Television News - Business Affairs Assistant

Television News - Business Affairs Assistant

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Who We Are

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. 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. 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.

Job Description

The Role

We are currently seeking an Assistant to support an Executive in the Television News Business Affairs department. The position offers an opportunity to learn about deal terms, and work with industry executives and lawyers, and gain exposure to entertainment law. The ideal candidate is a highly detail-oriented and organized self-starter, has familiarity or comfort with contracts, and is curious about the business and legal aspects of the entertainment industry.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently support an executive responsible for negotiating deals for broadcast news and TV clients.
• General clerical and administrative duties including letter drafting, filing, handling phones, managing calendars, scheduling, expenses, and office management.
• Editing, proofreading, summarizing and redlining agreements and correspondence under the supervision of the executive.
• Depending on skill, educational level, and motivation to learn, assistant will gain experience commenting on agreements.
• Maintain an awareness of the executive's obligations in order to proactively assist and / or anticipate needs.
• Serve as first point of contact with clients, Agents and Executives.
• Ability to work with senior leaders at CAA and in the industry with discretion and diplomacy.
• Track current and potential clients.
• Assist with special projects, research, and compiling information as needed.

Qualifications

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Location

On-Site in New York, NY, United States

Compensation

The base hourly rate for this position is in the range of $20.00-$22.00. This position also is eligible for benefits and discretionary bonus. Wages may vary based on experience, time in role, business sector, and geographic location. Please talk with a CAA Recruiter to learn more.

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Creative Artists Agency, LLC (the "Company") is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender or sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, family and medical care leave status, military or veteran status, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

The absence of a permanent address is not a bar to employment. The Company does not discriminate against individuals based on housing status, including the absence of a fixed address. The Company also complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws with regard to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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