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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 Assistant to join a Senior Agent’s office within the Actors/Comedy Department. You will be an integral member of the team supporting an experienced, senior agent and associate who represent comedy writer-performers, comedians, actors and writers.

This is a very busy office looking after some high-profile talent which will require that you have excellent organisational skills, be a good multi-tasker, have a strong eye for detail and provide exceptional client care. This role will also require you to provide full PA support for the Agent.

Responsibilities:

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

– 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, and various other performances

– Processing contracts, issuing invoices and keeping track of money

– 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 showreels

– 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.

– 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 Live Producer on live comedy clients

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

– 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 pressure

– Intuitive – eg knowing when to just offer a cuppa!

– Good listener

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: 5pm, Friday 13th January 2023

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