Administrative Assistant Ii, Comedy Development

Sony Pictures Entertainment is a leading creator and distributor of entertainment products, services and technology. Our global operations encompass motion picture production and distribution, television production, programming and syndication, home video acquisitions and distribution, operation of studio facilities, development of new entertainment technologies and distribution of filmed entertainment in over 70 countries.               

We are looking for an administrative assistant II to join our Comedy development team, supporting an SVP. The ideal candidate will be a proactive communicator who can anticipate the needs of the executives to keep the department on track. 

 

Responsibilities

• Invoice tracking & processing  
• Coordinate travel, visas, schedules and other travel logistics  
• Internet research 
• Create and maintain global contacts 
• Generate travel and expense reports  
• Create and update presentations, letters, and other forms of management reports and communications 
• Manage calendar and activities (Setting meetings, Call list, etc.)  
• Provide organizational and administrative support to the department execs, anticipating needs of the executive(s) and always being two steps ahead 
• Special projects as required 
• Read scripts, review dailies, summarize notes from development meetings/calls 
• Schedule/Calendar/Phone management; keep execs on schedule  

 

Qualifications   

• Education:  B.A., B.S., or equivalent experience 
• At ease in fast-paced, high-energy, ever-changing work environment 
• Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Internet savvy)  
• In-depth knowledge of the television/entertainment industry  
• Can work independently to achieve goals and has a positive attitude  
• Has a global perspective and appreciation for cultural differences  
• Experience working in a fast pace environment with tight deadlines  
• Proactive and thorough in their approach   
• Able to multi-task and work well with others  
• Takes responsibility and ownership of  tasks  
• Superb organizational and time management skills  
• Discretion and integrity 
• Attention to detail and accuracy  
• Prior experience in entertainment preferred 
• Strong written and verbal presentation skills  

The anticipated base salary for this position is $54.2K to $71.1K. This role may also qualify for annual incentive and/or comprehensive benefits. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position.

• Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.
• As part of our commitment to health and safety, all U.S. non-union and O.P.E.I.U. Local 174 applicants and employees must submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request and obtain approval of a reasonable accommodation based on disability or a sincerely held religious belief, practice or observance. To request an accommodation for purposes of participating in the hiring process, you may contact us at [email protected].