Writer's Assistant (R-2021-02-48)

  • SiriusXM
  • New York, New York
  • Mar 01, 2021
Full time Technology

Job Description

SiriusXM and Pandora have joined together to create the leading audio entertainment company in the U.S. Together, we are uniquely positioned to lead a new era of audio entertainment by delivering the most compelling subscription and ad-supported audio experiences to millions of listeners -- in the car, at home and on the go. Our talent, content, technology and innovation continue to be at the forefront, and we want you to be a part of it! Check out our current openings below and at www.siriusxm.com/careers.

Position Summary: 

SiriusXM is looking to hire a Writer’s Assistant for an entertainment talk show.

Duties and responsibilities:

  • Research and assist with all creative department needs
  • Coordinate with all team leader to send manager daily review email
  • Research & locate material from archive
  • Prepare agenda for recording sessions
  • Organize audio and archive production
  • Handle media and talent outreach requests
  • Coordinate with various departments on assignments
  • Help track air dates and play history of all edited/aired material
  • Maintain department calendar and writers’ boards for programming
  • Attend production meetings and contribute ideas to creative team
  • Maintain manager’s calendar: scheduling meetings and coordinating notes
  • Coordinate office duties
  • Work closely with manager and anticipate needs

Requirements:

  • 1 year of prior admin experience
  • Comfortable working with high profiled talent and individuals
  •  Needs to have a professional demeanor
  • Ability to meet strict deadlines on a daily basis
  • Strong knowledge of various programming genres
  • Strong knowledge of SiriusXM channels and personalities
  • Familiar with team management techniques and organization
  • Quick learner with fast turnaround
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to multitask and work on multiple projects simultaneously
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment
  • Capability to occasionally work flexible hours
  • Must have legal right to work in the U.S.

Technical Skills:

  • Excellent computer skills including Microsoft office suite.
  • Preferably proficient in Audio Editing (Adobe Audition)

More details about our company benefits can be found at the following link: https://jobs.jobvite.com/siriusxm#benefits

Our goal at SiriusXM+Pandora is to provide and maintain a work environment that fosters mutual respect, professionalism and cooperation. SiriusXM+Pandora is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, gender identity, marital status, familial status, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

The requirements and duties described above may be modified or waived by the Company in its sole discretion without notice.