Assistant to the President

About the Role

Gersh is seeking a highly motivated, seasoned Assistant to support the President. This is a rare opportunity to work directly with one of the agency's senior-most executives, offering unique visibility into how careers are built, deals are made, and business decisions are executed across the entertainment industry.

As one of two assistants supporting the President's office, you will have a front-row seat to the full scope of talent representation, including client strategy, deal activity, business development initiatives, key industry relationships, and agency operations. This role offers unparalleled access to high-profile clients and many of the entertainment industry's most influential decision makers, including studio and network executives, producers, managers, attorneys, publicists, casting executives, and buyers.

Ideal for an experienced agency assistant, this position provides invaluable mentorship, exposure, and a strong foundation for those aspiring to build a long-term career in representation. We are seeking someone who is proactive, resourceful, highly organized, and thrives in a fast-paced, high-profile environment.

Duties

• Provide administrative and operational support within the Office of the President, offering unique visibility into agency leadership, strategic decision-making, client representation, and entertainment industry deal flow.
• Coordinate complex calendars, scheduling, travel arrangements, and expense reporting with precision and efficiency.
• Manage high-volume communications, including phone calls, email correspondence, meeting coordination, and follow-up.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with casting executives, managers, attorneys, publicists, producers, and other industry professionals.
• Prepare, track, and distribute talent submissions and materials for ongoing opportunities.
• Coordinate auditions, meetings, and industry events while ensuring talent and client needs are prioritized.
• Anticipate administrative and business needs, proactively identifying solutions and keeping priorities organized.
• Maintain accurate records, databases, and project tracking systems in a fast-moving environment.
• Act as a key liaison across internal departments and external partners to ensure seamless communication and execution.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum 1 year of full-time experience within the entertainment industry; agency, management company, studio/network experience strongly preferred.
• Previous experience supporting a busy desk in a talent representation environment is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated interest in pursuing a long-term career in talent representation and agency leadership.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the confidence to interact professionally with clients and industry executives.
• High level of discretion, professionalism, and attention to detail.
• Resourceful, proactive, and solutions-oriented mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to remain composed and effective in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Commitment to learning, professional growth, and contributing to a collaborative team culture.
• Willingness to make a 2-year commitment in the role.