TV Production Assistant

Job Description

Summary of Position

The Assistant, TV Production will support the Senior Vice President of TV Production. This position requires a confident, self-starting individual who will handle a variety of administrative duties in support of the daily operations in television production domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities
• Provide administrative support including: calendar management & scheduling, rolling calls; facilitate travel, process expense reports and prepare correspondence

• Liaise with Producers, Production Managers and production offices domestically and internationally on Lionsgate related projects and general business, acting as a point of contact between the Studio and Production

• Creation of Production Calendar scenarios

• Contact Below-The-Line (BTL) Agencies to check Line Producer and technical crew availabilities

• Track distribution of budgets, call sheets, and union documents, and initially help set-up productions

• Maintain BTL availability trackers, ensuring information is updated

• Manage and prioritize project tasks; follow up on open items

• Track progress and interface with Productions and Lionsgate insurance on Insurance Claims and other issues

• Ad hoc duties as assigned

Qualifications & Skills
• Ability to anticipate the needs and priorities of the Senior Vice President, as well as the needs of internal projects

• Resourcefulness in finding solutions to problems

• Some working knowledge of players in the industry

• Must be self-directed, able to work independently, respond quickly to Production exigencies, anticipate problems, as well as work co-operatively in a team-oriented setting

• Detail oriented and highly organized

• Clear, concise, and professional communicator, both internally and externally

• Good phone manner and sensitivity in verbal communications

• Ability to constantly multi-task in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

• Driven and passionate about the entertainment business, with a strong interest in TV production on the studio side

• 1 – 2 years of agency/studio/network experience on a high-volume desk preferred

• A college degree is a plus. Good grammar, spelling, etc. required.

• Excellent computer skills, and a basic knowledge of email programs, Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat

About Lionsgate

Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B) encompasses world-class motion picture and television studio operations aligned with the STARZ premium global subscription platform to bring a unique and varied portfolio of entertainment to consumers around the world. The Company's film, television, subscription and location-based entertainment businesses are backed by a 17,000-title library and a valuable collection of iconic film and television franchises. A digital age company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and commitment to innovation, the Lionsgate brand is synonymous with bold, original, relatable entertainment for audiences worldwide.
Our Benefits
• Full Coverage – Medical, Vision, and Dental

• Work/Life Balance – generous sick days, vacation days, holidays, and Impact Day

• 401(k) company matching

• Tuition Reimbursement (up to graduate degree)

EEO Statement

Nearest Major Market: Los Angeles

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r1ewk0-3-133-122-6-42 in your application.