Vacancies

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

We are looking for a full time Agent’s Assistant to join an Agent’s office within the Actors/Comedy Department. You will be an integral member of the team supporting an Agent who works with award winning writer-performers, comedians, actors and directors. This is a very busy office and as such, there’s never a dull moment.

You will need to have excellent organisational skills, a keen eye for detail with the ability to adapt and multi-task. This role requires someone calm and collected with a good sense of humour, a team player who is a natural communicator on the phone, in writing and in person.

 Responsibilities:

– Handling a high volume of emails and calls from clients and industry professionals e.g. producers, commissioners and casting directors. 
– Organising meetings/ auditions/ client self-tapes.
– Ensuring client CV’s and bios are up to date.  
– Building client material, putting together showreels.  
– Client submissions via Spotlight and on email.  
– Processing contracts, issuing invoices and keeping track of payment.   
– Going to see clients in live work, TV records and screenings.
– Script reading on behalf of and alongside Agent/clients.
– Diary management for the Agent and clients - which is often complicated in nature as most clients work across more than one discipline.
– Providing full administrative support to the Agent and clients.
– Liaising with US teams on clients that have US representation.
– Supporting clients in-person, as well as identifying potential new talent, at events and festivals, such as the Edinburgh Fringe.
– Attending comedy previews and work in progress shows.
– Working alongside our inhouse Live Producer on live comedy clients.

Key qualities and skills:  

– A real passion for and enjoyment of comedy, film, television and theatre.
– Very strong attention to detail and organisational skills.    
– Trustworthy and accurate as will be dealing with highly confidential material and client information.
– Fantastic communication skills.  
– Be able to work under pressure, with tight deadlines and prioritise accordingly.
– The ability to build strong working relationships with Agent and other members of the department.
– A can-do attitude, the willingness and ability to learn.
– The ability to remain calm under pressure.    
– A good listener, intuitive and adaptable.
– A good sense of humour.
– Previous industry experience in a talent agency or casting directors’ office desirable.

We are committed to diverse, inclusive recruitment, regardless of disability, race, age, colour, national origin, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other basis.

Closing date: 10am, Monday 13th February 2023

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