Business Representative, Temp

This is a Full Time Job

Business Representative, TEMP (Entertainment Contracts)

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

The Business Representative, Temp will sign producers to the various Theatrical collective bargaining agreements, and provide contract information to producers, members, and members' representatives. This role may also enforce contracts, research and files claims, as well as participate in outreach and educational events.

(This section provides a general summary of the most significant job duties performed. It does not explain in detail every single duty performed.)
• Signs producers to the SAG-AFTRA collective bargaining agreements and various low- budget agreements.
• Provides producers, members and their representatives with information regarding SAG- AFTRA Agreements.
• Investigates and files claims for non-compliance of contract and sees through to resolution.
• Participates with the Legal department in arbitration preparation and by giving testimony during proceedings.
• Performs payroll audits when required.
• Represents SAG-AFTRA through participation in workshops, seminars, film festivals, panel discussions and other speaking engagements in the industry and with specialized performer groups and committees.
• Participates in meetings with producers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

What You’ll Need

We want to make sure you’re successful. To be considered, you must have:

(The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.)
• Must have the ability to read, understand and interpret contracts.
• Must be customer service oriented and have the ability to interact well with members, performers, studio management and staff with tact and diplomacy.
• Familiarity with Oracle systems would be advantageous.
• Must have comprehensive mathematical knowledge and abilities.
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft office products (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Must be well-organized and detail oriented.
• Must be able to work under pressure and work to imposed deadlines.
• Must be able to multi-task and work independently.
• Superlative interpersonal skills: high degree of patience and tact. Must be able to cultivate respectful, strategic and collaborative relationships with people from diverse backgrounds both internally and externally.
• Have an understanding and awareness of worker rights impacting SAG-AFTRA members.
• Hold yourself and others accountable for a high level of performance and and integrity.
• Capable of taking direction from more than one supervisor.
• Must be able to work in a challenging environment where constructive feedback from others is encouraged.
• Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance at such level as is determined at SAG- AFTRA’s sole discretion.
• Must be available and willing to work extended hours (and/or overtime for applicable non- exempt positions) per day or per week, including weekends and holidays, as SAG- AFTRA determines is necessary to meet its business needs.
• Must be available and willing to travel to such locations and with such frequency as SAG-AFTRA determines is necessary or desirable to meet its business needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Undergraduate degree in Business, Labor Relations or related discipline and 5 to 7 years’ applicable experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Legal knowledge/experience preferred due to the complexity of chain-of-title and financial assurances issues involved in the signatory process.
• SAG-AFTRA Writing Sample

What You’ll Get

We are a great place to work because we offer:
• The salary range for this position is $66,575.00 annually in accordance with the CBA
• Colleagues that are passionate about what we do and how they contribute to our mission
• Balance between work and home life responsibilities
• Affordable and comprehensive medical and dental plans
• Generous pension plan
• Employee discounts and perks