Executive Assistant

WMUR-TV, the ABC affiliate in Manchester, NH, is seeking an Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to the General Manager. The ideal candidate will have exceptional organizational skills, a sense of urgency, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. The Executive Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting the daily operations and strategic initiatives of the General Manager. This position requires a proactive and detail-oriented individual who can prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and maintain a high level of confidentiality. The Executive Assistant will be a key member of the WMUR-TV team, contributing to the overall success and efficiency of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the General Manager, including scheduling, correspondence, and report preparation.
• Manage the General Manager's calendar, prioritizing meetings and appointments, and ensuring efficient time management.
• Coordinate travel arrangements, including booking flights, accommodation, and ground transportation, and prepare necessary travel documents.
• Maintain accurate records and files, ensuring easy access and retrieval of important information.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and maintain strict confidentiality at all times.
• Prepare and distribute meeting agendas, minutes, and follow-up action items, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
• Assist in the preparation of presentations, reports, and proposals, ensuring accuracy and adherence to branding guidelines.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including senior leadership, clients, and vendors, to facilitate smooth communication and collaboration.
• Support the General Manager in special projects and initiatives, providing research, data analysis, and project management assistance. 
• Assisting with employee engagement opportunities and some public service initiatives. 
• Maintain a professional and positive attitude, representing WMUR-TV with integrity and upholding its reputation.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Executive Assistant or in a similar administrative role.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with the ability to learn new software quickly.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft professional correspondence and communicate effectively with all levels of staff.

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Hearst Television, a subsidiary of Hearst, owns and operates local television and radio stations serving 26 media markets across 39 states reaching over 21 million U.S. television households. Through its partnership with nearly all of the major networks, Hearst Television distributes national content over nearly 70 video channels including programming from ABC, NBC, CBS, CW, MY Net, MeTV, This TV, Estrella and more.

Hearst Television is recognized as one of the industry's premier companies. It has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism and industry innovation, including the Walter Cronkite Award for political journalism, the national Edward R. Murrow Award, the DuPont-Columbia Award and the George Foster Peabody Award.