Administrative Assistant, Drama & Comedy Development

About the role

Sony Pictures Television Studios is seeking a highly organized Administrative Assistant to support executives within the Drama and Comedy Development teams. This fast‑paced, creative environment requires a proactive professional who can anticipate needs, manage multiple priorities, and maintain confidentiality.

Key responsibilities

• Provide high‑level administrative support, including complex calendar management, scheduling, and phone coverage for development executives.
• Coordinate meetings, calls, and department activities, ensuring executives stay organized and on schedule.
• Prepare and process expense reports, invoices, and other documentation promptly.
• Maintain contact databases, call lists, and departmental records.
• Read scripts and creative materials, review cuts/dailies, and summarize notes from meetings, calls, and screenings.
• Create presentations, correspondence, reports, and other internal or external communications.
• Arrange travel itineraries, visas, accommodations, and related logistics; track expense reports.
• Conduct research and compile information for projects, talent, competitive analysis, and development initiatives.
• Support special projects and department needs as assigned.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration across internal teams and external partners.

Required profile

• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and follow‑through.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt quickly in a high‑volume environment.
• Proactive mindset with the capacity to anticipate needs and solve problems independently.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Collaborative team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Knowledge of the television and entertainment industry preferred.
• Previous administrative experience in entertainment, media, or a related fast‑paced environment preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience preferred.

Required skills

• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Office Suite

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rate ranging from $29 to $33 per hour.