Creative Assistant, MGM Television

Job description

MGM Television, the longstanding semi-independent division of Amazon MGM Studios responsible for tremendous content including Wednesday, Fargo, The Handmaid's Tale, The Testaments, etc., has an immediate opening for a Creative Assistant to join our team.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate sound judgment in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and possess a deep understanding of the entertainment industry. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, the ability to manage complex calendars and schedules with precision, strong verbal and written communication skills, a passion for television, and a willingness to learn from and work within a highly collaborative team in which every opinion is valued.

While this is a creative position, the ideal candidate should also have a basic understanding and willingness to learn more about all aspects of the television development and production process - including physical production, casting, business affairs, music, etc.

Key job responsibilities

• Manage complex and dynamic executive calendar including meetings, travel and events.
• Roll a high volume of calls and organize expenses.
• Coordinate internal and external meetings across multiple time zones with high attention to detail.
• Evaluate incoming creative material.
• Track and help drive completion of key deliverables.
• Organize and maintain files, documents and confidential materials.
• Prepare and edit correspondence, communications, presentations and other documents.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, key players, and current events.
• Effectively prioritize, manage multiple deadlines and competing needs.