Talent Assistant

NBCUniversal

Posted 4 days ago

Full Time

New York, New York

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Talent Assistant will oversee coordination for talent pitch meetings, manage talent calendars, and handle daily administrative tasks for the department. Additionally, the role involves supervising interns, managing expense reports, and coordinating communication across multiple departments.

Qualifications

You have a Bachelor's degree and at least one year of professional experience in television or film. You are proficient with Mac computers and possess strong computer skills in Excel and Word, with excellent organizational and communication abilities.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Excel

Word

Mac

Job Description

Company Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee coordination and detailed documentation for weekly Talent pitch meetings.
  • Update talent boards, requiring extreme attention to detail.
  • Update daily talent calendar, weekly talk show listings, guest comedy documents and coordinate with multiple departments.
  • Conduct research on behalf of the talent and music department and assist with special projects.
  • Manage 2 Talent interns, providing them with support, direction and feedback.
  • Organize expense reports and holiday/birthday/guest gifts.
  • Coordinate department meetings and communication between multiple departments.
  • Oversee merchandise orders and distribution, ticket requests and petty cash for talent department.
  • Coordinate daily entertainment and music newsletter.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:     

  • Interested candidates must submit a resume for this job online to be considered.
  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • Minimum one-year professional television or film work experience required.
  • Must be proficient on Mac.
  • Demonstrate computer knowledge (Excel, Word).
  • Must be able to work some overtime.
  • Must be 18 years or older.
  • Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.

Desired Characteristics:     

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multi-task and be agreeable to changes.
  • Ability to accept feedback and handle pressure.
  • Executing tasks with excellence is essential.
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
  • Ability to operate with a level of discretion.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Knowledge and interest in pop-culture is a must.

Additional Requirements:

  • Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
  • This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.
  • Hourly salary range: $17.00 - $20.00
  • The candidate who fills this position will be paid at least 60 hours per week regardless of whether they work less than 60 hours. Hours over 40 hrs/wk will be paid at the appropriate overtime rate.

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to .

  • Business Segment: Universal Television Entertainment
  • Compensation: USD 17 - USD 20 - hourly
  • NBCUniversal

    NBCUniversal is one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.
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