Coordinator, Story Department

Job Description

Overview & Responsibilities:

The Coordinator is responsible for providing administrative support to the Vice President of the Motion Picture Story Department.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Manage schedule and coordinates daily meetings and appointments.
• Handle phone calls and emails, taking action when appropriate and following up.
• Prepare agendas, memos, research, and reports for the Creative Group.
• Compose and prepare confidential correspondence, reports and other documents such as expense reports.
• Track competitive projects, spec sales, and producer deals.
• Update and help manage creative development report.
• Handle script and coverage requests for the Story Dept.
• Read Development Scripts & Writing Samples as requested/needed.
• Help oversee Intern Staff.
• Maintain office supplies.
• Support Story Department staff and readers.
• Create art for and maintain release boards for the creative group.

Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree.
• 2+ years of experience in Development/Story-related capacity.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, FileMaker, Final Draft, and Internet Software.

Additional Qualifications:
• Knowledge of FileMaker Pro InDesign, Photoshop, and Adobe Acrobat preferred.
• Excels in a fast-paced environment, self-directed, resourceful, and adaptable.
• Professionalism, positive can-do attitude with a sense of humor.
• Well-read, familiar with a variety of industry concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with staff, other administrators, and senior management.
• Extremely organized and can develop efficient organizational systems.
• Meticulous with the ability to manage multiple high priorities.
• Must have excellent follow-up and follow-through skills.
• Story Department experience and familiarity with Paramount applications are highly preferred.

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Founded in 1912, Paramount Pictures works with talented filmmakers to produce and distribute entertainment around the world. The film studio's iconic logo has opened some of the most successful and beloved films in cinematic history, including timeless classics such as The Godfather, Chinatown, Forrest Gump and Titanic; and blockbuster franchises such as Star Trek, Transformers, Mission: Impossible and Sonic the Hedgehog. Recent, innovative, break-out films such as The Wolf of Wall Street, Arrival, Rocketman, and A Quiet Place have added to Paramount's film legacy. With a beautiful 65-acre lot in the heart of Hollywood, a worldwide network of offices and a culture of engagement, Paramount Pictures' passionate employees ensure the studio continues to deliver creativity and innovation to a dynamic industry. Paramount Pictures controls a collection of some of the most powerful brands in filmed entertainment, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount Animation, and Paramount Players. PPC operations also include Paramount Home Entertainment, Paramount Pictures International, Paramount Licensing Inc., and Paramount Studio Group. Paramount Pictures is a subsidiary of Paramount, which connects with billions of people worldwide through its global brands including MTV, CBS, Paramount Network, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central, BET and streaming service Paramount+.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $50,000.00 - 60,000.00.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.

https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r7w59q-3-144-35-148-42 in your application.