WME is seeking an assistant to two senior Business Affairs Executives (including the Head of BA for TV Scripted) at WME, a global talent agency. Though this is an assistant-level position, there will be opportunity for the right candidate to engage in meaningful work and training relating to agency clients, from deal negotiations to long form contracts. The ideal candidate has a demonstrated interest in the television or motion picture business, including in the operations of a business affairs department, some familiarity with entertainment contracts, and an insatiable desire to learn more.
The job includes basic administrative assistant work (rolling calls, maintaining calendars, tracking projects, and preparing and maintaining client files) – but the right candidate also will be open to assisting with substantive work under the direction of the executives they report to. Exact scope of responsibility will depend on the candidate’s experience and demonstrated capabilities. This is a unique opportunity for anyone interested in learning about business affairs at a major agency.
Duties will include:
- Being tuned in and present on all phone calls as requested
- Tracking and coordinating emails and deal negotiations
- Reviewing agreements and deal terms with an eye toward learning the business
- Research tasks, including deal precedent and guild requirements
- Basic administrative duties
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree
- JD highly preferred
- Demonstrated interest in entertainment business and legal affairs
- Comfortable in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to multitask and handle workflow from two executives simultaneously
- Responsiveness in communication and attention to detail
- A flexible personality and positive attitude
- Strong organizational skills
- Professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality
- 1 year of professional experience preferred, ideally including contract and/or music/entertainment experience
Per local requirements and in the interest of transparency, the rate shown below reflects the prevalent current hiring range for this position. Hiring pay rates are based on a number of factors, including location and may vary depending on job-related qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. The company strives to provide locally competitive rewards packages, which include base rate along with, as applicable, short- and long-term incentives, growth and developmental opportunities, and robust benefits, such as health care, retirement, vacation and other paid time off, and additional offerings.
Hiring Rate Minimum:
$15.75 hourly (minimum will not fall below the applicable state/local minimum wage thresholds)Hiring Rate Maximum:
$21.00 hourlyWME is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief.Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- Demonstrated interest in the entertainment business and legal affairs
- Comfort working in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to multitask and manage workflow for two executives simultaneously
- Responsiveness in communication and attention to detail
- Flexible personality and positive attitude
- Strong organizational skills
- Professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality
- One year of professional experience, ideally including contract or music/entertainment experience
WME Group, LLC (d.b.a. WME) Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about WME Group, LLC (d.b.a. WME) and has not been reviewed or approved by WME Group, LLC (d.b.a. WME).
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Parental & Family Support — Family benefits are described as expansive, including up to 18 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents, 12 weeks for non-birthing parents, and up to $50,000 for fertility and family-planning services when enrolled in an Aetna plan. Feedback suggests lactation resources and dependent-care FSAs further strengthen support for caregivers.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is portrayed as flexible and generous, featuring unlimited vacation, eight sick days, nine company holidays, two floating holidays, and three volunteer days. Feedback suggests the breadth is attractive even though practical usage may depend on team norms.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is outlined as robust, with four Aetna medical options (including an HSA plan with up to $1,000 employer contribution), dental and vision plans, telemedicine, and FSAs/HSA. Wellness access such as a 24/7 EAP, therapy resources, and discounted fitness programs adds to the package.
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What We Do
WME (The WME Group) is a leading talent and media agency representing artists, creators and brands across film, television, music, theater, books and digital media. The company provides talent representation, content services and brand partnerships and — through its IMG and related businesses — operates major sports, events and media rights businesses globally. WME positions itself as an advocate and connector between talent and global audiences.
