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Television – News Assistant
| Company | Creative Artists Agency |
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| Location | New York, NY, USA |
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| Salary | $20 – $22 |
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| Type | Full-Time |
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| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
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| Experience Level | Entry Level/New Grad |
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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
- Enthusiastic collaborator and team player
Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support, 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
Preferred Qualifications
- BA/BS from an accredited University or College preferred
