Location: Burbank, CA 91506
Pay Rate: $33.65/hr.
Duration: 12 Months
Onsite
Shift (if applicable): Monday to Friday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Job Description:
Executive Assistant, Publicity
Provides high-level administrative support to two Vice Presidents of Publicity, serving as a trusted partner in managing day-to-day priorities and operations
Manages complex, ever-shifting calendars for both VPs, including scheduling and coordinating internal and external meetings across multiple time zones
Books and manages all executive travel including flights, hotels, ground transportation, and detailed itineraries
Processes and reconciles expenses for both VPs in a timely and accurate manner
Anticipates executive needs and proactively resolves scheduling conflicts, logistics issues, and competing priorities
Supports multiple PR teams with day-to-day operational needs, ensuring seamless coordination across projects and campaigns
Compiles and distributes daily press clips, monitoring coverage across broadcast, digital, and print outlets
Owns and maintains internal status documents, campaign trackers, and team reports, ensuring information is current and accessible
Coordinates logistics for high-profile events, press engagements, and team off sites including red carpets, junkets, screenings, and conventions such as SXSW, Comic-Con, TCA, and Upfront
Acts as a liaison between the VPs and internal stakeholders including content, marketing, social, legal, and corporate communications teams
Manages inbound correspondence and communications on behalf of VPs, prioritizing and routing as appropriate
Exercises discretion and sound judgment when handling confidential information, talent relationships, and sensitive executive matters
Additional Details:
This position supports 2 VPs and their teams in a dynamic, shared-support model, and is designed for an initial 12-month assignment, with the possibility of extension(NO GUARANTEES).
**Must-Have Qualifications:** We're searching for candidates with substantial executive assistant experience supporting senior leaders, especially those who can expertly manage complex calendars and competing schedules. Advanced proficiency in Outlook Calendar, Microsoft Office, and strong expense management skills are essential, alongside exceptional organizational abilities and attention to detail. Professional communication, executive presence, and flexibility for occasional overtime or shifting priorities are critical for success.
**Highly Preferred Qualifications:** Entertainment industry experience is a major plus-think publicity, PR, communications, talent agencies, studios, streaming companies, or networks. Candidates who have supported multiple executives simultaneously and have coordinated with diverse stakeholders will stand out. Familiarity with publicity and media environments, as well as exposure to studio, network, or entertainment-adjacent corporations, is highly valued.
**Technical Skills:** Advanced Outlook calendaring is critical, with additional proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and internet research. Familiarity with AI tools like ChatGPT, Copilot, or Claude is a plus.
**Education: A bachelor's degree is required, and a master's in PR/Communication
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.