Strategic Client Advisory Associate

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. Named Most Valuable Sports Agency by Forbes for eight consecutive years, CAA represents more than 2,000 of the world’s top athletes in football, baseball, basketball, hockey, soccer, in addition to coaches, on-air broadcasters, and sports personalities and works in the areas of broadcast rights, corporate marketing initiatives, social impact, and sports properties for sales and sponsorship opportunities. Founded in 1975, CAA is headquartered in Los Angeles, and has offices in New York, Nashville, Memphis, Chicago, Miami, London, Munich, Geneva, Stockholm, Shanghai, and Beijing, among other locations globally.

The Role 

CAA is seeking an Associate based in Los Angeles for a unique and highly visible position at the company in the Strategic Client Advisory department, at the intersection of Motion Picture, Television and Corporate Strategy. The position is part of a small team that works to maximize the value of our Film & TV clients in an evolving media landscape.The position focuses primarily on film/TV deal analysis and strategy. The ideal candidate is passionate aboutthe film and TV business, adept at financial modeling, highly analytical, a self-starter, team player, and can manage driving multiple projects forward simultaneously.

Responsibilities 

• Run financial models of Film & TVultimatesto support client deal negotiations

• Run bespoke Film & TV-related analyses and build insight-rich, data-driven reports for agency stakeholders (incl. agents, department leadership, senior leadership and FP&A)

• Lead collaboration with FP&A to update client compensation forecasts on high-value titles (incl. cash flow projections)

• Maintain up-to-date view of the state of dealmaking at each major studio

• OwnproprietaryFilm and TV databases (including historical talent deal comps, studio windowing, and studio/film profitability)

• Track key participation statement data and other project performance data

• Support analysis and structuring ofFilm & TV deals (both single-picture deals and first look/overalls) in collaboration with clients and their teams (including agents, lawyers and managers)

• Support and/or own valuation analyses of film and TV production companies

• Stay abreast of key buyers, industry trends, and client activities 

Qualifications 

• At least 2+ years of financial analyst experience, ideally working directly on Film and/or TV deal analysis

• Ability to work well under pressure; meet tight deadlines; manage multiple projects and expectations; and maintain a sharp focus while managing competing priorities 

• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills are a must

• Strong interpersonal skills 

• Understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality 

• Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint expertise is a necessity 

• Strong command of the Microsoft Office suite 

• Adept at quickly learning new processes and technology 

• Familiarity with film, television or other entertainment contracts is required

Education 

• A Bachelor’s degree is preferred 

Location: This is a hybrid role in our Los Angeles, CA office.

Compensation: The annual base salary for this position is in the range of $114,000 - $150,000 in Los Angeles. This position is also eligible for benefits and a discretionary bonus. Ultimately, the salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in the role, business sector, and geographic location, among other criteria. Please talk with a CAA Recruiter to learn more.

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 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.