The Gersh Agency
Entertainment
[Temp-to-Perm]AgentAssistanttoCo-Head&SeniorPartner,MotionPictureLiterary
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“[Temp-to-Perm] Agent Assistant to Co-Head & Senior Partner, Motion Picture Literary at The Gersh Agency. Skills: Motion Picture Literary, Agent Assistant. Roll calls. Manage calendar”
Industry & Context.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree required, Minimum of 1 year of entertainment work experience, Desire to pursue a career as a Literary Agent, Experience providing script coverage, Must be able to handle highly confidential information with discretion, Must be willing to make a 2-year commitment on the desk
Nice to Have
Prior work experience at a talent agency/management company, An interest in film finance and distribution
What You'll Do.
Schedule appointments
Draft email correspondence
Track client submissions
Manage incoming materials
Manage outgoing materials
Provide script coverage
Coordinate travel domestically
Coordinate travel internationally
Track client payments
Follow up on client payments
How You'll Work.
Communication Scope
Written communication; Verbal communication; Interpersonal skills
Full Job Description
About the company Gersh is a leading global entertainment and sports agency, representing a diverse roster of clients across film, television, sports, theater, comedy, branding, publishing, and digital media. As the fastest-growing major agency, Gersh is respected for its hands-on, client-first approach and commitment to driving innovation and success. Following an equity investment from Crestview Partners in 2023 Gersh has advanced its long-term growth plan, acquiring the Digital and Alternative departments of the A3 Agency, and You First – one of the world’s top sports and entertainment agencies. With clients at the heart of every growth decision, Gersh is harnessing strategic insights and decades of experience to strengthen its resources, empowering clients to realize success across all areas of the media landscape. About the role Gersh is seeking a Temp-to-Perm Assistant to the Senior Partner & Co-Head of Motion Picture Literary. NOTE: This is a 3-month temp assignment, with the potential to become a permanent role. Prior work experience at a talent agency/management company is preferred, though not required. Candidates must have a passion for film, a strong awareness of the independent film landscape, and script coverage experience. The ideal candidate is someone with meticulous attention to detail and experience supporting an executive in the entertainment industry. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to become a literary agent and is looking for career growth in the future. Candidates must be resourceful, work well under pressure, and possess a high level of initiative. This position is fully on-site (5 days/week) at our Beverly Hills office. Responsibilities Rolling calls, managing calendar and scheduling appointments (across multiple time zones). Drafting email correspondence, tracking client submissions, and managing incoming/outgoing materials. Provide script coverage. Contacting key players across the entertainment industry. Manage exp
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