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Agent’s Assistant – Actors/Comedy Department

United Agents Ltd. (UA) is one of London’s leading talent agencies encompassing the worlds of film, TV, books, theatre and comedy.

We are currently looking for a full-time assistant to support the Head of Comedy / Talent Agent together with their Associate within the Actors and Comedy Department. You will be an integral member of the team supporting an experienced and busy office who represent comedy writer-performers, comedians, actors and writers.

This is a very busy office looking after some high-level talent and as such, there will never be a dull moment. You will need to have excellent organisational skills, a proven passion for comedy, be a good multi-tasker, have a strong eye for detail and provide exceptional client care. The role will also require full PA support for the Agent.

Responsibilities:

Handling a very high volume of emails and calls, both from clients and external industry eg casting directors, producers, commissioners etc.

Going to see clients in comedy, theatre, screenings
Keeping abreast of exciting new talent by attending comedy nights, drama school showcases and various other performances  

Processing contracts, issuing invoices and keeping track of money

Providing full administrative support to the agent, the associate and the office as a whole  

Speaking with Clients, Casting Directors, Producers on a daily basis.  

Script and book reading

Organising auditions / meetings / client tapings  

Client submissions via Spotlight and on email  

Building client material, putting together show reels  

Ensuring client CVs are up to date  

Diary management for the office, the agent, associate and the clients - which is often complicated in nature across many different time zones. Key clients diaries in particular need extra special attention and keeping on top of updating i-cals

Booking and arranging international and domestic travel for the agent, associate and sometimes for clients

Liaising with US agents and managers on clients with US representation

Supporting clients in-person, as well as identifying potential new talent, at events and festivals, such as the Edinburgh
Fringe in the month August

Attending comedy previews

Working alongside our Live Producer on live comedy clients

Helping to organise and attend our bi-annual Comedy Showcase

Supporting the Head of Comedy with departmental issues and often very sensitive information

Organising the Comedy Meeting

Qualities and Skills:  

Having a good overview of clients work and where they are in the UK and US entertainment industries

Immersing yourself in the comedy industry and being aware of the important people

A real passion for and enjoyment of comedy, film, television, and theatre  

Relevant prior experience is essential

Being able to work well with other members of the department and team   

Strong capability to multitask

Be able to work under pressure, with tight deadlines and be able to prioritise accordingly.

Trustworthy and accurate as you will be dealing with highly confidential material and client information 

Outstanding communication skills - you really cannot share too much information in our office

Very strong attention to detail and organisational skills

Can-do attitude   

Good sense of humour

Calm under (sometimes intense) pressure

Being super invested in the job

Emotionally intelligent and intuitive – eg knowing when to just offer a cuppa at moments of stress

Good listener

Knowing that the more you put into the job, the more you will get out of it!

Apply via Link: https://unitedagents.bamboohr.com/careers/75?source=aWQ9MTU%3D

Closing date: 5pm, Friday 29th September 2023

As part of our commitment to building a diverse workforce we encourage applications from those who are currently unrepresented in our own workforce and wider industry. However you identify and whatever your background, we welcome you to apply.