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The Executive Assistant (EA) to the Co-Chairman of Paramount Pictures provides high-level administrative and strategic support, which includes managing complex calendars, organizing global travel, setting up executive meetings, and serving as an important communications hub. They also help with project-related tasks such as tracking project statuses, preparing documents, conducting research, reading scripts, and managing the flow of information between internal teams and external partners. Key success factors include advanced time management, strong communication skills, problem solving, discretion, and the ability to work collaboratively in fast-paced, high-risk environments.

Responsibilities
• Manage complex calendars, including scheduling meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements across multiple time zones.
• Prepare and coordinate logistics and materials for meetings, events, and off-sites
• Screen and prioritize incoming and outgoing communications (emails, calls, mail) and respond or delegate as appropriate.
• Ability to work independently and anticipate needs in a fast-paced and constantly changing environment.
• Track script and material submissions and maintain internal documentation.
• Book and coordinate complex global trips (private and business).
• Conduct research and prepare executive summaries, briefs, or background materials for key initiatives and meetings.
• Manage account reports for executives.
• Manage high volume phone sheet for incoming and outgoing calls.
• Act as administrative liaison with internal collaborators and industry partners, maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
• Exercise sound judgment in all communications and decision-making.
• Ensure that the CEO’s office runs smoothly and is equipped for daily operations.
• Liaise with production, mail, IT, HR, legal, and other company functions as needed.
• Manage special projects and other duties as assigned.

Basic qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• 3 years of experience supporting senior executives, ideally in a studio, agency or production company.
• High-level understanding of the entertainment industry and its players.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities with excellent attention to detail.
• Advanced proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite, calendar management tools, and virtual collaboration platforms (e.g., Teams, Zoom).
• A high degree of professionalism, integrity and appreciation.
• Experience managing confidential information and sensitive communications.

Additional qualifications
• Strong interpersonal skills. Able to build relationships and work effectively with diverse teams and external partners.
• Proactively solve problems through a strategic approach.
• Tremendous written and verbal communication skills.
• Adaptable and flexible. Comfortable with ambiguity and changing priorities.
• Possess a genuine interest in filmmaking and studio operations.
• Active and positive mindset with a strong work ethic.
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What we offer:
• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages.
• Generous paid leave.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for on-site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, inside and outside of the workplace.
• Discover Life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount