Brand Consulting Group Account Assistant

Job Description

WHO WE ARE

Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is the leading entertainment and sports agency, with global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship sales and endorsements, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, trademark licensing, and philanthropy. Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAA’s diverse workforce identifies, innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organizations that shape culture and inspire the world. The trailblazer of the agency business, CAA was the first to build a sports business, create an investment bank, launch a venture fund, found technology start-up companies, establish a philanthropic arm, build a business in China, and form a brand marketing services division, among other innovations.

CAA Brand Consulting is the entertainment & sports marketing agency within CAA. Our mission is to drive cultural brand relevance for our clients by tapping into CAA’s connectivity to pop culture. Leveraging our deep relationships and influence with studios, networks, labels, leagues, teams, venues, events, media, and content platforms, we provide a range of strategic and marketing consulting services to corporate clients around their entertainment & sports strategies.

THE ROLE

This individual will work as an Assistant in the Brand Consulting department supporting one of the largest and most robust brand accounts. This position focuses on sports marketing and brand partnership opportunities for the client and is most suitable for those with interest in pursuing a career in sports marketing. In this role, you will be responsible for providing administrative support, and aiding the team in strategic marketing efforts.Assistants are an important part of the CAA structure, and it is hoped that the successful candidate will ultimately become an Agent within the company.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• General research as required on: talent, industry trends, competitors, brands, territories and events
• Pitch presentation preparation including creating, formatting, and proofing power point decks
• Production of presentations for client meetings
• Provide administrative support including scheduling, coordinating meetings, correspondence, status reports, updating contact lists, property/talent asset trackers and special projects as needed
• Maintain account finances including budgets, expenses, invoices, booking reports, check requests, retainer fees, and revenue trackers
• Pull data, analytics, and trends for various topics and projects
• Track and communicate account updates, including monthly dashboards and newsletters
• Liaise with brand clients and brand’s partner properties
• On-site event support and planning coordination/logistics tracking as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Arts, Business or the equivalent preferred
• At least one year of experience in marketing and brand partnerships. Work experience in an ad/marketing agency preferred. Live event experience preferred
• General understanding of current brand consulting industry and the nature of a talent agency
• Interest in entertainment, sports and pop culture
• Technologically Savvy (MS PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook, Keynote, Photoshop). Social Media/Digitally versed
• Team oriented, able to pivot and take on new tasks quickly
• Polished written and verbal skills. Strong at communicating in written format through well-crafted email correspondence
• Organized and able to multi-task to keep up with demanding client needs
• Superior attention to detail
• Strong sense of initiation and informative by nature. Solutions oriented
• Curious; able to pull insights and present research
• Ability to listen and ask poignant questions
• Ability to build trust through relationship building, confidence and business acumen

COMPENSATION  

The base hourly rate for this position is in the range of $20.00-22.00. This position also is eligible for benefits and discretionary bonus. Ultimately, wages may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, business sector, and geographic location, among other criteria. Please talk with a CAA Recruiter to learn more. 

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Creative Artists Agency, LLC (the “Company”) is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate on the basis of race (inclusive of traits historically associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, creed, gender or sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, family and medical care leave status, military or veteran status, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, an employee’s or their dependent’s reproductive health decision making (e.g., the decision to use or access a particular drug, device or medical service), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.The absence of a permanent address is not a bar to employment. The Company does not discriminate against individuals based on housing status, including the absence of a fixed address.The Company also complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws with regard to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.CAA does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless they were contractually engaged by CAA to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any such employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the acknowledgement and agreement that CAA will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.