Administrative Assistant, Production Dev

Company Description

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('SpinCo') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

The Administrative Assistant will provide administrative support to the Director, Production Development for Universal Pictures. This position requires managing day-to-day administrative functions and support, and secondarily, to support the executive by reading and providing opinions on materials. Ideal candidates should be acutely detail oriented, have a passion for films, screenplays and books, and possess an expansive worldview. 

Responsibilities: 

• Schedule meeting requests and manage calendar  

• Track and keep updated records of incoming submissions, project drafts, samples, and production materials 

• Roll calls and manage a record of incoming and outgoing calls and all office correspondence  

• Process expense reports in a timely manner 

• Arrange travel, schedule, and all accommodations for the executive for film festivals, premieres, and more  

• Act as a liaison for the executive with all internal and external offices 

• Manage and draft lists of filmmakers, writers, and talent for current projects  

• Read and provide opinions on incoming submissions and project drafts 

• Provide general support for other administrative duties and execute professional and personal needs as assigned  

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications: 

• Experience working in an administrative capacity for a production company, agency, management company, or studio  

• Previous experience with development as well as familiarity with major film agents, agencies, writers, and directors 

Desired Qualifications 

• An excellent project manager and task manager; Highly organized, ability to home in on the details and juggle multiple projects and tasks at once  

• Excellent communicator with strong writing and verbal skills 

• Comfort with and excitement for reading scripts, books, and other materials and providing analysis, as well as viewing films and other visual samples and providing written analysis 

• Strong drive and self-motivation, a self-starter who does not need close supervision 

• Solid judgment and discretion to be able to make quick judgments and to protect the confidentiality of sensitive information 

Additional Requirements:

• ​​​​​​​Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.
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• 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: $45,000-60,000