hockey, soccer, in addition to coaches, on-air broadcasters, and sports personalities and works in the areas of broadcast rights, corporate marketing initiatives, social impact, and sports properties for sales and sponsorship opportunities. Founded in 1975, CAA is headquartered in Los Angeles, and has offices in New York, Nashville, Memphis, Chicago, Miami, London, Munich, Geneva, Stockholm, Shanghai, and Beijing, among other locations globally.

ROLE

The Assistant will provide support to an agent in CAA’s Non Fiction Television Department in Los Angeles. The agent represents talent across the entertainment industry for opportunities in the non-scripted space. The ideal candidate should be enthusiastic about client services in the entertainment industry. Additionally, the Assistant is detail oriented and able to handle a high volume of tasks in a fast-paced environment while clearly communicating with agents, clients, and peers.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Serve as first point of contact with clients and executives

  • Track represented materials, clients, and potential clients

  • Track budgets, payments and other financial transactions as needed

  • Assist with project management, research, and compiling information and materials as needed

  • Stay current on news, digital content, the unscripted television landscape – talent, shows, networks and executives

  • Administrative duties including handling phones, emails, calendar management, scheduling travel, booking reports, preparing expense reports, and general office management tasks

QUALIFICATIONS

  • 10+ months of experience preferred

  • BA/BS from an accredited University or College preferred

  • Attention to detail and strong organization skills required

  • Ability to effectively communicate and interact with employees at all levels

  • Strong interpersonal skills, while understanding the importance of maintaining confidentiality

  • Ability to work well under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and manage multiple projects and expectations while maintaining a sharp focus

  • Adept at quickly learning new processes, technology, and ability to assimilate oneself and become familiar with existing systems

Role is based in Los Angeles, CA

The base hourly rate for this position is in the range of $20.00-22.00.

Jaia Thomas