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Gersh · 1 day ago

Assistant to Digital Agents

Gersh is a leading global entertainment and sports agency, representing a diverse roster of clients across various media sectors. They are seeking an ambitious Assistant to support two agents within the Digital department, focusing on brand partnerships and podcasting, while providing essential administrative support and client liaison functions.

Digital MarketingFilm ProductionMedia and EntertainmentTV Production

Responsibilities

Administrative support, including monitoring emails, screening phone calls, setting calls and meetings across multiple calendars, and managing calendar
Act as liaison for clients with brands and third-party marketing agencies, which includes drafting, sending, and tracking all deal memos and campaign execution
Work closely with accounting to track and input client bookings, and submit invoices
Help expand and source our database of digital talent using a variety of research tools and your own social knowledge
Effectively communicate and interact with high-profile clients, prospective clients, managers, brand partners, and executives with the utmost professionalism
Track podcast deals, offers, renewals, and negotiations, including network partnerships, ad-sales agreements, and distribution arrangements
Maintain up-to-date internal trackers and databases for podcast clients, networks, advertisers, production companies, and platforms
Coordinate submissions, pitches, and materials for podcast opportunities, including one-sheets, pitch summaries, episode outlines, and audience metrics
Liaise with podcast networks, advertisers, production partners, and legal/business affairs teams to ensure smooth deal flow and execution
Monitor the podcast and audio landscape, staying current on industry trends, platforms, networks, and emerging opportunities
Assist with cross-department collaboration to identify opportunities for podcast clients in digital, brand partnerships, live events, publishing, television, and other extensions
Support podcast launch planning and ongoing client management, including scheduling recordings, release coordination, and promotional timelines
Ad hoc duties for projects as needed

Qualification

Podcast ecosystem knowledgeDigital landscape experienceMicrosoft Office proficiencyResearch skillsInterest in entertainmentCommunicationTime managementAttention to detailCritical thinking

Required

Bachelor's degree required
Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Familiarity with the podcast ecosystem, including major networks, platforms, ad-sales models, and monetization structures is a must
Comfortable conducting research on podcast talent, platforms, advertisers, and market trends
Superior time management and multi-tasking skills
Ability to make sound decisions efficiently and effectively using critical thinking and practical approaches
Able to work well in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Strong attention to detail with excellent follow through
Demonstrated interest in talent/influencers, music, sports, entertainment, and pop culture
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (proficiency in Airtable or another CRM platform is a plus)
Willingness to make a two-year commitment + strong interest in the career track to become a Digital Talent agent

Preferred

Prior internships or job experience in the digital or podcast landscape is preferred

Benefits

Full Benefits

Company

Gersh is a leading global entertainment and sports agency, representing a diverse roster of clients across film, TV, sports, digital, branding, voice, books, theater, and comedy.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
Key Investors
Crestview Partners
2023-05-01Private Equity

Leadership Team

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Doug Fronk
Senior Vice President and Agent
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