Assistant to Digital Agents

About the Role
Gersh is seeking an ambitious Assistant to support two Agents within the Digital department at our New York City office. Digital manages everything from brand partnerships to affiliate marketing, product licensing and beyond. They specialize in representing digital‑first talent in all verticals and have huge success in building out their brand businesses. The ideal candidate has an interest in becoming a digital talent agent, a passion for all things in the digital sphere and at least one year of professional experience in the entertainment industry, specifically within digital, public relations, advertising and/or branding. This is an amazing opportunity for someone who is driven, resourceful, highly organized, proactive, and passionate about building a career in Digital.

Duties

Provide administrative support, including monitoring emails, screening phone calls, setting calls and meetings across multiple calendars, and managing calendars.

Act as liaison for clients with brands and third‑party marketing agencies, drafting, sending and tracking all deal memos and campaign execution.

Source and support the expansion of the digital talent database using a variety of tools and social knowledge.

Partner closely with accounting to input client bookings and submit invoices.

Effectively communicate and interact with high‑profile clients, prospective clients, managers, brand partners and executives with the utmost professionalism.

Ad‑hoc duties for projects as needed.

Qualifications

Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion.

Prior internships or job experience in the digital landscape is preferred.

Some accounting knowledge, skills or experience.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Superior time‑management and multi‑tasking skills.

Ability to make sound decisions efficiently and effectively using critical thinking and practical approaches.

Ability to work well in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment.

Strong attention to detail and excellent follow‑through.

Demonstrated interest in talent/influencers, music, sports, entertainment and pop culture.

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (proficiency in Airtable or another CRM platform is a plus).

Willingness to commit to a two‑year period and strong interest in the career track to become a Digital Talent agent.

Compensation
$21 per hour + Full Benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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