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NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit for more information.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Job Description

Here at Universal’s Filmed Entertainment Group, we bring our campaigns to life by weaving innovation and creativity into our marketing strategies. The Los Angeles based Global Publicity team is seeking an Administrative Assistant who is passionate about film and entertainment and eager to thrive in the fast-paced, exciting world of publicity. This role is an integral part of the Global Publicity team, focused on supporting talent and filmmaker relations and helping bring various elements of marketing campaigns to life.

The Administrative Assistant will be responsible for managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and handling travel arrangements for the SVP and VP of Global Publicity, as well as supporting the broader team with ad hoc requests.

• Handle all aspects of accounting and finance, including vendor registration, PO creation, and reconciliation of P-Cards and invoices
• Arrange and manage all filmmaker and talent travel logistics, including commercial flights, private jets, hotels, greeters, cars, and integration into territory tour schedules
• Coordinate talent logistics for premieres, junkets, and award ceremonies, including hiring and negotiating rates with hair and makeup artists, managing hospitality, and handling talent on-site
• Create and edit talent and filmmaker schedules, ensuring accuracy and alignment with travel and event timelines
• Acquire visas for filmmakers and talent when needed, working with consulates and travel teams to meet deadlines
• Organize and staff screenings for press, talent, representatives, charities, and tastemakers, including securing tech, press lists, security, parking, and concessions
• Create, organize, and distribute press breaks, publicity reports, review summaries, and screening reactions to filmmakers and internal executives
• Compile and send out broadcast tune-ins internally and externally to filmmakers
• Manage team calendars and event documentation, including film calendars, quote docs, review docs, reaction memos, screening memos, distro lists, contact sheets, status reports, and festival documents
• Coordinate meetings and interviews, including booking conference rooms, setting up A/V, connecting phone or Zoom interviews, and distributing notes or recordings
• Create and maintain budget grids and breakdowns for assigned titles, track changes, and keep the SVP informed of film budget status
• Create and distribute embargo forms for international screenings and events, including junkets and content days

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• 1+ years of experience in the entertainment industry
• Working knowledge of Microsoft based software: Outlook, Word and Excel
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends with short notice and be flexible with hours

Desired Characteristics:

• Experience working with multiple clients, departments, etc.
• Strong written and communication skills at all levels
• Flexibility to maintain ever-changing schedules and itineraries
• Extremely detailed oriented and organized
• Able to work well under pressure and be flexible in an ever-changing environment
• 4-year college degree in marketing or related field is preferred 

Additional Requirements:

This position has been designated as hybrid, which currently requires contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time. 

Salary Range: $58,000 - $62,000 hourly paid (not bonus eligible)

Additional Information

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.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.

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