Executive Assistant

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

FOX Entertainment

With a legacy spanning nearly 40 years, FOX Entertainment is one of the world’s most recognizable media brands and a leading global creator of multi-genre content across broadcast, streaming, digital and emerging platforms. Known for its independent, innovative spirit and bold storytelling, the company is committed to reaching audiences where they are through a platform- and format-agnostic approach to developing, testing and scaling intellectual property worldwide. FOX Entertainment consists of three core business units. The FOX Television Network, which encompasses its flagship linear platform and streaming partnerships with Hulu and FOX One, is home to hit series including The Simpsons, The Masked Singer, Doc, Memory of a Killer, Fear Factor: House of Fear, The Floor and Hell’s Kitchen. FOX Entertainment Studios, operates the in-house scripted and unscripted studios behind series such as Animal Control, Best Medicine, The Faithful, and The Way Home, as well as Bento Box Entertainment with animated hits such as Hazbin Hotel and Krapopolis; Studio Ramsay Global with Next Level Chef, Gordon Ramsay’s Secret Service and Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars; entertainment studio TMZ; and the independent film label Tideline. FOX Entertainment Global is the company’s worldwide content sales and distribution arm. As part of its evolution into a modern next-gen studio, FOX Entertainment is expanding its digital storytelling ecosystem with investments across vertical video with Holywater, Chain’s experiential storytelling, podcasting with Meet Cute, a two-way content pipeline with HarperCollins Publishing, and creator-led formats through the newly formed FOX Creator Studios. Through these strategic initiatives, the company is investing earlier in emerging ideas and new forms of audience engagement, while maintaining the ability to grow successful concepts into premium franchises across broadcast, streaming and global platforms. A prolific content creator and production partner, FOX Entertainment collaborates with leading studios, creators, and platforms worldwide to produce and distribute premium content at scale across broadcast, streaming, and digital ecosystems, while continuing to grow its portfolio of owned IP and next-generation storytelling formats.

JOB DESCRIPTION

TMZ is looking for an Executive Assistant to provide daily administrative and project assistance. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and organized, with a keen ability to multi-task and effectively meet deadlines. This role will support the executive with full coordination of activities related to the senior management team at a fast-paced media company.  This position is based out of Los Angeles, CA. 

Responsibilities:

• Organize and manage the daily calendar, arrange meetings, schedule appointments and conference calls independently or as directed 
• Answer, screen, and roll calls, manage call logs and messages, and prepare office correspondence  
• Coordinate travel and prepare itineraries 
• Generate and submit expense reports 
• Coordinate communication between executives, with internal and external teams and departments as needed 
• Provide administrative support during breaking news
• Other job-related duties and projects, as assigned 

Requirements:

• College degree preferred 
• Advanced Excel skills are preferred, with the ability to create research formulas and graphs 
• Ability to communicate effectively & tactfully with managers, executive staff, news desk department, & other levels of personnel
• Ability to prepare clear & concise reports etc. for presentation to senior management 
• Must pay close attention to detail, maintain confidentiality, and problem solve (within scope of responsibility) 
• Ability to work well under time constraints and handle multiple tasks in fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team 
• Must have initiative and be a self-starter 
• Proficiency in MS Word, Outlook and PowerPoint required 
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills required 
• Must have knowledge of file set-up, maintenance, filing procedures, basic math, spelling, grammar, punctuation, English usage, and report & business letter formats 

TMZ is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $24.00-26.00 per hour. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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