Executive Assistant, DC Bureau

Job ID 10097696 Location Washington, DC, United States Business ABC News Date posted Oct. 16, 2024

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Job Summary:

Job Summary

Do you enjoy being the “heart” of the team, the one everyone from new hires to senior leadership can rely on to get the job done? If so, then the Washington, DC based Executive Assistant position with ABC News at The Walt Disney Company might be right for you.

This position supports the VP - DC News Bureau Chief. You would be a key member of a dynamic, fast-paced news organization covering Washington, DC. We work with some of the most creative, intelligent journalists in the business and some of the most senior leaders in the federal government.

The relationships you form with the executive you support and the journalists of the ABC News Washington Bureau are absolutely critical because those enable you to become a true partner. In addition to understanding your executive’s business -- and business needs -- inside and out, you will also develop deep knowledge of the workings of ABC News and its Washington Bureau.

Responsibilities

Every day in this role is different. On any given day, you might:

Protect Executive’s time through strategic and proactive calendar management and vetting a variety of meeting requests
Work closely with the Executive on activities, projects, meetings, event planning and office logistics
Manage Travel & Entertainment expenses for your team
Book Travel for your leader and/or team and build travel itineraries
Proactively resolve problems and pitch in to help
Manage project tracking and follow-up
Compose correspondence on behalf of leader
Ensure the executive is prepared for meetings and events
Research and report out on specific topics as required
Manage highly confidential correspondence and information with utmost discretion

Basic Qualifications

Here’s what you will need to be successful in the role:

A minimum two years of experience in an administrative role or equivalent
Strong proficiency with standard office tools such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel
Professional and highly discreet while maintaining absolute confidentiality
Effective communication skills, including diplomatic and professional handling of telephone and email communications
Ability to be pro-active, resourceful, flexible, and responsible
Ability to take initiative and anticipate needs
Extremely well organized and attentive to detail

Preferred Qualifications

It would be a plus if you also had these skills:

Prior experience at The Walt Disney Company
Experience working in a national news organization
Experience working in Washington, DC

Education

Preferred - Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent work experience

Hiring Range The hiring range for this position in Washington DC is $52,400.00 to $70,200.00 per year based on a 40-hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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About ABC News:

The Disney Entertainment Television group creates original entertainment and news content for the Company’s streaming platforms and its cable and broadcast networks.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with American Broadcasting Companies, Inc., which is part of a business we call ABC News.

American Broadcasting Companies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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