Executive Assistant & Visual Strategist

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 8:00 AM

The L.A. Times Studios LLC vision is to be the premier studio for groundbreaking and impactful storytelling, setting high standards for excellence in content creation and production. We push the boundaries of traditional media, exploring new formats and platforms to reach diverse and global audiences. By championing innovative ideas and diverse voices, we aspire to create a more connected world through storytelling and events supported by robust revenue streams from advertising sales, branded content, event production, products and business development.

Join a team of creative, collaborative and innovative professionals, apply today using the link below.

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer Dotted Line: Head of Public Relations

We are seeking a highly strategic, visually fluent, and operationally sharp Executive Assistant and Visual Strategist to operate at the intersection of executive leadership, communications, and design. This role serves as the communications and administrative leader to the CEO, translating complex scientific and operational information into clear, compelling visual and written materials that support executive decision‑making, stakeholder engagement, and organizational alignment.

This is not a traditional executive assistant role. It is a hybrid position combining executive partnership, high‑level project coordination, scientific communication, and visual storytelling. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable managing confidential executive logistics as they are building board‑ready presentations or synthesizing technical content into strategic narratives.

If you thrive in fast‑paced, high‑visibility environments and enjoy transforming complexity into clarity, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape executive communication at the highest level.

• Serve as the primary gatekeeper and strategic partner to the CEO, exercising sound judgment when prioritizing access, inquiries, and communications.
• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality regarding intellectual property, executive communications, and business strategy.
• Strategically manage and optimize the CEO’s calendar to align with high‑priority scientific, operational, and business objectives.
• Prepare comprehensive meeting materials, including agendas, briefing documents, stakeholder research, and executive summaries to ensure informed decision‑making.

• Lead the development of high‑impact executive presentations using PowerPoint, InDesign, and Canva, translating complex scientific and technical content into clear, professional visual narratives.
• Draft, edit, and synthesize scientific and operational communications, including executive correspondence, grant updates, and internal memoranda.
• Convert detailed technical materials into concise executive summaries suitable for board, investor, and cross‑functional audiences.
• Manage and maintain a centralized library of visual assets, templates, and presentation materials to ensure brand consistency and accessibility.

• Partner closely with the Head of PR to ensure executive communications are aligned, accurate, and strategically timed.
• Serve as a liaison between the CEO’s office and cross‑functional teams including PR, R&D, Marketing, Legal, and Operations.
• Optimize workflows and administrative processes to improve efficiency and information flow across departments.
• Identify operational bottlenecks and implement scalable systems and process improvements.
• Manage executive initiatives and special projects by tracking timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder coordination.

• Manage high‑priority communications, scheduling, and project coordination in a fast‑paced, high‑confidentiality environment.
• Translate complex scientific and operational information into clear written and visual communications.
• Prepare executive materials under tight timelines while maintaining accuracy and discretion.
• Coordinate…