DreamWorks - Administrative Assistant, TV Casting

Dream Works Animation is looking for more adventurous dreamers who shoot for the moon. We tell stories about the journeys our unconventional heroes take to make dreams come true. As a growth-minded studio, we pride ourselves on being one of the world's leading producers of high-quality, award-winning, animated films and series, reaching consumers around the globe. We push to feel more, laugh more, and build immersive new worlds.

Dream Works creates a diverse array of original content in a variety of formats, delivering compelling stories with unique characters. We place tremendous value on the experiences our talent brings to the table from their own non-traditional paths to success. We believe in frequent communication and that transparency and trust yield the best work. We are a community of artists, technologists, innovators, and creators, who are passionate about animation and also happen to love eating lunch together.

Dream Works Animation TV Casting is seeking a proactive, organized and efficient individual who is interested in working in casting and talent relations for animated television shows.

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"What would you say you do here?"

+ Handle multiple phone lines and daily communication with internal and external partners, agents, etc.  (Take messages, check voicemail, etc.)

+ Manage a dynamic, high-volume calendar, including internal and external meetings.

+ Organize travel arrangements and manage expense reports.

+ Prepare meeting agendas and materials, as well as plan events.

+ Provide office admin support including supply orders and arrange for maintenance.

+ Update Administrative Documents, i.e. contact sheets

+ Draft exhibit G's, Taft Hartley's, and SAG Cast Lists.

+ Assist with script breakdowns and line counts.

+ Source actor voice samples.

+ Attend records as needed for production and marketing.

+ Maintain and organize digital files for Auditions and talent clips.

+ Maintain Casting Lists

+ Communicate with agencies

+ Schedule casting meetings with productions, executives and other partners.

"What do I need to have in order to do this job?"

+ Previous experience in a casting office environment

+ Strong organizational skills, focus and follow-through

+ High-level attention to detail and ability to multi-task in fast paced environment

+ Strong writing skills

+ Superb communication skills (oral and written) with a confident, concise and clear manner

+ Must display ability to maintain confidential/sensitive information

+ Strong working knowledge of applications including Google Mail and Docs, Word, Excel and Adobe

"What can I offer?"

+ Bachelor's Degree in  related field

+ Experience in the entertainment industry is a plus

+ Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines

+ Self-motivated

Hybrid:
This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $47,500 - $60,000

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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