DreamWorks Animation is hiring

Assistant, Human Resources

Full-time
Hybrid in Glendale, California

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.


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.


Job Description

Responsibilities: “What would you say you do here?”

  • Provide administrative support to the Head of Human Resources and VPs of Human Resources through proactively managing Google calendars, scheduling meetings, preparing meeting agendas and materials, and answering phones to prioritize and screen calls.
  • Maintain discretion with highly sensitive and confidential materials and information.
  • Collaborate closely with DWA Executive offices and Productions to schedule meetings.
  • Responsible for preparing, processing and tracking of expense reports and coding purchasing card purchases and invoices. May need to book travel arrangements as required.
  • Offer general administrative support to the HR team such as organizing meeting logistics, planning team celebrations/events, printing materials and ordering supplies. Coordinate logistics and invitations for training sessions, off-sites and special events as needed.
  • Coordinate and handle goodwill requests/gifts for employees.
  • Assist employees with general HR inquiries as the first point of contact and provide exemplary customer service.
  • Perform other miscellaneous administrative duties and HR-related special projects as assigned, such as digitization of file room/paperwork, new hire onboarding, and employee offboarding process.


Qualifications

Basic Requirements: “What do I need to have in order to do this job?”

  • 2+ years of administrative experience preferred. Prior experience and/or long term interest in Human Resources is a plus.
  • High level of proficiency with GMail, Google Calendar, Google Suite & Microsoft Office.
  • Anticipate, exercise initiative, troubleshoot and solve problems on the fly with minimal direction.
  • Comfortable dealing with high level executives in a professional and confidential manner.
  • Great teammate with ability to prioritize multiple projects independently and establish priorities.
  • Excellent organizational skills, detail orientation and follow through.
  • Demonstrates flexibility in the face of change, projecting a positive demeanor.
  • Customer service skills including but not limited to a courteous and pleasant phone/email demeanor and demonstrated willingness to go above and beyond.


Hybrid: This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.


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: $50,000 - $55,000

DreamWorks Animation creates high-quality entertainment, including CG animated feature films, television specials and series and live entertainment properties, meant for audiences around the world. The Company has world-class creative talent, a strong and experienced management team and advanced filmmaking technology and techniques. DreamWorks Animation has been named one of the "100 Best Companies to Work For" by FORTUNE® Magazine for five consecutive years. In 2013, DreamWorks Animation ranks #12 on the list. All of DreamWorks Animation’s feature films are produced in 3D. The Company has theatrically released a total of 27 animated feature films, including the franchise properties of Shrek, Madagascar, Kung Fu Panda, How to Train Your Dragon, Puss In Boots and The Croods.
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