Assistant - Television Literary

VERVE

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Los Angeles, California

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The role involves managing high-volume calls and inboxes while coordinating materials and meetings for agents and clients. The assistant will provide script coverage and support creative development and deal-making within the television literary department.

Qualifications

You have a minimum of 6 months of assistant experience at a talent agency or management company, with television experience being a strong advantage. You are comfortable managing high call volumes, possess polished written and verbal communication skills for interacting with clients and executives, and demonstrate outstanding time management and multi-tasking abilities in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and a genuine passion for television are required.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Microsoft Office Suite

Airtable

Job Description

Description

The Role

Verve is seeking an Assistant in our Television Literary department. You'll be working directly on some of the most active TV desks in the business - fielding high-volume calls, managing client materials, and sitting at the center of deal-making and creative development in the television space.

The assistant-to-agent track is streamlined at Verve, and if you're serious about a future in television representation, this is the seat to be in. You'll gain unmatched access to the way deals are structured, staffing season operates, and writer careers are built - all while working alongside agents who operate across business verticals to deliver the best, client-first approach in the industry.

What You'll Do:

  • Roll a high volume of calls and manage a fast-moving inbox 
  • Interface with clients, showrunners, studio and network executives, and producers with professionalism and discretion
  • Send, track, and manage client script submissions and materials across broadcast, cable, and streaming platforms
  • Provide script coverage and maintain a strong pulse on the television market - pilot season, staffing, and series development
  • Coordinate meetings for agents and clients
  • Collaborate effectively across all levels of the agency and take initiative on special projects 

About Verve

a) enthusiasm in literary or artistic work  b) energy in the expression of ideas  c) aptitude; talent

Verve is a premier global talent and literary agency representing clients across film, television, publishing, digital, theatre, and media rights. Since 2010, we've built a reputation for discovering exceptional new voices and guiding careers at the highest level of the industry. 

Requirements

  • Minimum 6 months of full-time assistant experience at a talent agency or management company - television experience a strong plus
  • Comfortable managing high call volume and thriving in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment
  • Polished written and verbal communication - client and executive interaction is a daily part of this role
  • Absolute discretion with confidential client and deal information
  • Outstanding time management, multi-tasking, and follow-through under pressure
  • Sound judgment and the ability to make decisions quickly and independently
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft suite, Airtable a plus
  • A genuine passion for television - you read scripts and pilots, follow the development landscape, and know who's running what room and who's buying what 

 This is a full-time, in-person role located in Los Angeles, CA. Employment is contingent upon the candidate's eligibility to work in the United States in accordance with applicable law.  

VERVE

Verve is a premier talent agency providing global representation for clients across film, television, publishing, digital, commercial endorsements & branding, audio, theater, and books-to-screen. Founded in 2010, the agency prides itself on discovering the most exciting new voices in entertainment and guiding the careers of some of the most sought-after storytellers in the world. Continually disrupting an industry with its innovation and ability to be reflective of an ever-changing landscape, Verve’s client-first approach provides unparalleled service, influence, and career-building with a passion matched only by that of their clients.
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