Assistant, TV Scripted Strategy & Creative & Development

About FIFTH SEASON

FIFTH SEASON is a leading global independent studio that specializes in the development, financing, production and distribution of feature films, premium television series and documentaries for theatrical distributors, streaming platforms as well as broadcast and cable networks globally. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, and operates major hubs in New York and London as well as additional offices in Europe, and Asia. Known for producing and distributing award-winning content that engages audiences and moves cultures, the studio’s film titles include the multi-Oscar-nominated The Lost Daughter from Maggie Gyllenhaal, Ambulance directed by Michael Bay, Destin Daniel Cretton’s Just Mercy, the Book Club franchise, the Sundance Film Festival Audience Award winner Cha Cha Real Smooth, and 80 For Brady. The studio produces premium TV series including the 14-time Emmy-nominated Severance, See, and Truth Be Told for Apple TV+, Wolf Like Me for Peacock, Life & Beth, Nine Perfect Strangers, and McCartney 3, 2, 1 for Hulu, and Tokyo Vice for HBO Max. FIFTH SEASON also handles global distribution for dozens of hit series in addition to its own studio productions, including Killing Eve, The Morning Show, Normal People, and The Night Manager. 

Our Culture  

A studio with a soul, FIFTH SEASON is proud to be an anti-racist and feminist company, focused on leaving the entertainment business better than we found it. We empower freedom and ownership, delivering the expertise of a big studio with the entrepreneurial spirit and creativity of a start-up. 

We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic and exciting industry. The ideal candidate is driven and hungry to learn and wants to be in the trenches of the entertainment industry. If you meet the above requirements and are excited about this opportunity, we invite you to apply. 

FIFTH SEASON is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. 

Role Summary

At FIFTH SEASON, we're revolutionizing the entertainment industry with groundbreaking content that captivates global audiences. As a dynamic studio with a soul, we're seeking a TV Scripted Strategy & Creative & Development Assistant to join the team.

The ideal candidate will bring substantial expertise in supporting executives, managing administrative functions, and coordinating schedules within the TV and entertainment industry. With strong communication and organizational skills, the candidate will ensure smooth office operations, effective coordination, and accurate management of confidential information. To excel in this role, the candidate must possess a solid foundation in administrative support, preferably with prior experience in a talent agency, management, or production company. They will also bring exceptional organizational skills to handle diverse tasks efficiently. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, exhibit excellent time management abilities, and tackle challenges with a proactive mindset. If you're passionate about the industry and want to make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply.

Role Responsibilities

• Schedule, maintain, and anticipate executive calendar needs in real-time for meetings, videoconferences and calls, adapting to the demands of an international business spanning multiple time zones.
• Prepare meeting agendas in collaboration with executives, ensuring organized distribution of materials to attendees ahead of appointments.
• Document and organize meeting notes, ensuring timely distribution of follow-up materials.
• Manage executive expenses in adherence to company processes.
• Screen executive calls, handle inquiries tactfully, refer questions to appropriate personnel, and escalate when necessary.
• Arrange travel accommodation and process executive expenses in alignment with company policies.
• Compose routine and non-routine correspondences including submission letters, memos, and reports.
• Perform comprehensive coverage on submitted materials, returning insightful reports, and conducting project-specific research as needed.
• Attend production meetings, ensuring accurate typing, editing, copying, and distribution of scripts
• Manage submissions to executives, e.g., books, scripts, decks/pitch pages, and distribute or review as directed.
• Prepare talent lists and organize weekly book scout reports.
• Conduct market research and track industry trends, including ratings, audience data, competitive programming and emerging content trends.
• Actively engage in the production phase by assisting senior production staff, managing schedules, and contracts, as well as overseeing accounts and expenses.
• Manage ad hoc projects.

Requirements

• Expertise in MS office, G Suite, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Adobe.
• Strong communication skills, able to engage effectively across all levels of the organization and with external partners.
• Adaptive, resourceful, and mature, with excellent professional judgement.
• Commitment to confidentiality and diplomacy in all interactions.
• Familiarity with industry databases and platforms like Scenecronize, IMDBPro, Final Draft, Pix, Studio System.
• Demonstrated knowledge, genuine interest, and experience in television and radio are crucial.
• Experienced in assessing creative and commercial viability of scripts and books.

Compensation: $23-$25 / hr + OT

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