Executive Assistant

About Higher Ground

Founded by Barack and Michelle Obama in 2018, Higher Ground is the home of exciting and impactful storytelling from Oscar-winning films to blockbuster podcasts.

Who You Are

You’re a highly organized and proactive Executive Assistant who thrives at the center of a fast-moving team. You anticipate what’s needed, bring strong judgment and attention to detail, and take pride in keeping executives prepared, priorities on track, and the work moving forward.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for Executive Assistants with a range of backgrounds and interests to support senior executives across Higher Ground’s creative teams, including Scripted Television, Nonfiction, Podcast and Film. This is one application for Executive Assistant opportunities, and you’ll have the opportunity to indicate your specific areas of experience and interest.

What You’ll Own

• Keep Executives & the Team Ahead – manage complex calendars, travel, expenses, meetings, and shifting priorities; anticipate needs; create seamless experience for talent, representatives, production partners, and internal teams; provide responsive support on presentations, documents, special projects, and other priorities; cross‑train across Podcast, Film, Scripted Television, and Unscripted teams for backup support.
• Keep the Slate Moving – maintain submission logs, tracking grids, production calendars, incoming pitches; stay ahead of deadlines, meetings, follow‑ups, and deliverables; surface gaps; keep project information organized and accessible; identify smarter workflows, tools, automation, and AI opportunities; help department meetings, events, off‑sites run smoothly.
• Help the Office Run Smoothly – step in as backup for reception and office needs; support recordings, shoots, and other production needs; be a collaborative teammate willing to jump in where needed.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of relevant administrative, agency, studio, production, entertainment, or related professional experience.
• Genuine interest in the creative development and production process.
• Exceptional organization and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and shifting deadlines.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with timely and reliable follow‑through.
• Sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential or sensitive information.
• Ability to work independently, collaborate across teams, and stay flexible in a fast‑moving environment.
• Strong proficiency with Google Workspace; PowerPoint and Canva.
• Familiarity with Premiere Pro/Pro Tools is a plus.
• Comfortable supporting virtual and hybrid meetings and troubleshooting basic conference‑room technology.
• Curious about new tools and technology, including AI, and how they can improve the way work gets done.

Pay

Salary Range: $55,000 - $63,000

Schedule

Location: Los Angeles, CA – Hybrid (4 days in office, 1 day remote)