Sr Executive Assistant

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.

The Opportunity: 

The Sr Executive Assistant to the President of Mattel Studios and Chief Content Officer provides high-level administrative and operational support in a fast-paced entertainment environment. This role requires exceptional organizational, communication, and multitasking skills to manage complex scheduling, stakeholder coordination, event logistics, and confidential materials across Mattel Studios.

What Your Impact Will Be: 

Executive Support & Scheduling

• Manage a rapidly changing calendar, including high-volume internal and external meetings.
• Schedule recurring meetings with department heads, ELT members, and external partners.
• Coordinate extensive domestic and international travel arrangements, including logistics and itineraries.
• Handle phone and correspondence management on behalf of the CCO.
• Prepare and process expense reports and department budgets.

Communication & Presentation Management

• Draft, edit, and coordinate presentation decks for internal and external audiences (e.g., investor meetings, conferences, brand/franchise updates).
• Liaise with Legal, Communications, and Creative teams to ensure message and asset alignment.
• Support media appearances and speaking engagements with scheduling, prep materials, and coordination of all logistics.

Event & Production Coordination

• Organize and execute Mattel Studios events (offsites, premieres, industry events, charity functions, awards shows).
• Oversee logistics such as venue booking, catering, AV setup, materials preparation, and guest coordination.
• Manage screenings and creative partner events, including travel, ticketing, and hospitality.

Project & Departmental Support

• Maintain and distribute the Mattel Studios project slate and film/TV development trackers.
• Track and distribute scripts and creative assets across production stages.
• Coordinate submissions and communications with industry executives, agencies, and partners.
• Support onboarding of new team members and liaise with People & Culture, Facilities, and IT.
• Manage vendor setup and payments through COUPA.
• Handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum 5+ years of experience supporting senior executives in entertainment or related industries.
• Strong knowledge of the entertainment landscape and key industry players.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and presentation design tools.
• Excellent organizational, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities under pressure with professionalism and discretion.
• Flexible schedule to accommodate shifting deadlines and event needs.

*The pay range is indicative of projected hiring range, however base pay will be determined based on a candidate’s work location, skills and experience. Mattel offers competitive total pay programs, comprehensive benefits, and resources to help empower a culture where every employee can reach their full potential. 

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Join Mattel's Talent Community and start receiving exciting updates about our company, our employees, and our culture. Also, interested in signing up for job alerts? Do so here!

How We Work:
We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:

• We collaborate: Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
• We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
• We execute: We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

Who We Are:
Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Mattel’s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more.

Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers.

Mattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran and protected veteran status, disability status, and or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.

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