Job Description

Who We Are
Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is the leading entertainment and sports agency, with global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship sales and endorsements, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, trademark licensing, and philanthropy. Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAA’s diverse workforce identifies , innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organizations that shape culture and inspire the world. The trailblazer of the agency business, CAA was the first to build a sports business, create an investment bank, launch a venture fund, found technology start-up companies, establish a philanthropic arm, build a business in China, and form a brand marketing services division, among other innovations. Named Most Valuable Sports Agency by Forbes for eight consecutive years, CAA represents more than 2,000 of the world’s top athletes in football, baseball, basketball, hockey, soccer, in addition to coaches, on-air broadcasters, and sports personalities and works in the areas of broadcast rights, corporate marketing initiatives, social impact, and sports properties for sales and sponsorship opportunities.

Founded in 1975, CAA is headquartered in Los Angeles, and has offices in New York, Nashville, Memphis, Chicago, Miami, London, Munich, Geneva, Stockholm, Shanghai, and Beijing, among other locations globally.

The Role

CAA is seeking an Associate based in Los Angeles for a unique and highly visible position at the c ompany , focused on identifying and evaluating areas of growth and diversification for CAA, as well as developing plans to achieve sustained and balanced growth across the organization.

The candidate will join a nimble group of professionals with backgrounds in media & technology, growth strategy and innovation, investment banking , and private equity , who serve as in-house advisors to CAA’s executive leadership.

The candidate will be responsible for working directly with strategy leadership on identifying high-potential opportunities and theses (“what is happening out in market” and “what actions can we take”). The candidate will support departments across the agency on growth initiatives and gain meaningful exposure to the business, including ongoing operational experience to new departments. The ideal candidate will excel at diligencing industries and businesses, developing strategic frameworks for presentation, analyzing data, and building relationships.

Responsibilities

Perform industry, market, and company-specific research and analysis; assess industry trends, market size and structure, industry M&A activity, and competitive landscape

Analyze large amounts of information and data quickly and effectively to reduce complexity and make actionable recommendations

Develop a deep understanding of and be a company-wide thought-leader on market trends and emerging technologies

Maintain and evolve a robust pipeline of potential growth opportunity areas for CAA

Conduct ad hoc analyses and presentations , including leadership materials, company diligence, and deal analyses

Support the development of new business units on ongoing operations and growth strategy

Maintain ongoing relationships with external founders, investors, etc. for strategy and finance resourcing and reporting

Perform other critical tasks as directed

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from a top-tier university

2- 4 years of work experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, corporate development, or similar roles (preferably with direct experience in the media, entertainment , or sports sectors)

Interest in the media, entertainment and sports industries and a passion to learn (particularly in emerging content and technology spaces; such as Digital content)

Strong analytical, problem solving and interpersonal skills

Independent thinker wit h a point of view on the risks and rewards of new growth opportunities and strategic initiatives

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Strong work ethic with a high level of responsiveness , with attention to detail in deliverables

Ability to manage deadlines with a high level of responsibility and autonomy

Knowledge of early-stage investing

Comfortable engaging with clients, agents, C-level executives and senior leadership

Relationships with key stakeholders across the early-stage consumer ecosystem: VCs, PE firms, brands, incubators, etc.

Location

This role is on-site (Monday to Friday) in our Los Angeles office.

Compensation
The annual base salary for this position is in the range of $110,000 - $130,000 in Los Angeles, CA . This position is also eligible for benefits and a discretionary bonus. Ultimately, the salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in the role, business sector, and geographic location, among other criteria. Please talk with a CAA Recruiter to learn more.

Creative Artists Agency, LLC (the “Company”) is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate on the basis of race (inclusive of traits historically associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, creed, gender or sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, family and medical care leave status, military or veteran status, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, an employee’s or their dependent’s reproductive health decision making (e.g., the decision to use or access a particular drug, device or medical service), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

The absence of a permanent address is not a bar to employment. The Company does not discriminate against individuals based on housing status, including the absence of a fixed address.

The Company also complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws with regard to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.

CAA does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless they were contractually engaged by CAA to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any such employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the acknowledgement and agreement that CAA will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.

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