Assistant Claims Representative

Job Description

Assistant Claims Representative

Residuals Department

Onsite and based in Los Angeles, CA

Who We Are

As the collective voice of more than 19,000 members, the Directors Guild of America (DGA) helps empower directors and their teams to protect and enhance their creative and economic rights and strengthen their ability to develop meaningful, successful careers. Our members work in film, television, commercials, news, sports, and new media.

What You’ll Do

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

The Assistant Claims Representative monitors, researches and analyzes the use and reuse of DGA Pictures to ensure the timely and proper payment of residuals. The Assistant Claims Representative assists in the filing and pursuit of claims payments when necessary. The Assistant Claims Representative also monitors entertainment industry trends and developments and analyzes their residuals implications. This position is onsite only.

Additional duties include:

• Investigate potential violations of the residuals’ provisions of the DGA collective bargaining agreements
• Research and analyze various agreements, including but not limited to member contracts, assumption agreements and distribution agreements
• Analyze financial records and residuals history to prepare detailed Excel spreadsheets/schedules of residuals owed
• Communicate with directors and companies throughout the investigation and resolution of the case
• Write letters and other correspondence to relevant people to resolve claims
• Other duties as assigned

What You’ll Need

• Ability to confidently discuss provisions of the Basic Agreements and residuals issues with outside attorneys, studio personnel, production companies, payroll house staff, and Labor Relations executives is also required
• Comprehend, analyze and interpret collective bargaining agreements, employment contracts, licensing and distribution agreements, financial statements and distribution reports
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally & in writing, with all levels of staff and management
• Adaptable and receptive to training
• Ability to handle competing priorities
• Well organized and detail oriented
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel.
• Resourceful
• Ability to successfully work independently, as well as part of a team

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and administrative assistant level experience are preferred
• Familiarity with Terms & Conditions or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Familiarity with Residuals formulas and concepts

What You’ll Get

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Pension Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• Long-term care
• Company-paid holidays

The DGA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-qkokkm-216-73-216-103-42 in your application.