Job Description
Who We Are
Creative Artists Agency (CAA), is the world's leading full service entertainment, media, and sports agency . We represent many of the most successful professionals working in television, film, music, theatre, video games, sports, and digital content . We also provide a range of strategic and marketing consulting services to corporate clients.
The Role
CAA is seeking an Assistant to support an Agent in our Comedy Touring department. CAA's Comedy Touring department plans and books live shows for CAA's comedy talent in venues ranging from clubs, theaters, and arenas, to colleges and festivals around the globe. The ideal candidate should have a passion for live touring, comedy talent, and the entertainment industry .
Responsibilities
• Provide direct administrative support to two agents including: booking travel, managing calendar s , and preparing expense reports
• Process incoming offers; issue, process, and track contracts; accurately update spreadsheets with current ticket count information; settle shows in CAA's system
• Serve as point of contact for clients, agents/executives, and other industry connections
• Anticipate agents' needs; proactively provide support and resources to ensure success
• Other various projects and tasks as needed
• Uphold a strict level of confidentiality at all times
• Maintain working knowledge of the comedy/touring industry and best practices
Qualifications
• 1+ years of administrative experience in an agency, studio, and/or talent management setting
• Experience working in touring and/or booking in live entertainment preferred
• Highly detailed with very strong written and verbal communication skills
• Service oriented with a strong desire to pitch in to help team members
• Excellent judgment with respect to representing CAA to buyers, business world, etc.
• Tenacious. Ab le to work well under pressure; meet tight deadlines; manage multiple projects and expectations; and maintain a sharp focus while managing competing priorities
• Curious. E ager to understand emerging talent as it relates to live entertainment and touring
• Anticipatory. Able to think strategically and creatively. Positive, forward-thinking, can-do attitude
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• BA/BS from an accredited University or College preferred.
Compensation
The base hourly rate for this position is in the range of $20-$22. 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.
Please provide complete and legible information. An incomplete application may affect your consideration for employment.
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-d54zz3-3-139-81-58-42 in your application.
