Executive Assistant, Documentaries & Unscripted Limited Series

Job Description

Executive Assistant, Documentaries & Unscripted Limited Series (Disney Entertainment Television)

Disney Entertainment Television is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the Vice President of Documentary & Unscripted Limited Series Content, who oversees the Hulu Originals documentary slate. As an Executive Assistant, you will materially impact the productivity and efficiency of the team. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented individual capable of consistently achieving results in a fast-paced and constantly changing environment. The role involves both administrative and development responsibilities, with the EA expected to develop and generate ideas for potential projects alongside the team. The candidate should have an intimate knowledge of and passion for the documentary space, as well as being a creative thinker and a self-starter.
The Executive Assistant provides support to the Vice President and proactively manages and organizes heavy calendar scheduling, phone lines and book travel arrangements.

Responsibilities:
• Proactively manages smooth operations of the executive's calendar and office, being mindful of deadlines and priorities.
• Organizes heavy calendar scheduling, facilitates heavy email and phone correspondence; submits expense reports, purchasing requests for supplies; books travel arrangements
• Find and develop IP for potential projects
• Prepare general creative feedback/notes on slate projects
• Read and watch material and provide feedback on external submissions
Basic Qualifications:
• 1+ years' experience at an agency, production company, studio, or network in an administrative capacity
• Passion for a career in documentary programming
• Ability to successfully coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
• Manage smooth operations of the executives' calendars and offices, being mindful of deadlines and priorities
• General understanding of the documentary development process and cycles
• Knowledge of agencies and networks
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision
• Willingness to work overtime with short notice
• Must work well under pressure
• Demonstrated organizational skills
• Superior attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proficient knowledge of Outlook, Word, Excel, and Google Drive
• Proficiency in cloud-based file management, i.e. Dropbox, Airtable
The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $53,300 to $71,300 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
About Disney Entertainment Television:
Disney Entertainment Television is a collection of renowned content brands at The Walt Disney Company creating original entertainment and news programming for the company's streaming platforms Disney+, Hulu and Star, and its broadcast and cable networks. Its extensive portfolio is comprised of ABC Entertainment, ABC News, ABC Owned Television Stations, Disney Branded Television, Freeform, FX, Hulu Originals, National Geographic Content and Onyx Collective, in addition to Disney Television Studios, which include 20th Television, 20th Television Animation, ABC Signature and Walt Disney Television Alternative. Responsible for over 4,500 hours of programming a year across more than 300 programs of all genres, Disney Entertainment Television's creative brands are at the forefront of groundbreaking storytelling, captivating audiences and generating critical acclaim. In 2023, Disney Entertainment Television's programming excellence earned 163 Emmy® nominations across daytime, primetime, news & documentary, and children's & family categories.

This position is with Hulu Enterprises, LLC, which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment Television.
Hulu Enterprises, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-xk15p4-216-73-216-22-42 in your application.