Administrative Assistant, Events, Focus Features

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Role Summary

Job Description

This position will support the Focus Features Events department with a variety of projects such as promotions, communications, social media, on-lot event coordination/execution, and industry research. Additionally, assist with any projects as needed by management.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist Special Event staff in coordination of on-lot events
• Build and maintain relationships with on-lot Studio Operations departments and outside vendors
• Assist with executing Studio Operations Marketing and Communications strategies
• Assist with gathering information for collateral, newsletters, power point presentations
• Assist with accommodating press and photo shoots
• Provide support to the departments on projects as needed

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree (degree in media, journalism or communications is preferred)
• Minimum of 1-year direct publicity experience (at an agency, studio or network)
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently on assigned projects

Eligibility Requirements

• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV online to be considered
• Available to travel and work overtime, and on weekends as necessary for our events
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Program
• Must be willing to adhere to all Company COVID-19 workplace safety policies and protocols.
• In select work settings or where jurisdictionally mandated, must submit an attestation disclosing your COVID-19 vaccination status and be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or adhere to enhanced protocols.

Desired Characteristics

• Motivated self-starter who is comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Prior experience working on film publicity and awards campaigns
• Working knowledge of specialty and independent films
• A genuine love and affection for film and global pop culture
• Working knowledge of trends in social media landscape
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced, time sensitive environment

Salary range: $45,000-$55,000: not bonus and Long-Term Incentive eligible

This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

Additional Information

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