Executive Assistant

Job Description

This position will be responsible for providing administrative support for the Executive Vice President of Creative Affairs.

Responsibilities to include, but not limited to:
• Manage supervisor's calendar and schedule appointments
• Screen and respond to incoming calls and correspondence
• Coordinate heavy travel schedules for staff and talent
• Process all travel and departmental expenses
• Distribute mail and maintain office supplies
• Perform clerical duties such as filing, typing, and copying documents
• Arrange programs, events, or conferences by arranging for facilities, issuing information or invitations, coordinating speakers, and controlling event budget
• Act as custodian of corporate documents and records
• Compose and prepare confidential correspondence, reports, and other documents
• Create and maintain database and spreadsheet files
• Arrange travel plans and itineraries, compile documents for travel-related meetings, and accompany supervisor when requested
• Act as direct liaison with filmmakers
• Read and assess creative materials – script, books, movies – in the context of a motion picture studio's development and production areas

Qualifications/skills

Basic qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Minimum 2 years experience supporting an executive

Desired skills:
• Entertainment experience
• Experience supporting executive within legal department
• Proficient with Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and internet software
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Good organizational and project coordination skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritize workload efficiently and meet strict deadlines for complete tasks/assignments
• Good attention to detail and follow-through skills
• Demonstrate good judgment and the ability to deal with confidential and sensitive issues
• Able to work adeptly with general office equipment; computer, printer, telephone, photocopy machine, fax machine, 10-key calculator and etc.

Eligibility requirements:
• Submit a resume/CV online to be considered
• Be willing to submit to a background check
• Have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

Founded in 1912, Paramount Pictures works with talented filmmakers to produce and distribute entertainment around the world. The film studio's iconic logo has opened some of the most successful and beloved films in cinematic history, including timeless classics such as The Godfather, Chinatown, Forrest Gump and Titanic; and blockbuster franchises such as Star Trek, Transformers, Mission: Impossible and Sonic the Hedgehog. Recent, innovative, break-out films such as The Wolf of Wall Street, Arrival, Rocketman, and A Quiet Place have added to Paramount's film legacy. With a beautiful 65-acre lot in the heart of Hollywood, a worldwide network of offices and a culture of engagement, Paramount Pictures' passionate employees ensure the studio continues to deliver creativity and innovation to a dynamic industry. Paramount Pictures controls a collection of some of the most powerful brands in filmed entertainment, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount Animation, and Paramount Players. PPC operations also include Paramount Home Entertainment, Paramount Pictures International, Paramount Licensing Inc., and Paramount Studio Group. Paramount Pictures is a subsidiary of Paramount, which connects with billions of people worldwide through its global brands including MTV, CBS, Paramount Network, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central, BET and streaming service Paramount+.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $50,000.00 - 58,000.00.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.

https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g37znn-18-117-233-160-42 in your application.