Seeking a self-motivated and detail-oriented LA-based Assistant Agent to develop & maintain artist relations. This role will support Beauty and Photography Director(s) in maintaining artist relationships by managing daily calendars, daily communication with artists, coordinating deal memos, call sheets, booking travel, helping with new business for existing talent, general administration duties. This role will connect with fashion and entertainment professionals, contributing to a large network of VIP industry experts. Candidate must be extremely detail oriented, organized, able to shift priorities & work under short deadline in a fast-paced environment. This role will report to the Beauty and Photography Director(s).
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
● Bachelor’s degree. Communications experience a plus.
● Resourceful, articulate and detail oriented.
● Strong verbal and written communication skills.
● Strong ability to come up with out-of-the-box solutions and solve problems.
● Excellent time management skills; ability to prioritize key projects.
● Informed with an understanding of the celebrity market: key fashion/ beauty trends, and influencers in the industry; keeps up with current events, publications including magazines, blogs, etc.
● Ability to understand the clients’ needs and use effective way means to execute a solution.
● Ability to thrive under pressure, remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, efficient, as well as a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.
● Experience with client billing is a plus.
● 1-2 years of experience in the fashion, beauty, and/or entertainment industry is a plus.
QUALIFICATIONS
● Bachelor’s degree
● Experience within beauty, fashion, entertainment, PR, or agency environment.
● Knowledge of media landscape and celebrity culture.
● Highly-organized, able to prioritize & manage multiple tasks at once.
● Self-motivated determined individual who takes initiative and is able to remain professional.
● Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and take direction.
ABOUT THE ONLY AGENCY
Established in 2014, The Only Agency, based in NY, LA, Nashville, and London, is one of the world’s top agencies, representing a diverse and selective group of the most sought after celebrity fashion stylists, makeup artists, hair stylists, manicurists, colorists, influencers, photographers, videographers and production designers in the scene. Together, The Only Agency’s roster is comprised of a community of talent who motivate and inspire the fashion and beauty industry at large.
Job Type: Full-time
Compensation: $40 – $45k, DOE
To Apply: Please send your resume to [email protected], subject Assistant Agent.