Insomniac - Executive Assistant
Job Summary
WHO ARE YOU? Do you enjoy live events? Do you excel at driving results and building relationships? Then you’re in luck! We are looking for a highly motivated self-starter who embodies both a passion for dance culture and a love of sales, marketing and brand partnership execution!
WHO ARE WE? Insomniac produces some of the most innovative, immersive music festivals and events in the world. Enhanced by state-of-the-art lighting, pyrotechnics and sound design, large-scale art installations, theatrical performers and next generation special effects, our events captivate the senses and inspire a unique level of fan interaction.
THE ROLE
Insomniac is seeking an experienced and high-level Executive Assistant. This individual will serve a critical role in the company by assisting two executives with scheduling, organization, and administrative tasks.
- Proactively manage a busy and complex calendar; schedule and coordinate internal and external meetings and other events as directed
- Act as a point of contact for internal team, clients, and external partners - responsible for information flow, coordination of logistics for meetings, execution of organizational responsibilities as needed
- Draft leadership agendas; coordinate preparation of agenda materials; identify and prepare actions items
- Type correspondence and reports; draft correspondence from rough notes; research issues and activities; assist in the creation of presentations; maintain confidential and administrative files
- Receive, screen, and follow-up all communications via phone, email, and mail
- Prepare extensive domestic and international travel arrangements including air, hotel and transportation reservations, mileage programs and upgrades with the ability to make frequent and last-minute changes
- Assist with the organization of critical work projects, including prioritization with the Executive to make sure that all objectives are addressed and handled in a timely manner
- Proactively take the necessary steps to keep projects moving forward and resolve issues
- Attend and participate in company meetings, capture insights and independently follow up on action items and emerging priorities
- Own and execute small-to-mid size projects from start to finish, ensuring timely delivery and clear communication
- Prepare and submit expense reports
- Interface with agents, venue partners, and internal team to build and maintain a calendar of events
- Purchases supplies for meetings and authorizes payment for travel, professional memberships, subscriptions, and to vendors and service providers
- Multitask in a fast-paced environment and remain organized, with attention to detail
- Attend shows / events as on-site support, and a representative of the company as required
Qualifications
- Proficient use of Microsoft Outlook (including group scheduling) and of Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Ability to take initiative, problem solve and perform extensive research
- Professional level of verbal and written communication skills
- Possess a strong work ethic with a high sense of responsibility in an ever-changing environment
- Must be able to handle sensitive matters and exercise excellent judgment
- Strong business curiosity and desire to learn, grow, and expand scope over time
- Ability to prioritize and manage projects independently with minimal supervision
- Experience in the music industry preferred
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Must be willing to travel to work during holidays, evening and weekend hours, as required, to meet deadlines
- Must be able to tolerate loud noise levels and drastic temperature climates while working on site at various event locations
- Must be able to work in open concept office space