Executive Assistant - Business Affairs

Title: Executive Assistant - Business Affairs

Location: Santa Monica, CA

time type: Full time

job requisition id: R-4530

Job Description:

AMC Networks is home to many of the greatest stories and characters in TV and film and the premier destination for passionate and engaged fan communities around the world.

We create and curate celebrated series and films across distinct brands and make them available to audiences everywhere. Our portfolio includes targeted streaming services AMC+, Acorn TV, Shudder, Sundance Now, ALLBLK and HIDIVE; cable networks AMC, BBC AMERICA, Independent Film Company, Sundance TV and We TV; and film distribution labels Independent Film Company Films and RLJE Films. The company also operates AMC Studios, our in-house studio, production, and distribution operation behind acclaimed and fan-favorite originals including The Walking Dead Universe and the Anne Rice Immortal Universe, and AMC Networks International, our international programming business.

We are currently seeking an Executive Assistant - Business Affairs to join our Business Affairs team based in our Santa Monica, California Location.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supporting the head of business affairs and two other business affairs executives by managing their calendars, scheduling meetings, screening and prioritizing all incoming phone calls, meeting requests, ordering supplies, coordinating travel, managing and tracking expense reports and coordinating department off-sites and events
• Managing meeting set-up, and follow-up: booking rooms, test and set up all IT needs, arranging catering, documenting notes as needed, and coordinating follow-up items to completion
• Attending staff meetings, participate as needed, and follow through as necessary
• Coordinating with IT, facilities, creative, production, finance, marketing and other internal departments
• Assisting with any special projects as needed

QUALIFICATIONS (Required & Preferred)

• Bachelor's degree
• 5-7 years of relevant work experience
• Able to communicate with professionalism with all levels of executives, management, and staff, including high-level entertainment industry agents, attorneys and TV studio personnel
• Self-motivated, highly organized and excellent follow-through
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and tasks with a high level of detail and accuracy
• Must be innovative, solutions-oriented and efficient
• A team player with strong work ethic
• Demonstrated ability to partner well with others and build strong, effective relationships
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Must be willing to work in Santa Monica, California
• Must have work authorization to work in the United States

The base compensation range for this position is $60,000 to $75,000 commensurate with experience. AMC Networks additionally offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Services, among other benefit plan options, subject to eligibility requirements. AMC Networks values the benefits achieved through in-office collaboration, but we provide our employees with the flexibility to work from home one day per week.

The Company is committed to policy of nondiscrimination in its employment and personnel practices. Applicants are considered for all employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, religion, alienage, citizenship, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, genetic predisposition or carrier status, age, marital status, familial status, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking or sexual assault, sexual orientation, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.