Assistant - Television Literary

Description

The Role

Verve is seeking an Assistant in our Television Literary department. You'll be working directly on some of the most active TV desks in the business - fielding high-volume calls, managing client materials, and sitting at the center of deal-making and creative development in the television space.

The assistant-to-agent track is streamlined at Verve, and if you're serious about a future in television representation, this is the seat to be in. You'll gain unmatched access to the way deals are structured, staffing season operates, and writer careers are built - all while working alongside agents who operate across business verticals to deliver the best, client-first approach in the industry.

What You'll Do:

• Roll a high volume of calls and manage a fast-moving inbox 
• Interface with clients, showrunners, studio and network executives, and producers with professionalism and discretion
• Send, track, and manage client script submissions and materials across broadcast, cable, and streaming platforms
• Provide script coverage and maintain a strong pulse on the television market - pilot season, staffing, and series development
• Coordinate meetings for agents and clients
• Collaborate effectively across all levels of the agency and take initiative on special projects 

About Verve

a) enthusiasm in literary or artistic work  b) energy in the expression of ideas  c) aptitude; talent

Verve is a premier global talent and literary agency representing clients across film, television, publishing, digital, theatre, and media rights. Since 2010, we've built a reputation for discovering exceptional new voices and guiding careers at the highest level of the industry. 

Requirements

• Minimum 6 months of full-time assistant experience at a talent agency or management company - television experience a strong plus
• Comfortable managing high call volume and thriving in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment
• Polished written and verbal communication - client and executive interaction is a daily part of this role
• Absolute discretion with confidential client and deal information
• Outstanding time management, multi-tasking, and follow-through under pressure
• Sound judgment and the ability to make decisions quickly and independently
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft suite, Airtable a plus
• A genuine passion for television - you read scripts and pilots, follow the development landscape, and know who's running what room and who's buying what 

 This is a full-time, in-person role located in Los Angeles, CA. Employment is contingent upon the candidate's eligibility to work in the United States in accordance with applicable law.