Who we are
Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is the world’s leading full service entertainment, media, and sports agency. We represent many of the most successful professionals working in television, film, music, theatre, video games, sports, and digital content. We also provide a range of strategic and marketing consulting services to corporate clients.
The Role
CAA is seeking an assistant to support a senior agent who works with clients in Motion Picture Talent, TV and Theatre. The assistant will work closely with the agent to provide administrative support, a high level of customer service to current and future clients, problem solving ability, and collaboration. Candidates should be driven, detail-oriented, and extremely organized. Assistants are an important part of the CAA structure, and it is hoped that the successful candidate will have the opportunity to progress along a growth trajectory of becoming an agent within the department.
Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support, including heavy phones, coordinating complex meetings across multiple time zones, calendar management and travel, preparing expense reports, and producing correspondence
- Manage client invoicing and accounting
- Assist with special projects, research, data analysis, and compiling information on current events as needed
- Prepare pitch materials for clients and assist in sending submissions
- Aid in contract negotiations and track contract status
- Keep and update detailed records of correspondence with clients and executives
- Read scripts, attend shows and provide feedback and research within the industry
- Assist in new client discovery, pursuit, and signing
Qualifications
- At least 1 year of full-time experience at an entertainment, film, TV, theatre company or an adjacent industry
- Knowledge and interest in the theatre community
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Teams, Excel, Outlook)
- Must possess strong organizational and communication skills
- Must possess the ability to pay close attention to detail and accuracy
- Must have ability to meet deadlines, and able to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Team oriented and able to work in a fast paced, demanding, ever changing environment
- BA/BS from an accredited University or College or equivalent work experience preferred
Location
- On-Site in New York, NY, United States
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
- At least 1 year of full-time experience in entertainment, film, television, theatre, or an adjacent industry
- Knowledge of and interest in the theatre community
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Teams, Excel, and Outlook
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Team-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced, demanding, changing environment
- BA or BS from an accredited college or university, or equivalent work experience
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.
