Executive Assistant, Comedy Development
Warner Bros. Discovery, Burbank, CA, United States
Warner Bros. Discovery Job Opportunity
Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery the stuff dreams are made of. Who We Are When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what's next From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive. Your New Role...
This position provides administrative support to the SVP, Comedy Development & VP, Comedy Development, as well as playing a key role on the creative team, contributing ideas on material and identifying emerging comedic voices. Your Role Accountabilities...
Maintains calendar, schedules appointments, meetings and notes call, etc. Answers telephones, screens, logs and places calls. Maintains and organizes a filing system. Writes script coverage and tracks all submissions. Prepares documents such as deal memos, correspondence and expense reports. Proofreads, photocopies and distributes material. Opens, records and distributes incoming mail. Orders supplies, books, etc. Performs other related duties as assigned Qualifications & Experience...
Work Experience
2+ years of administrative assistant experience required. Familiarity with television industry required. Previous studio experience preferred. Literary agency experience preferred. Education, Professional Training, Technical Training or Certification
Some college preferred. Knowledge/Skills
Typing: 55 wpm PC Skills: MS Word, Windows, and Excel required. Knowledge of file set-up, maintenance, and filing procedures. Knowledge of basic math, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and English usage. Knowledge of report, letter, logs, etc. formats required. Must have exceptional grammar skills. Other Requirements
Must have the ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with persons on all levels, in person and on the telephone. Must have the ability to pay close attention to detail and understand written and oral instructions. Must have the ability to organize and schedule work effectively. Must have the ability to work well under time constraints. Must be able to handle multiple tasks. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment. Must be able to handle confidential information. Must have excellent communication skills. Management has the right to add or change duties and job requirements at any time. How We Get Things Done This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview. Championing Inclusion at WBD Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law. If you're a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request. In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery's total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $42,224.00 - $78,416.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.
Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery the stuff dreams are made of. Who We Are When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what's next From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive. Your New Role...
This position provides administrative support to the SVP, Comedy Development & VP, Comedy Development, as well as playing a key role on the creative team, contributing ideas on material and identifying emerging comedic voices. Your Role Accountabilities...
Maintains calendar, schedules appointments, meetings and notes call, etc. Answers telephones, screens, logs and places calls. Maintains and organizes a filing system. Writes script coverage and tracks all submissions. Prepares documents such as deal memos, correspondence and expense reports. Proofreads, photocopies and distributes material. Opens, records and distributes incoming mail. Orders supplies, books, etc. Performs other related duties as assigned Qualifications & Experience...
Work Experience
2+ years of administrative assistant experience required. Familiarity with television industry required. Previous studio experience preferred. Literary agency experience preferred. Education, Professional Training, Technical Training or Certification
Some college preferred. Knowledge/Skills
Typing: 55 wpm PC Skills: MS Word, Windows, and Excel required. Knowledge of file set-up, maintenance, and filing procedures. Knowledge of basic math, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and English usage. Knowledge of report, letter, logs, etc. formats required. Must have exceptional grammar skills. Other Requirements
Must have the ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with persons on all levels, in person and on the telephone. Must have the ability to pay close attention to detail and understand written and oral instructions. Must have the ability to organize and schedule work effectively. Must have the ability to work well under time constraints. Must be able to handle multiple tasks. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment. Must be able to handle confidential information. Must have excellent communication skills. Management has the right to add or change duties and job requirements at any time. How We Get Things Done This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview. Championing Inclusion at WBD Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law. If you're a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request. In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery's total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $42,224.00 - $78,416.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.