Walt Disney Studios is seeking an Executive Assistant to provide administrative support to Senior Vice President, Music Business Affairs/Legal Counsel in day-to-day activities with regards to the negotiation and documentation of domestic and international film music talent contracts and studio-wide administrative music rights including, but not limited to, processing and creation of contracts and correspondence, contract review, summarizing and tracking contractual rights and approvals, data base entry and organizing, scanning and filing of all paperwork and digital correspondence. Position may also support additional personnel on the team as needed.
Position will be full time position with a current hybrid schedule of no less than four days per week in-office and one day per week remote. A successful candidate will be equally effective in office environment or remote.
Responsibilities:
Preparation of documents including editing, redlining, filing and distribution of talent deals and assorted other agreements supporting the creation of motion pictures, streaming productions and other miscellaneous projects
Handle correspondence; oversee DocuSign processing of agreements for signature, obtain required tax forms and employment eligibility forms for talent
Schedule and maintain Senior VPs calendar
Prepare expense reports
Maintain organized, up-to-date legal files, both digital and paper
Respond to emails
Photocopying, scanning, general office duties
Ability to trouble-shoot computer software problems and interface with the computer help desk
Assist with preparation of simple summaries of contracts and rights and use of music assets.
Assist with special projects (including tracking rights, payments and intellectual property uses) as needed
Basic Qualifications:
2+ years administrative legal experience in the motion picture, TV industry, with emphasis on music legal preferred
PC knowledge Microsoft Word/Outlook/Adobe (current versions), Excel a plus
Strong attention to detail and follow-through skills
Strong organizational and filing skills
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills to assure successful interaction with all levels of employees and external contacts
Ability to effectively and professionally interface with high level executives, clients, business associates and employees
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information
Ability to exercise good judgment and use discretion
Ability to work with limited supervision,
A self-starter with ability to anticipate issues and proactively problem solve
Proven experience in multi-tasking and working with multiple people and priorities
Ability to manage time wisely and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment
Enthusiastic attitude and sense of curiosity balanced with patience and strong work ethic
Preferred Qualifications:
SAP and NetDocs experience desired
Preferred Education:
Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience
The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $58,700 to $78,600 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidates geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.