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Administrative Assistant

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Media & Journalism
  • New York
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need a bachelor's degree, 1-3 years of experience, proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel, strong organizational skills, and knowledge of the entertainment industry preferred.
  • You will provide administrative support, manage calendars, handle finances, oversee subscriptions, maintain contacts, monitor inboxes, and assist with travel and events for the communications team.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • 1-3 years of relevant work experience
  • Proficient in Outlook, Word, Excel
  • Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
  • Team player and leader with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Can exercise a high level of discretion with confidential and sensitive information
  • Knowledge of entertainment industry and/or corporate communications and PR is preferred
  • Ability to work various events and travel as necessary

Responsibilities

  • Provide day-to-day administrative support, calendar and travel management to the Chief Communications Officer as well as EVP - Corporate Communications and SVPs - Publicity.
  • Handle the department’s financial administration including corporate card and invoice processing and reconciliation, monthly accrual reports and vendor paperwork and setup across all functions: Corporate Communications, Corporate Marketing, DEI, Publicity, Talent and Awards.
  • Oversight/management of the department’s publication subscriptions and renewals.
  • Collect and maintain current contact information and distribution lists for press contacts, publicists, managers, agents, etc.
  • Distribute company press releases.
  • Monitor department email inboxes including but not limited to AMC Networks Press Center and AMCNetworks.com webmaster and administer Press Center access.
  • Manage employee access to company SVOD services.
  • Maintain department office supplies and resources.
  • Maintain department record-keeping including company calendar and event scheduling, award submissions and recognitions, executive bios, etc.
  • Assist with schedule building, talent travel, journalist interaction, press clips management and other miscellaneous tasks as needed by various departments.

FAQs

What is the main focus of the Administrative Assistant position at AMC Networks?

The main focus is to provide administrative support for publicity, internal communications, corporate marketing efforts, and various day-to-day administrative tasks within the Corporate Communications team.

What are the key responsibilities of this role?

Key responsibilities include providing administrative support to executives, managing financial administration for the department, handling press releases, maintaining contact lists, managing email inboxes, overseeing office supplies, and assisting with various tasks related to publicity and corporate communications.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor's degree and 1-3 years of relevant work experience are required, along with proficiency in Outlook, Word, and Excel, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to handle confidential information.

Is knowledge of the entertainment industry or corporate communications preferred?

Yes, knowledge of the entertainment industry and/or corporate communications and PR is preferred for this role.

What is the work schedule for this position?

The position has a 4-day per week in-office requirement, with the flexibility to work from home one day per week.

What is the base salary range for this Administrative Assistant position?

The base compensation range for this position is $45,000 to $52,000, commensurate with experience.

What benefits are offered to employees at AMC Networks?

AMC Networks offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, a 401k Plan, a Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave, and Adoption Services, among other options.

How does AMC Networks approach diversity and nondiscrimination in hiring?

AMC Networks is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in its employment and personnel practices, considering applicants for all employment without regard to various protected characteristics.

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Entertainment & Media
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1980
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

AMC Networks is the ultimate destination for mold breaking, genre defying, and premier storytelling. Operating in over 125 countries worldwide, we’re the global leader in targeted subscription streaming and home to iconic and fan-favorite brands across television, independent film, production, distribution, gaming, and publishing. Our brands include targeted streaming services AMC+, Acorn TV, Shudder, Sundance Now, ALLBLK, and the anime-focused HIDIVE streaming service, in addition to AMC, BBC AMERICA, IFC, SundanceTV, WE tv and IFC Films. We also operate AMC Studios, our in-house studio, production and distribution operation, AMC Networks International, our international programming business, and 25/7 Media, our production services business. We’re behind some of the most celebrated and acclaimed original content in television and film history, from pantheon-level TV series Mad Men, Breaking Bad, and Better Call Saul to Academy Award-winning independent dramas like Boyhood, to the biggest drama series on cable for over ten years, The Walking Dead, and so much more. We have a long history of building loyal and engaged fan communities, creating new formats, delivering new experiences, generating buzz, and we work hard every day to bring new and innovative stories and ideas to life.