Book Publishing Assistant

Job Description

Who We Are

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, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, trademark licensing, and philanthropy. Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAA's diverse workforce identifies, innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organizations that shape culture and inspire the world. The trailblazer of the agency business, CAA was the first to build a sports business, create an investment bank, launch a venture fund, found technology start-up companies, establish a philanthropic arm, build a business in China, and form a brand marketing services division, among other innovations.

The Role

CAA is seeking an assistant to support an Agent in our Book Publishing department. Book Publishing represents award-winning and bestselling writers and storytellers across a wide range of disciplines including fiction, non-fiction, biographies, memoirs, cookbooks, children's books, and more. Candidates should be cultured, curious, well-read, detail oriented and extremely organized. A passion for books and a knowledge of the publishing industry is required.

Responsibilities
• Provide administrative support including email, coordinating meetings, preparing required materials in advance of meetings, managing schedules (including for book fairs) and travel
• Serve as first point of contact with clients, buyers and external constituents
• Liaise with internal colleagues and act as a departmental and interdepartmental resource
• Assist with special projects, research, and compiling information as needed
• Read manuscripts and create reader's reports to provide a point of view, and write pitches for clients' manuscripts to be sent to publishers
• Assist in tracking client projects, client billing, and accounting needs
• Stay up to date on the publishing landscape, contemporary literary fiction and creative non-fiction, popular culture, entertainment, and politics

Qualifications
• BA/BS from an accredited University or College preferred
• Ideally 1 year of relevant administrative experience within the entertainment, media, or prior publishing industry experience a plus
• Outgoing, collaborative, creative thinker, with a love of literature and reading
• Excellent phone demeanor, superlative written and verbal communication
• Strong interpersonal skills, while understanding the importance of diplomacy and confidentiality
• Detail-oriented and extremely organized, with the ability to see the bigger picture and anticipate needs in advance
• Adaptable, adept at problem solving
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines while managing multiple projects and expectations
• Technologically proficient with virtual meeting platforms, Microsoft Office and managing data

Compensation

The base hourly rate for this position is in the range of $20.00-$22.00. This position also is eligible for benefits and discretionary bonus. Ultimately, wages may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, business sector, and geographic location, among other criteria. Please talk with a CAA Recruiter to learn more.

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Creative Artists Agency, LLC (the ''Company'') is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate on the basis of race (inclusive of traits historically associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, creed, gender or sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, family and medical care leave status, military or veteran status, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, an employee's or their dependent's reproductive health decision making (e.g., the decision to use or access a particular drug, device or medical service), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

The Company also complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws with regard to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gwwqyj-3-144-2-233-42 in your application.