UTA seeks an Events Assistant to join the company’s Global Corporate Communications department. The ideal candidate will bring previous events experience and should also demonstrate a strong passion for the entertainment business and artists, high-level attention to detail, a commitment to excellence, and the ability to navigate shifting situations and last-minute changes. Required skills include excellent organizational capabilities and the ability to manage multiple projects at once and thrive in a project-heavy, fast-paced environment.

This is a full-time position with benefits and will pay $24 per hour.

What You Will Do

Administrative duties include answering phones, heavy meeting and schedule coordination, heavy email correspondence, travel coordination and managing and tracking any and all expenses and invoices associated with events and the department made on the purchasing and T&E card
Assist and collaborate with the Vice President of Events and events team to maintain and track all event logistics including but not limited to: facilities, staffing, catering, valet, and outside vendor management
Assist in high volume execution of onsite, offsite and virtual events including but not limited to: scheduling and participating in event planning meetings, drafting content for and coordinating approval of event invitations, sending invitations to internal and external parties, drafting talking points/introductions, tracking RSVPs, gathering information for and drafting run of shows, compiling guest lists and talent face sheets, and checking in guests
Serve as a representative and point of contact at events on-site, off-site and virtually
Must exhibit strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills and exude a positive attitude and demeanor especially when interfacing with internal and external guests which will include agency partners, high-profile clients, managers, publicists and other executives
Maintain the master events list and screening room calendar and actively communicate with the appropriate teams to constantly provide real time updates in relation to events and other bookings. Compile weekly events calendar communications to distribute to appropriate teams
Create, update, and maintain external party lists for tentpole events within the entertainment industry
Track overall budget on all onsite and offsite events
Develop and maintain positive relationships with all internal departments and key stakeholders
Assist with special projects, research new venues and vendors and compile vendor information as needed
Ability to adjust to working various longer hours over a consistent period to cover screenings, receptions and other on-campus events and tentpole events

What You Will Need

Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred
1+ years’ experience in event planning/management (particularly in a creative/entertainment industry)
Strong Project Management skills
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint, InDesign, Photoshop, Keynote)
General business knowledge and interest in the media and entertainment business
Ability to be self-sufficient and make appropriate judgment calls on catering, décor, and general event needs

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What You Will Get

The unique and exciting opportunity to work at one of a leading global entertainment companies
Access to the tools, leadership, and resources you will need to create and drive a center of excellence
The opportunity to do the best work of your career
Work in an inclusive and diverse company culture
Competitive programs to support your well-being
Experience working in a collaborative environment with room to grow

About UTA

UTA is a premier global talent agency built for the future of media and entertainment. The agency's diversified platform and best-in-class, client-first approach is innovative, collaborative, and positioned to lead in an evolving market. UTA represents the most celebrated artists, creatives, and brands, from icons and legends to next-generation talent. Its integrated capabilities span film and television, music, comedy, creators, sports, brands, news, publishing, speakers, theater, and more. It is based in Los Angeles with offices in the U.S., London, and Munich.

For more information: https://www.unitedtalent.com/about/

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