AGC Studios

AGC Studios is currently seeking a business affairs assistant to provide administrative support to the Business and Legal Affairs team. This is a great opportunity for a business-minded individual looking for broad, hands-on experience with the operations, financial, business and legal aspects of an entertainment studio with room to grow in a tight-knit organization.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Customary administrative duties, including arranging conference calls, scheduling meetings, saving and organizing files to the server, assisting with the preparation of travel and expense reports.

• Take primary responsibility for tracking business affairs transactions and updating and maintaining reports for management, including regular status reports on all development, talent, production financing and distribution deals for weekly distribution to key executives within the company.

• Review executed contracts and draft summaries of key contract terms for intracompany distribution.

• Oversee, lead, and assist applications and preparation of information sheets for union projects, including guild signatory applications under the supervision of company personnel.

• Organize, coordinate, and ensure a heavy load of documents signatures from appropriate parties via electronic signature (i.e., Docusign) or in-person are signed on a timely basis, including coordinating signatures via notary services.

• Take primary responsibility for the coordination of document delivery to project distributors (i.e., contracts, licenses, insurances, certificates, notice of delivery, etc.) in cooperation with production counsel, production personnel, and other AGC personnel.

• Attend various meetings each week to discuss development and production of the film and television slate.

• Additional duties as directed by senior personnel, including, but not limited to, maintaining/organizing files on the server, administering approval requests, tracking of past projects, and other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.), ideal candidate with 1 – 2 years of work experience within Business Affairs, Legal, or other related departments.

• Ability to work collaboratively with other members of the Operations and Content teams, senior leadership, outside attorneys, as well as other assistants.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to multi-task.

• Proficient on Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel.

• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.

• Commitment to excellence and high standards with an acute attention to detail.

• Ability to work on complex projects with general direction and minimal guidance.

• Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions

• Creative, flexible, and innovative team player

• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and research skills; able to manage priorities and workflow.

• Demonstrate a high level of professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Minimum annual compensation of $45,875

• Health, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurances (eligible on first full month of employment)

• Eligible for 401(k) retirement plan subject to plan terms (eligible 3 months from date of hire).

• Paid holidays (10 business days per year) and telephone plan reimbursement

ABOUT AGC STUDIOS:

AGC Studios was founded and launched by Chairman and CEO Stuart Ford in February 2018 as a platform to develop, produce, finance and globally license a diverse portfolio of feature films, scripted and unscripted television, and digital content from its headquarters in Los Angeles, AGC Studio’s Hollywood output has a wide-ranging multicultural focus, designed for exploitation across an array of global platforms including major studio partnerships, streaming platforms, traditional broadcast and cable television networks and independent distributors, both in the U.S. and internationally. To succeed at AGC Studios, each and every member of the team must exert continuous effort toward achieving these goals not only as individuals, but as a team. Practically, this means that the people we employ make wise decisions, communicate effectively, excel under pressure, are passionate about what we do, and elevate other members of our team by fostering a culture of doing rather than dividing. Our work environment is about moving faster than the competition and is best suited for people who share our values and vision.

AGC Studios

AGC Studios is currently seeking a marketing and publicity manager to support the head of marketing in all aspects of publicity, marketing and social media campaigns promoting AGC content and corporate and sales initiatives. Must work effectively in a high intensity environment, drafting press releases while juggling multiple priorities. Strong written and verbal skills are critical. This is a great opportunity for an individual looking for broad, hands-on experience in the marketing and publicity aspects of an entertainment studio, with great exposure externally and room to grow within a tight-knit organization.

THE AGC CULTURE:

AGC Studios is an entrepreneurial company whose mission is to rapidly build a powerhouse film, television, and digital studio with top tier production, financing and licensing capabilities. To succeed at AGC Studios, each member of the team must exert continuous effort toward achieving these goals not only as individuals, but as a team. Practically, this means that the people we employ make wise decisions, communicate effectively, excel under pressure, are passionate about what we do, and elevate other members of our team by fostering a culture of doing rather than dividing. Our work environment is about moving faster than the competition and is best suited for people who share our values and vision.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with EVP to develop and implement marketing and publicity campaigns and messaging for AGC content from pre-production thru international and domestic releases and on ancillary platforms
• Assist in establishing corporate profile by drafting and placing AGC announcements with key trade press
• Oversee publicity requests such as arranging travel, press schedules and special interview requests and supervise PR agencies as applicable
• Maintain positive relationships with trade and international journalists
• Make recommendations for hiring unit photographers, publicists and epk crews on AGC productions
• Collaborate with US domestic and global partners on social media initiatives to launch materials and content simultaneously and most effectively worldwide
• Coordinate with AGC pr agencies and AGC staff to amplify all AGC social posts
• Create or conform US distributor or producer-delivered marketing assets as needed including key art, trailers, digital assets, TV/radio spots, sales/exhibitor decks and reels
• Liaise with distributors on their individual needs and help facilitate access to materials to meet local deadlines, talent requests, junkets, etc
• Oversee incoming local campaign materials for adherence to contractuals and creative branding
• Liaise with filmmakers and talent representatives to get necessary approvals for sales and marketing materials including artwork/trailers/TV spots and home entertainment materials
• Facilitate and oversee market/festival participation including office design and setup, registration/accreditation, travel and accommodations, screenings and events including writing/creating presentations
• Work with EVP and third party agencies and vendors on creation of materials
• Work with EVP to execute events including sales and corporate events, press days, junkets, premieres and talent touring
• Create, oversee and reconcile budgets for all creative projects and events
• Work with EVP on creation, acquisition and distribution of key publicity materials such as photography, production notes, EPK, generic interviews, tv clips and shout-outs
• Update marketing strategy documents and circulate to distributors
• Assist EVP with all aspects of market/festival participation including office design and setup, registration/accreditation, travel and accommodations, screenings, events 
• Create and send emails to foreign distributors regarding marketing materials, photography, marketing and publicity updates, press breaks, junket and set visit participation, etc.
• Provide support in producing and shipping materials for markets, press days and special events (such as promo reels, long synopses, cast & crew lists, photography and sales kits)
• Proofread sales materials for markets
• Create master schedules and binders for markets
• Update master contact list and individual distributor contact lists for each movie title
• Manage marketing and publicity assets for all AGC content including downloading and filing assets on internal drives
• Provide support in all press junkets, special events, premieres and tours as needed
• Review marketing invoices and submit for processing
• Assist with special projects as designated, specifically, dealing with administrative and coordination issues

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 3 years experience as an entertainment industry Coordinator/Manager
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.) and Photoshop/InDesign
• Willingness to work overtime and be flexible with hours
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Superior communication skills (written and verbal)
• Highly organized and detail oriented
• Strong work ethic
• Self starter with ability to follow through with minimal supervision
• Bachelor’s degree 

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