Associate, Strategic Development

Job Description Who We Are 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, licensing, 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.

The Role CAA is seeking an Associate based in Los Angeles for a unique and highly visible position at the company.  The candidate will report to the Head of Consumer Investing, sitting in the Strategic Development group, joining a small group of professionals with backgrounds in media & technology, consulting, investment banking and private equity, who serve as in-house advisors to CAA’s executive leadership.

Sitting within the Strategic Development group, this candidate will work specifically alongside various departments within the organization that focus on our clients’ work with consumer brands.  This Associate will work closely with clients and colleagues – evaluating opportunities, conducting due diligence, structuring deals, etc. – as well as with peers across the consumer brand ecosystem, identifying and sourcing opportunities relevant opportunities.

Responsibilities Conduct due diligence and execute investment opportunities

Build financial models, including bottoms-up financial statements and valuation analyses

Create and present investment, strategy and deal memos & analysis

Conduct sector analyses, including market sizing, competitive landscape and trends

Perform other critical tasks as directed

Qualifications2+ years of work experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate strategy or similar roles (with direct experience in consumer brand, consumer retail and/or CPG)
Interest in the media, entertainment and sports industries and a passion to learn

Understanding of and interest in pop-culture and trends

Strong financial modeling skills for highly quantitative analyses

Independent thinker with a point of view on the risks and rewards of new investment opportunities and strategic initiatives

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Attention to detail in all deliverables

Strong work ethic with a high level of responsiveness

Ability to manage deadlines with a high level of responsibility and autonomy

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics or a related discipline preferred

Location

This role will be hybrid, located in our Los Angeles office

Compensation

The annual base salary range for this position is as follows:
Los Angeles, CA $115,000 to $135,000. This position is also eligible for benefits and a discretionary bonus. Ultimately, the salary may vary based upon factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in the role, business sector, and geographic location, among other criteria. Please talk with a CAA Recruiter to learn more. Benefits At CAA, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits
* package for all regular full-time employees:

Benefits where the company pays 80%-100% of the cost include:
Medical,Basic Life and AD&D Insurance Telemedicine Employee assistance and mental health counseling in person, virtually or through text Paid Vacation / Holidays Paid Sick Time Paid Parental Leave and Other Paid Leaves of…