Executive Assistant, Publicity

Job Description

Executive Assistant, Publicity (ABC Entertainment)

ABC Entertainment is seeking a strong candidate for an Executive Assistant, Publicity position. The Executive Assistant, Publicity must be a self-starter, exhibiting the ability to work in a fast paced, demanding environment with an emphasis on organizational skills and attention to detail. The candidate should also be interested in pursuing a career in television publicity, with an eagerness to shadow and learn the ins and outs of executing an effective publicity campaign. The workload varies, but the Executive Assistant will juggle multiple responsibilities at once as required. This person will also need to be able to take direction and feel confident making quick, informed decisions as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Curate and disseminate information to publicity team, including but not limited to:
• Media monitoring for network coverage and compiling daily press headlines reports and show premiere recaps.
• Create and maintain targeted press lists.
• Maintain an awareness for network news and industry trends.
• Work with corporate travel and publicists to book and coordinate talent travel itineraries.
• Assist with the drafting of press materials (i.e. press releases, episodic loglines, bios, etc.) and ensure that details are current and accurate on network media site.
• Assist at publicity events, including some evenings and weekends. Events include, but are not limited to: screenings, panels, press junkets, award shows, etc.
• Provide overarching administrative support for the department, including but not limited to:
• Maintaining executive calendars and managing schedules.
• Assisting with executive expense report submissions.
• Coordinating meetings, conference calls, etc. and observing for note-taking purposes.

Basic Qualifications:
• 1+ years of entertainment communications or marketing related experience
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment.
• Strong time management and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Social media savvy

Preferred Qualifications:
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Products and remote communication programs, as well as a familiarity with programs such as MuckRack, TVEyes, or similar services.

Required Education:
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $47,900 to $64,100 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 American Broadcasting Companies, Inc., which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment Television.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gx200o-3-149-4-109-42 in your application.