Motion Pictures Literary - Assistant

The assistant provides support to an Agent in CAA's Motion Pictures Literary Department, which represents directors, producers and writers. The role involves working closely with various departments across the agency, including Accounting and Business Affairs. The ideal candidate has a passion for film and artist representation in the entertainment business, and is administratively capable of handling a high volume of tasks while communicating clearly with Agents, Executives and clients.

• Manage administrative duties including heavy phones, calendar management, scheduling travel, booking reports, preparing expense reports, and other office-related tasks
• Serve as the first point of contact with clients, Agents and Executives
• Track current and potential clients
• Read and engage with material proactively
• Assist with special projects, research, and compiling information as needed

• Ability to work well under pressure, meet tight deadlines, manage multiple projects and expectations, and maintain a sharp focus while managing competing priorities
• Attention to detail, strong organisation and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, with an understanding of the importance of maintaining confidentiality
• Ability to confidently communicate and interact with employees at all levels
• Adept at quickly learning new processes, with familiarity with existing systems
• Strong command of the Microsoft Office suite

• Minimum of 10 months of assistant experience in an agency, studio, and/or talent management setting
• BA/BS from an accredited University or College

• On-site role located in the Los Angeles office

• Los Angeles, CA: $20–22 per hour (annual base salary range); the salary may vary based upon factors including relevant experience, time in the role, business sector, and geographic location, among other criteria

• Competitive compensation and benefits package for all regular full-time employees
• Eligibility for a discretionary bonus
• Benefits where the company pays 80%–100% of the cost, including medical and basic life and AD&D insurance
• Telemedicine
• Employee assistance and mental health counselling in person, virtually or through text
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Paid sick time
• Paid parental leave and other paid leaves of absence
• NICU leave
• Bereavement resources
• Adoption benefits
• Educational assistance

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, licensing, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, trademark licensing, and philanthropy.