Executive Assistant, Series (20th Television) - Disney Entertainment
Los Angeles, CA
About the Job
20th Television is looking for an assistant to support the VP and Executive Director in the Series department (formerly known as Current Programming). The series team oversees projects that are currently on the air across multiple broadcast and streaming platforms. They work closely with the showrunners, writers, producers, and directors as creative liaisons between the networks and the studio. The team is involved in every step of the creative process from script to screen.
This is a high volume, fast-paced desk, so the perfect candidate will: have superior organizational and communication skills; is highly motivated and detail-oriented; and can remain calm under pressure. Job responsibilities include standard assistant duties, team coordinating, and script coverage.
Responsibilities:
+ Provide direct administrative support to two executives, including: phone coverage/maintain phone log, coordinate meetings, maintain calendars, prepare expense reports, book travel, etc.
+ Watch cuts and read incoming scripts to write loglines and log material.
+ Create clip selections from dailies for internal viewing.
+ Track incoming material and staffing submissions.
+ Update grids with staff lists and production calendars.
+ Collect information for timely internal memos.
+ Be familiar with all department points of contact, as well as their counterparts as the Network or Streamer.
+ Take notes on meetings and calls.
+ Be aware of shifting priorities that will impact scheduling for hiring managers and other stakeholders.
Basic Qualifications:
+ 1+ years of previous administrative assistant experience on a high-volume entertainment desk at a studio, network, management company, production company or talent agency.
+ Sharp written and verbal communication skills.
+ Ability to multi-task and prioritize deadlines/deliverables.
+ Able to present information in a confident, well-articulated, creative, and engaging manner.
+ Strong proficiency with all types of computers, phones, and office equipment.
+ Literacy in Microsoft Office Suite.
+ Complete reliability handling confidential information.
+ Very strong organizational skills and attention to detail and a professional demeanor, positive outlook, and a can-do attitude.
+ Proven ability to multitask and work independently with little direction and follow up, in a team environment, with changing priorities.
+ Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Experience interning as a studio or network.
Preferred Education:
+ Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
The hiring range for this position in Los Angeles, CA is $52,400 to $70,200 per year based on a 40-hour work week. The number of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
Job ID: 10093165
Location: Los Angeles,California
Job Posting Company: Disney Entertainment Television
The Walt Disney Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.
This is a high volume, fast-paced desk, so the perfect candidate will: have superior organizational and communication skills; is highly motivated and detail-oriented; and can remain calm under pressure. Job responsibilities include standard assistant duties, team coordinating, and script coverage.
Responsibilities:
+ Provide direct administrative support to two executives, including: phone coverage/maintain phone log, coordinate meetings, maintain calendars, prepare expense reports, book travel, etc.
+ Watch cuts and read incoming scripts to write loglines and log material.
+ Create clip selections from dailies for internal viewing.
+ Track incoming material and staffing submissions.
+ Update grids with staff lists and production calendars.
+ Collect information for timely internal memos.
+ Be familiar with all department points of contact, as well as their counterparts as the Network or Streamer.
+ Take notes on meetings and calls.
+ Be aware of shifting priorities that will impact scheduling for hiring managers and other stakeholders.
Basic Qualifications:
+ 1+ years of previous administrative assistant experience on a high-volume entertainment desk at a studio, network, management company, production company or talent agency.
+ Sharp written and verbal communication skills.
+ Ability to multi-task and prioritize deadlines/deliverables.
+ Able to present information in a confident, well-articulated, creative, and engaging manner.
+ Strong proficiency with all types of computers, phones, and office equipment.
+ Literacy in Microsoft Office Suite.
+ Complete reliability handling confidential information.
+ Very strong organizational skills and attention to detail and a professional demeanor, positive outlook, and a can-do attitude.
+ Proven ability to multitask and work independently with little direction and follow up, in a team environment, with changing priorities.
+ Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Experience interning as a studio or network.
Preferred Education:
+ Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
The hiring range for this position in Los Angeles, CA is $52,400 to $70,200 per year based on a 40-hour work week. The number of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
Job ID: 10093165
Location: Los Angeles,California
Job Posting Company: Disney Entertainment Television
The Walt Disney Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.
Source : Disney Entertainment