Assistant to Literary Agent

Job Description

ASSISTANT TO LITERARY AGENT

CAA Books is the publishing department of Creative Artists Agency (CAA), a leading entertainment and sports agency, with global expertise in publishing, film, television, music, theatre, sports, digital media and philanthropy among other areas.

 

Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAA’s diverse workforce identifies, innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organizations that shape culture and inspire the world.

 

OVERVIEW

CAA Books is a fast-paced and growing department selling publication and media rights across all languages, territories, and formats to establish and develop literary careers worldwide; we work with internationally acclaimed and bestselling authors across fiction and non-fiction.

 

We are looking for a new detail-oriented and efficient Assistant to Literary Agent to join our team, primarily to support one of our Agents. This Assistant will work on a client list comprised of local and international authors of popular non-fiction and fiction with focus on books in popular culture, music, comedy, film and television, current affairs.

 

HOW TO APPLY:

Please submit your CV and a Cover Letter.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Management of a busy diary and contacts lists, travel booking, scheduling & expenses.

• Logging deals on behalf of the Literary Agent and overseeing the deal process.

• Management of multiple databases, from publication to rights.

• Liaising with our Business Affairs and Accounts departments to track payments and contracts.  

• Reading and commenting on authors’ new material and submissions. 

• Dealing with enquiries about rights, publicity and author material.

• Acting as the primary point of contact for client enquiries by telephone and email.

• Liaising with the Literary Agent on day-to-day author business.

• Fielding phone calls and emails for the Literary Agent. 

• Correspondence drafting. 

• Preparing newsletters, writing website and marketing copy.

• Handling post, author copies, book orders.

• Online and social media research into trends and client prospects.

 

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• Must have a passion for books/reading and be keen to develop a career in the publishing industry, specifically in popular non-fiction. 

• Interest in other types of media, such as podcasts, film/TV, visual arts, and the ability to identify trends. 

• Strong awareness of popular non-fiction trends, from social media creators to film and TV personalities, comedians, musicians and journalists.

• Should have proven solid administrative experience. 

• Excellent organisation skills and attention to detail. 

• Ability to take ownership of tasks and prioritise workload to meet tight deadlines. 

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. 

• Confidence in working with high profile figures and multiple stakeholders. 

• Previous experience with Outlook and other MS Office programmes. 

• Additional language skills are desirable but not essential.

• Publishing experience preferable. 

Please ensure you provide complete and legible information in your application. An incomplete application may affect your consideration for employment.

Creative Artists Agency (“CAA”) is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and creating a workplace culture in which diversity and inclusion is valued and everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As part of our zero-tolerance approach to discrimination in any form, you and any job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation, or any other legally recognised protected basis under UK law.

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