Creative Services Assistant, Commercial Endorsements

Job Description

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. Named Most Valuable Sports Agency by Forbes for eight consecutive years, CAA represents more than 2,000 of the world's top athletes in football, baseball, basketball, hockey, soccer, in addition to coaches, on-air broadcasters, and sports personalities and works in the areas of broadcast rights, corporate marketing initiatives, social impact, and sports properties for sales and sponsorship opportunities. Founded in 1975, CAA is headquartered in Los Angeles, and has offices in New York, Nashville, Memphis, Chicago, Miami, London, Munich, Geneva, Stockholm, Shanghai, and Beijing, among other locations globally.

The Department

CAA's Commercial Endorsements department creates global opportunities for the world's leading talent within the commercial space which includes: TV commercials, print ads, digital campaigns, social media campaigns, voiceover, and other media driven initiatives that connect our clients with brands.

The Role

The Assistant will provide support to the executive within the Commercial Endorsements department who provides creative services for the entire group. The ideal candidate will have an exceptional eye for detail, a passion for talent across the entertainment industry, and the ability to create and edit design and written content.

Responsibilities
• Serve as point of contact with agents, managers, PR representatives for talent and content updates
• Track client social media accounts, and flag any updates
• Create and edit content, including copy writing, creating decks and one sheets
• Manage all creative files
• Stay up-to-date on current events within the entertainment landscape
• Some general office management tasks

Qualifications
• 10 months of professional experience in advertising, marketing, social media, or design strongly preferred
• Strong command of Adobe Suite, Microsoft Office suite, and video editing software required
• Attention to detail, strong organization and problem solving skills are a must
• An understanding of PR/Media preferred; curiosity and continual learning about press and media required
• Design and layout skills preferred
• Ability to work well under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and manage multiple projects and expectations
• Strong interpersonal skills, while understanding the importance of maintaining confidentiality
• Team oriented and able to confidently communicate and collaborate with employees at all levels

Education
• BFA/BA/BS from an accredited University or College preferred

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