Executive Assistant in Broadcasting

Key Responsibilities:

• Serving as initial point of contact for all communication with internal personnel and external contacts
• Dealing with confidential information, and prioritizing enquiries and requests
• Managing complex calendars and schedules
• Coordinating travel and accommodation arrangements including flight/ground transportation, as well as troubleshooting any problems that may arise
• Handling all logistical arrangements for meetings including set up, A/V, catering and guests as required
• Ad-hoc tasks and special projects as requested (sending gifts, dinner reservations, seasonal communications etc.)

 

Competencies:

• Positive "can-do" attitude and adept at interacting with people across all levels of the business and beyond
• Enjoys multi-tasking, organizing, and providing top level customer service
• Self-starter, able to work independently with minimal instruction
• High level of reliability, including ability to respond to occasional afterhours or weekend requests
• Understands the importance of discretion and maintains confidentiality of all sensitive matters
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office or similar software

 

Education and Experience:

• Required: high school diploma with 1-4 years of professional experience supporting senior-level executives in a fast-paced business
• Nice to have: Bachelor's degree and an interest in national news, politics, and current affairs