Agent Assistant, Below the Line (BTL) - New York office

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 – has earned an unrivaled legacy in Hollywood. In 2023, an equity investment from Crestview Partners signaled a new era for the agency, beginning a global expansion plan.

The Gersh Agency seeks an efficient, multi-tasking Assistant for the Feature/Television division in their BTL Production Department. Clients include Award winning producers, cinematographers, production designers, costume designers, and editors. Position is similar to other agency talent or literary assistant positions but with an emphasis on the production aspect of the business.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage a high volume of emails and phone calls from clients, producers, production company and studio executives/staff, and accounting departments
• Effectively communicate and interact with high-profile clients and executives with utmost professionalism
• Ability to make sound decisions efficiently and effectively using critical thinking and practical approaches
• Generate client deal letters, invoices, and start paperwork
• Send clients script submissions and set client meetings
• Correspond with producers/executives regarding client availability and project submissions
• Update client avails, resumes, and websites
• Communicate deal points to the accounting department through Trust Accounting and assist with payment tracking
• Maintain and update project tracking grid
• Prepare monthly expense reports

JOB REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Handle highly sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion
• Prior talent agency experience is recommended but not required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Superior time management and multi-tasking skills
• Able to work well in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Strong attention to detail and excellent follow-up skills are paramount
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Willingness to make a two-year commitment

PAY RATE: $20/hour

Full-time with Benefits

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a Visa.