Overview
Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is the leading entertainment and sports agency, with global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship sales and endorsements, licensing, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, trademark licensing, and philanthropy. Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAA’s diverse workforce identifies, innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organizations that shape culture and inspire the world. The trailblazer of the agency business, CAA was the first to build a sports business, create an investment bank, launch a venture fund, found technology start-up companies, establish a philanthropic arm, build a business in China, and form a brand marketing services division, among other innovations.
The Role
The assistant works closely with production executives, producers, agents, business affairs, accounting, and other internal teams to ensure HODs are properly set up and cleared to begin work. This is a great desk for someone looking to gain firsthand exposure to the production process, understand how key creative and technical departments operate, and build a strong foundation in the business and logistics behind feature film and television production.
MP Production is looking for someone:
- with strong attention to detail and good organization
- who has great interpersonal skills, and able to work within a team to
- who is able to manage multiple priorities and anticipate needs
- with strong proactive communication skills
- who is self-motivated to manage high & rapid volume
Responsibilities
- Confidentially handle client’s sensitive and personal information
- Have strong customer service and client management skills to service 6 different offices in upkeeping onboarding paperwork for clients
- Track and ensure clients are paid by working closely with accounting
- Handle phone calls with clients and ensure that they are aware of what is needed for onboarding and payroll paperwork, as well as clients’ tax documents
- Read contracts and understand deals to help clients
- Have a general knowledge of payroll systems such as Wrapbook, Smart Start, Cast and Crew, etc.
- Manage administrative duties including handling emails, booking reports, updating contracts and general office management tasks
- Serve as the first point of contact with clients, Agents and Network/Studio Executives
- Track and meticulously maintain grids of data and execute excellent follow-up and follow through
- Assist with clients that are starting on projects, research, and compiling information as needed
- Stay up to date on current events within the entertainment landscape, especially as it relates to Motion Pictures and Television
- Maintain filing system and organization for the MP Production department
Qualifications
- Minimum of 10 months of professional administrative or equivalent experience
- Ability to work well in fast-paced environments; meet tight deadlines; lead multiple projects and expectations; maintain a sharp focus while handling competing priorities; ability to work well under pressure
- Attention to detail, strong organization and problem-solving skills are a must
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, while understanding the importance of maintaining confidentiality
- Strong command of the Microsoft Office suite, especially Word, Excel and Teams
- Ability to anticipate needs and execute time-sensitive matters
- Team oriented and able to communicate and collaborate with employees at all levels
- Able to be self-motivated to manage high and rapid volume
- Adept at quickly learning new processes, technology, and ability to assimilate oneself and become familiar with existing systems
- Experience with editing and/or having worked on a set is preferred
- Knowledge of inEntertainment is a plus
Location
On-Site in Los Angeles, CA
Compensation
The base hourly rate for this position is in the range of $20.00-22.00. This position also is eligible for benefits and discretionary bonus. Ultimately, wages may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, business sector, and geographic location, among other criteria. Please talk with a CAA Recruiter to learn more.
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Creative Artists Agency, LLC (the “Company”) is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate on the basis of race (inclusive of traits historically associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, creed, gender or sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, family and medical care leave status, military or veteran status, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, an employee’s or their dependent’s reproductive health decision making (e.g., the decision to use or access a particular drug, device or medical service), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.The absence of a permanent address is not a bar to employment. The Company does not discriminate against individuals based on housing status, including the absence of a fixed address.The Company also complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws with regard to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.CAA does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless they were contractually engaged by CAA to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any such employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the acknowledgement and agreement that CAA will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.Skills Required
- Minimum of 10 months of professional administrative or equivalent experience
- Confidentially handle clients' sensitive and personal information
- Strong command of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams)
- General knowledge of payroll systems such as Wrapbook, Smart Start, Cast and Crew
- Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills; maintain confidentiality
- Attention to detail, strong organization and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work in fast-paced environments, meet tight deadlines, manage multiple priorities
- Ability to anticipate needs and execute time-sensitive matters; self-motivated
- Team-oriented with ability to communicate and collaborate with employees at all levels
- Experience with editing and/or having worked on a set
- Knowledge of inEntertainment
Creative Artists Agency Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Creative Artists Agency and has not been reviewed or approved by Creative Artists Agency.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is considered robust, including medical, dental, and vision, with HSA/FSA options available. Feedback suggests this core coverage stands out as a strong element of the package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off includes paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, and a late‑December company shutdown. Feedback suggests this shutdown meaningfully boosts practical time away from work.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Unique industry access—such as screenings, event tickets, and on‑site showcases—adds meaningful lifestyle value. Everyday perks like casual atmosphere, drinks, and parking are also cited as positives.
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What We Do
Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is the leading entertainment and sports agency, with global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship sales and endorsements, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, trademark licensing, and philanthropy. Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAA’s diverse workforce identifies, innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organizations that shape culture and inspire the world. The trailblazer of the agency business, CAA was the first to build a sports business, create an investment bank, launch a venture fund, found technology start-up companies, establish a philanthropic arm, build a business in China, and form a brand marketing services division, among other innovations. Named Most Valuable Sports Agency by Forbes for eight consecutive years, CAA represents more than 2,000 of the world’s top athletes in football, baseball, basketball, hockey, soccer, in addition to coaches, on-air broadcasters, and sports personalities and works in the areas of broadcast rights, corporate marketing initiatives, social impact, and sports properties for sales and sponsorship opportunities. Founded in 1975, CAA is headquartered in Los Angeles, and has offices in New York, Nashville, Memphis, Chicago, Miami, London, Munich, Geneva, Stockholm, Shanghai, and Beijing, among other locations globally. For more information, please visit www.caa.com.
