The Company
WME
WME is the world’s preeminent talent agency. With over 125 years of experience, WME enables artists,athletesand brands to grow their businesses,leveragethe full potential of their intellectual property, and bring projects to life that define the cultural landscape. WME’sexpertisespans books, comedy, digital media, fashion, film, food, licensing, music, sports, television, theatre, and more. Headquartered in Beverly Hills, WME’s office locations include Australia, Chicago, China, London, Miami, Nashville, and New York. WME is part of WME Group, a global network of businesses thatrepresentthe world’s leading talent, intellectualpropertyand brands. For more information, please visit www.wmeagency.com.
The Role
The Brand Partnership team focus across WME’s entire roster to help create brand relationships. A deal can be anywhere from a social media post to securing sweat equity ina new startup. The assistant role isfast-paced.
Key responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to:
Handling a high volume of email traffic
Understanding of platforms to collect clients’ demographics and analytics
Handlinglogistics to execute a closed dealand sometimes shoots
Compiling information in department and agent’s tracking systemsthroughout the year, keeping these up to dateon a daily basis.
Proficient in creating client materials and listsfor pitching purposes
In-depth research projects for agents asrequired
Reporting at weekly meetings on active deals and briefs
Preparing information for internal and client meetings
Liaising directly with clients and their wider teams where necessary to arrange meetings, shootlogisticsetc
Act as the primary contact for gifting and event opportunities for specific clients on agents’ roster
Keeping track of payments for all agent’s booked jobs and liaising with internal and external accounting teams to send invoices, track payment timelines and ensure funds are received and sent to clients
Reporting and regularly updating trackers
Occasionally managing deal flow end-to-end and ensuring any required content is delivered to buyers on time, leading on approvals processes and ensuring comms between buyer and agent is streamlined
Organising agent’s diary andat times also thelogisticsand bookingsforworktravel purposes
Other ad hoc duties as they arise
The Person
The ideal candidate will be professional, presentable, and passionate about the brand partnership space. They willdemonstrate exceptional organisation and communication skills and will understand the importance of excellent client service and absolute discretion. They will have a long-term interest in a career in entertainment industry, as well aspossessing:
A hard-working, extra-mile attitude compatible with this fast-paced, high-energy business
A willingness to learn quickly andassistwhereverrequiredwith a positive attitude at all times
Exceptional organisation and time management , quickprioritisationand an initiative-taking, problem-solving attitude
Sensitivity to the needs of creative clients –previousbrand experience is desirableand a base understanding of the brand partnerships world
Confidence working with MS Officeon a daily basis, with a strong grasp of numbers
Absolute confidentiality and discretionat all times. All WME employeesare required tosign a confidentiality agreement
WME 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.
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