Company Description
DreamWorks Animation is looking for more adventurous dreamers who shoot for the moon. We tell stories about the journeys our unconventional heroes take to make dreams come true. As a growth-minded studio, we pride ourselves on being one of the world's leading producers of high-quality, award-winning, animated films and series, reaching consumers around the globe. We push to feel more, laugh more, and build immersive new worlds.
Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('SpinCo') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.
DreamWorks creates a diverse array of original content in a variety of formats, delivering compelling stories with unique characters. We place tremendous value on the experiences our talent brings to the table from their own non-traditional paths to success. We believe in frequent communication and that transparency and trust yield the best work. We are a community of artists, technologists, innovators, and creators, who are passionate about animation and also happen to love eating lunch together.
DreamWorks Animation partners with world-class technology and entertainment leaders to identify and develop state-of-the-art technological advancements, business and co-branded marketing alliances.
The role and primary responsibility of the Strategic Alliances Coordinator is to support the Strategic Alliance department in the organization, tracking, scheduling, and timely delivery of select alliance engagements and requests originating from DreamWorks Animation and DreamWorks’ technology partners. In addition, the Strategic Alliances Coordinator will provide logistical and administrative support in service of department operations, as well as assist in communicating the history, culture, franchise properties, industry innovations and corporate strategy of DreamWorks Animation to local and global audiences, and partners.
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Job Description
“What would you say you do here?”
Provide general service-level support across multiple active strategic partnerships
Conduct clear and consistent communication with Strategic Alliances Managers and Supervisors to identify status updates and vital action steps for projects across all DreamWorks strategic partnerships
Maintain and continuously improve departmental and partnership engagement activity tracker database
Run weekly department sync and other select meetings
Maintain and distribute all department engagement calendars
Generate quarterly & annual alliance project reports
Assist logistics for select onsite, offsite and virtual executive events
Assist with the organization of onsite and offsite partner screenings
Assist in the asset gathering, edit and review process for select partnership communications materials
Organize technology showcase preparation and day-of logistics, including scheduling, reservation of studio resources, confirming attendee lists, securing attendee NDAs and creation of executive agenda
Lead select studio tours that communicate the history, culture, franchise properties and innovations of DreamWorks and its affiliates when needed
Schedule, confirm logistics and secure talent for partnership photo shoots and video productions
Assist in gathering and packaging select studio-related consumer products for partnership engagements
Provide logistical support for corporate meetings, promotional partner activities, and on-campus receptions
Research relevant industry articles pertaining to Strategic Alliances, DreamWorks, active and prospective technology partners
Administer access, security and condition of Strategic Alliances-managed facilities
Effectively work with Strategic Alliance team, technology and studio executives, NBCUniversal and partner representatives across all business units
Qualifications
“What do I need to have in order to do this job?”
2+ years of administrative experience in a corporate setting
Mastery of organizational skills and ability to multitask
Mastery of the English language with crisp, clear verbal communication skills in-person and across phone and video platforms
Proficiency of software applications including: Air Table, PowerPoint, Photoshop, Google & Microsoft suites
“What can I offer?”
Bachelor’s degree in Communications or Business Administration preferred
Heightened attention to detail in verbal, non-verbal, written and in-person communication and collaboration
Polished executive-level communication skills (verbal and non-verbal)
Demonstrate keen ability to collaborate with team members
Possesses positive attitude, ambition, willingness to learn processes and develop skills within department
Demonstrated ability to engage in formal, executive business meetings
Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate successfully across diverse organizations and personnel
Demonstrated accountability and ownership over duties
Appreciation for/and ability to master technical skill
Possesses public speaking experience, particularly as it pertains to general technology and enterprise messaging
Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.
This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.
Salary range: $55,000 - $58,000
Additional Information
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].
