Administrative Assistant, Tv & Film

We are UMG, the Universal Music Group. We are the world’s leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.

How we LEAD: 

Universal Music Group’s film and television division, Polygram Entertainment, is seeking an Assistant to support the SVP and VP of Production & Development. Polygram Entertainment develops, produces, and finances documentary films, scripted features, and scripted & unscripted TV series that are built around the iconic labels, catalogs, music, and musicians of Universal Music Group (the world’s largest music company). Polygram Entertainment’s recent productions include: Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist (NBC); Beastie Boys Story (AppleTV+); The Bee Gees: How Can You Mend A Broken Heart (HBO); The Velvet Underground (AppleTV+); and The Go Go’s (Showtime).

How You’ll CREATE

• Answering phones, scheduling and calendar management, expense reports, organizing incoming and outgoing submissions, maintaining internal grids, script coverage, pitch deck creation, and research.
• This is an open and collaborative environment, perfect for someone who wants to learn how to be a development exec and/or producer, and who wants to take an active role in the creative development of projects.
• Ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic, engaged, proactive, resourceful, detail-oriented multitasker with strong organizational skills.

Bring Your VIBE

• Experience building decks in PowerPoint/Keynote/Canva and interest in graphic design.
• Ability to work on multiple projects and produce high-quality work under tight schedules.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Passion for and knowledge of film, television, music, and pop culture is a must.
• Experience assisting on high-volume desks and/or multiple execs is preferred.
• Excellent Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and follow through.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with emphasis on relationship building.
• BA degree preferred
• 1 year of prior experience on a desk at an agency, management or production company, or studio preferred. Will consider candidates with strong relevant internship experience.
• Extremely organized with superior time management skills.

Perks Playlist

• A lifetime fertility support allowance of $30,000 to plan participants
• 100% immediately vested 401(k) match on the first 5% of your contribution on eligible compensation
• Be part of an entrepreneurial, global organization that values authenticity, drive, creativity, relationships, and a competitive spirit
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and FSA options, as well as:
• 100% coverage for out-patient mental health services
• Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year)

• Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent
• Variety of ways to prioritize much-needed time away from work including:
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees
• 10 Paid Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)
• 3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees
• Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)
• 2-weeks paid Winter Break

Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.

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Job Category

Administrative

Salary Range

$36,915.84 - $68,640.00

The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. All candidates are encouraged to apply.