Coordinator, Production & Development (MarVista Entertainment)
OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
FOX Entertainment has the power to break through. We seek to pierce pop culture with content that takes big swings, delivers mass appeal and elicits visceral reactions form our audiences. FOX has been the #1 A18-49 rated network for 2 years in a row and we got there through innovation and perseverance, as well as excellent content including shows such as THE MASKED SINGER, 9-1-1, CALL ME KAT and THE GREAT NORTH. FOX Entertainment programming includes a mix of Drama, Comedy, Alternative, Animation and Specials. Also within the Fox family are brands such as TUBI, FOX Alternative Entertainment, FOX SPORTS, FOX NEWS, FOX BET, Bento Box, Blockchain Creative Labs, and Credible.
JOB DESCRIPTION
MarVista Entertainment, a Fox Entertainment Company, is one of the leading producers and distributors of programming in the worldwide television marketplace. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, the company has rapidly grown into a global producer and distributor of a broad range of programming genres. We are currently looking to hire a Coordinator, Production & Development to support our Core Team and Indie slate pipeline.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Facilitate functionality of department by accurately maintaining company databases, tracking documents, submissions logs, and tracking individual project development to support a growing pipeline of movies for our indie and robust streaming slate
Demonstrate the ability to have an active, integrated, detailed understanding and knowledge of department pipeline and submission status
Prepar timely reports and presentations to sustain interdepartmental visibility into status of projects
Assist in preparing pitch presentations for third party buyers monthly/quarterly and ad hoc
Review and analyze pitches and scripts to support creative staff, including preparing script coverage
Provide administrative support for the department to include, but not limited to, overseeing calendars for two VP's, scheduling departmental meetings, detailed note documentation during internal/external department meetings, posting VP expenses, facilitating on-site meetings, meeting room reservations, booking travel, and guest/VIP visits to the lot
Build and maintain relationships with writers, assistants, and outside agencies
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
4-year degree or equivalent experience
1-2 years of experience as an administrative assistant at agency, production company, network or studio
Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Outlook, Scheduling Assistant in Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint and Zoom
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Takes initiative and demonstrates confidence in self-directed work
Ability to multi-task and remain calm under pressure
Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships
Strong creative problem-solving skills
Strong Professionalism, discretion, and good judgment in all interactions with colleagues, internal & external clients and industry professionals
NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER
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.
At FOX, we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company's success. We ensure that our viewers, communities and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on screen and off.
Under the FOX banner, we produce and distribute content through some of the world’s leading and most valued brands, including: FOX News, FOX Sports, the FOX Network, and the FOX Television Stations.
We empower a diverse range of creators to imagine and develop culturally significant content, while building an organization that thrives on creative ideas, operational expertise and strategic thinking.