Assistant, Content & Acquisitions at Fox Corporation

Los Angeles, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jan, 26

Salary

26.0

Posted On

01 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Organizational Skills, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Attention To Detail, Team Player, Administrative Support, Scheduling, Travel Arrangements, Content Strategy, Sales Support, Script Reading, Presentation Creation, Collaboration, Flexibility, Time Management, Problem Solving

Industry

Media Production

Description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY FOX Entertainment With a legacy spanning more than 35 years, FOX Entertainment is one of the world’s most recognizable media brands and a prolific content producer across its iconic broadcast network and both owned and third-party streaming platforms. Known for its independent, innovative spirit and provocative, groundbreaking storytelling, the company was reinvented in 2019 with the formation of FOX Entertainment. While maintaining its leadership in broadcast television (9-1-1: Lone Star, The Simpsons, The Cleaning Lady, Hell’s Kitchen, LEGO Masters), the company is actively building a portfolio of businesses and library of owned original content. To date, FOX Entertainment’s long-term growth strategy has included the acquisitions of award-winning animation studio Bento Box Entertainment (Bob’s Burgers, The Great North, Krapopolis, Grimsburg), entertainment platform TMZ, and global production studio MarVista Entertainment (The Way Home, Rescuing Christmas), as well as the formation of the culinary and lifestyle content venture Studio Ramsay Global (Next Level Chef, Gordon Ramsay’s Food Stars) in partnership with Gordon Ramsay. The company also established its in-house unscripted studio FOX Alternative Entertainment (The Masked Singer, Snake Oil, I Can See Your Voice, Name That Tune), FOX Entertainment Studios (Animal Control) to develop scripted content, and worldwide content sales unit FOX Entertainment Global. JOB DESCRIPTION FOX Entertainment Global is seeking an Assistant, Content & Acquisitions to support FOX Entertainment Global’s efforts to acquire, co-produce, and license premium programming across scripted, unscripted formats, film, and kids & family content for global distribution. The Assistant, Content & Acquisitions will be responsible for providing comprehensive administrative support, including managing the SVP's calendar, travel arrangements, and expenses. This role also involves tracking the full workflow of content submissions and working cross-functionally with support staff across sales, marketing, legal, operations, finance, and strategy. The ideal candidate is a highly organized, analytical, self-starter who is passionate about premium global content of all genres. Looking for someone to grow with the company. A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES Greet guests, answer and roll calls, schedule a heavy calendar, coordinate and maintain appointments and meetings Complete expense reports, maintain files, book travel arrangements/reservations, and coordinate all other special projects Ensure the global sales force and content team have up-to-date materials and are properly equipped to take content to market Liaise with all internal departments to make sure requests are processed in a timely manner and the C&A team is aware of any issues that may arise, including but not limited to Legal, Operations, Finance, Marketing, and Distribution delivery matters Work with the C&A team and regional Sales teams to collate territory-by-territory feedback and create worldwide sales update and performance docs for content partners and internal stakeholders from both 3rd party sources and internal locally managed stakeholders Attend producer meetings with SVP when requested and take detailed notes and follow-ups as needed Track producers and content/acquisition opportunities Attend weekly team meetings and provide notes as needed Manage schedules for markets and festivals Create presentation decks Read scripts and provide coverage as time permits Serve as backup to other administrative assistants when necessary WHAT YOU WILL NEED 1-2 years of previous experience as an Assistant in content acquisitions, content strategy, co-production, or sales in the TV or Film distribution environment Experience working in an agency supporting international business Team player who operates in a fast-paced setting Able to organize and establish administrative procedures independently, draft correspondence and reports, and work under pressure Skilled in prioritizing and responding to changing business needs Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and communication skills. Strong analytical skills Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Suite, and generative AI applications Collaborative and flexible team player with professional demeanor Ability to build and foster internal and external relationships Ability to work with high-level senior managers and demonstrate discretion Ability to manage scheduling across multiple time zones Familiarity and deep passion for the global TV landscape Can-do attitude and a desire to grow your career within the international content industry Office coverage could require extended work hours – must be available to work overtime or travel domestically and internationally as needed NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER Bachelor's degree #LI-DNI 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. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law. Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $21.00-26.00 per hour. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement. View more detail about FOX Benefits. We’re disruptors. We’re big dreamers. We’re believers in the future, in possibility, in potential. We’re reinventing the world, every day. We create content for audiences big and small, global and local. We put our audiences first, and work hard to bring them stories they’ll love, wherever they are and however they watch, listen and learn. Whatever your discipline, from on-air talent to behind-the-scenes tech guru to business and finance, the career opportunities at FOX are exciting, rewarding and game-changing. We seek out the most talented individuals – the dreamers, the disruptors and the visionaries –and we want them to know that they matter. We’re committed to helping every single one of our employees feel valued and inspired, every day.

Responsibilities

The Assistant, Content & Acquisitions will provide comprehensive administrative support to the SVP, including managing calendars and travel arrangements. This role also involves tracking content submissions and collaborating with various internal departments.