Job Description:

Gersh has been a force in the entertainment industry since its founding in 1949. With a commitment to excellence and hands-on representation, Gersh - a full-service agency with over 300 staff, including more than 130 agents - is the oldest agency in Hollywood. In 2023, an equity investment from Crestview Partners signaled a new era for the agency, beginning a global expansion plan.We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented assistant in New York to support the Head of our Books & Media Rights Department. They represent authors, filmmakers, screenwriters, journalists, estates, and other forms of intellectual property. You must have 1+ years of experience supporting a busy executive on a desk in an administrative function with strong editorial skills. This position requires a high level of organization and is extremely fast paced.Please note: the position is on-site in our NYC office, 5 daysweek.RESPONSIBILITIES:• High volume of reading and critically evaluating material.• Administrative support including phone management, calendar management, expense reports, and travel arrangements.• Client management including processing payments, tracking contracts, and scheduling appointments.• Drafting email correspondences, sending submissions, and tracking incomingoutgoing material.• Interface with clients, managers, film producers, and studio executives in a professional manner.QUALIFICATIONS:• An avid reader with a strong interest in the BooksLiterary Packaging space.• Bachelor's degree.• High level of initiative and capable of managing one's time and multiple projects simultaneously.• Excellent writtenverbal communication and interpersonal skills.• Positive attitude, highly organized, and ability to work well under pressure.• This position will require overtime.