Executive Assistant to the President

Company Overview

Founded in 2022 by Peter Chernin, North Road Company is a global, multi-genre studio that produces scripted, documentary, and unscripted film and TV content for global markets. North Road comprises market-leading production entities, including Chernin Entertainment, Red Arrow Studios’ U.S. assets (Kinetic Content, Left/Right, and 44 Blue Productions); Karga Seven, Perro Azul, Words Pictures, a premium non-fiction business; and an international business devoted to strategic acquisitions and localized programming. 

Chernin Entertainment, a North Road subsidiary, is a leading premium film and television company based in Los Angeles, CA. The company has produced critically acclaimed and commercially successful films such as Ford v Ferrari, Hidden Figures, and The Greatest Showman, as well as hit series like New Girl, Truth Be Told, and See. With a first-look deal at Netflix, Chernin Entertainment continues to create compelling stories for global audiences, including projects like Fear Street, Slumberland, Luther: The Fallen Sun, and the upcoming Back in Action.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Executive Assistant to support the President of Chernin Entertainment. This role demands exceptional attention to detail, strong multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment, and the utmost discretion in handling sensitive and confidential matters.

As a producer deeply immersed in the entertainment industry, the President frequently attends theater and industry events. The ideal candidate will have a strong grasp of New York’s entertainment, dining, and cultural landscape, excelling at securing coveted reservations, gaining access to exclusive events, and leveraging top-tier city services to ensure seamless coordination between professional and personal commitments.

This position is best suited for a career Executive Assistant with a proven track record of supporting high-level executives, anticipating their needs, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. The ideal candidate is a strategic partner who thrives in a support role, bringing a high level of professionalism, discretion, and commitment to executive support.

This position is based in New York, NY, with a hybrid work schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage an ever-changing schedule, ensuring seamless coordination of meetings, travel, and high-profile events across multiple time zones.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the President and internal stakeholders, and external contacts, including talent, agents, executives, and business partners.
• Screen calls, manage correspondence, and serve as a trusted point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Reconcile business and personal expenses in a timely and organized manner.
• Organize materials, prepare agendas, and track action items to ensure execution on key initiatives.
• Secure tickets, handle VIP seating requests, and oversee logistics for screenings, premieres, and industry functions.
• Arrange sought-after dining reservations, coordinate personal appointments, and facilitate access to top-tier experiences.
• Assist with special projects and anticipate challenges, proactively managing solutions to maintain workflow.

Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Executive Assistant supporting a high-level executive, preferably within the entertainment industry.
• Strong knowledge of New York’s dining, hospitality, and cultural scene, with the ability to secure exclusive reservations, event access, and premium services.
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Experience coordinating high-profile entertainment and cultural events, including handling VIP logistics.
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills, with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a polished and professional demeanor.
• Ability to manage both professional and personal responsibilities seamlessly in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong technical proficiency, including expertise in Google Suite, Microsoft Office, and scheduling/travel platforms.

At Chernin Entertainment, we carefully consider a wide range of factors to determine a fair and equitable compensation package. Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure guidelines, the base salary for this role falls within the Executive Assistant III - IV compensation band between $90,000 – 120,000 per year. The final offer amount will consider a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions, including, but not limited to, a candidate’s experience relevant to the job.