Entry Level Film Script Reader Jobs in Manhattan, NY

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Position Overview:
Rotational Assistants are based in the mailroom and service the company across all departments. They complete ad-hoc projects and temporarily cover desks while regularly assigned assistants are away. The primary responsibilities will be those normally associated with the position of Rotational Assistant and as assigned from time to time by the Company. The nature of this entry-level position requires that the Rotational Assistant build foundational skills through the diversity of experience in working and training on different desks across departments. Rotational Assistants are required to rotate desks as requested and are expected to apply to and accept open desk opportunities, as they become available, regardless of the department. The position also entails assisting with a variety of daily administrative office tasks.
Essential Responsibilities:

• Distributing mail across the building
• Running errands around Beverly Hills
• Maintaining schedules with high attention to detail
• Covering desks for regularly assigned assistants
• Completing department projects
• Reading and summarizing scripts for agents
• Applying to and interviewing for desks immediately upon being placed in the floater pool

Core Competencies:

• Must be detail oriented and able to handle complex instructions with care and follow-through
• Must be an excellent multi-tasker and have proven problem-solving abilities
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness in execution of assigned tasks
• Friendly, open, professional demeanor with ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Ability to adapt to changes and work in a fast paced, demanding environment
• Dependable and proactive. Able to prioritize the workload and use time efficiently
• Strong understanding of and enthusiasm for the entertainment industry

Per local requirements and in the interest of transparency, the hourly rate shown below reflects the prevalent current hiring range for this position. Hiring pay rates are based on a number of factors, including location and may vary depending on job-related qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. The company strives to provide locally competitive rewards packages, which include base rate along with, as applicable, short- and long-term incentives, growth and developmental opportunities, and robust benefits, such as health care, retirement, vacation and other paid time off, and additional offerings.
Hiring Rate Minimum:
$21.00 hourly (minimum will not fall below the applicable state/local minimum wage thresholds)
Hiring Rate Maximum:
$21.00 hourly
WME is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief.