OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANYFOX Entertainment

With a legacy spanning more than 35 years, FOX Entertainment is one of the world’s most recognizable media brands and a prolific content producer across its iconic broadcast network and both owned and third-party streaming platforms. Known for its independent, innovative spirit and provocative, groundbreaking storytelling, the company was reinvented in 2019 with the formation of FOX Entertainment. While maintaining its leadership in broadcast television (9-1-1: Lone Star, The Simpsons, The Cleaning Lady, Hell’s Kitchen, LEGO Masters), the company is actively building a portfolio of businesses and library of owned original content. To date, FOX Entertainment’s long-term growth strategy has included the acquisitions of award-winning animation studio Bento Box Entertainment (Bob’s Burgers, The Great North, Krapopolis, Grimsburg), entertainment platform TMZ, and global production studio MarVista Entertainment (The Way Home, Rescuing Christmas), as well as the formation of the culinary and lifestyle content venture Studio Ramsay Global (Next Level Chef, Gordon Ramsay’s Food Stars) in partnership with Gordon Ramsay. The company also established its in-house unscripted studio FOX Alternative Entertainment (The Masked Singer, Snake Oil, I Can See Your Voice, Name That Tune), FOX Entertainment Studios (Animal Control) to develop scripted content, and worldwide content sales unit FOX Entertainment Global.

JOB DESCRIPTION

FOX Entertainment is looking for an Assistant, Drama Programming & Development to support a high-level executive within the brand. We're looking for someone who has over 2 years of experience working for a high-level executive in the TV or entertainment industry. As the Assistant, Drama Programming & Development you are organized, able to identify priorities, have a flexible mindset, are an effective communicator, and can handle confidential information with discretion in a fast-paced environment.

 

A SNAPSHOT OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Greet guests, answer and roll calls, schedule a heavy calendar, coordinate and maintain appointments/meetings, maintain files, book travel arrangements/reservations, and coordinate all other special projectsCreate presentations and documents using PowerPoint and KeynoteAct as liaison with other internal departments and external contacts to execute assignments and represent the President in a professional and efficient mannerKeep current on Company projects, events, and issues and provide updates to your supervisorProvide personal assistance on various projects and activitiesCoordinate travel arrangements (domestic and international) and other administrative duties (i.e. processing travel and expense reports, filing, etc.)Serve as backup to other administrative assistants when necessaryAssist with departmental projects and events as needed

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

2+ years of experience as an Executive AssistantPrevious entertainment agency or production experienceTeam-player attitude, with the ability to operate in a fast-paced settingUnderstanding of how to prioritize and respond accordingly to changing business needsExcellent communication and follow-up skillsProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, Advanced Excel, Powerpoint, and KeynoteAble to organize and establish administrative procedures independently, draft correspondence and reports, and work under pressureAbility to handle confidential information and interact with high-level executivesAbility to multi-taskOffice coverage requires extended work hours – must be available to work overtime

 

NICE TO HAVE, BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER

Bachelor's degree

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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $24.25-26.00 per hour for high cost labour markets such as but not limited to New York City and Los Angeles, $20.00-21.50 per hour for all other US locations. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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