Sr Studio Business & Finance Coordinator

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.

The Team:
The Mattel Studios team is charged with developing and producing television content and theatrical films for the Mattel brand. Drawing from existing Mattel IP as well as original pitches, Mattel Studios has a wide range of active projects, spanning all genres.  

The Opportunity: 
The Sr Studio Operations Coordinator reports to the VP of Studio Operations and Strategy within Mattel Studios. Daily tasks include administrative (scheduling, call rolling, travel/expenses) and business (financial modeling, task management, tracking, notetaking, deck-making). Candidate must be able to handle large work volume of typical coordinator duties to support Studio Operations & Strategy under Mattel Studios.   

What Your Impact Will Be: 

• Manage VP’s calendar, internal / external meetings, travel arrangements (e.g. air, hotel, ground as needed), daily/weekly agendas, expense reports 
• Proactively communicate and coordinate meetings with internal executives across Mattel Studios and other Mattel divisions, and third party clients / partners across various time zones and on behalf of VP 
• Draft agendas, meeting notes and follow-ups 
• Provide support with the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, long range plans, project-specific P&Ls and financing plans, ad hoc financial modeling, tracking reports, operational roadmaps, and power point presentations 
• Track the execution of operational tasks and initiatives, and manage database of files on shared drives 
• Support the VP to ensure coordination, integration and communication between Studio, legal and finance 
• Work a full five-day week schedule with a minimum of four days a week in-person out of Mattel’s El Segundo office 
• Handle multiple tasks and projects, with the ability to grow as a project management professional 
• Communicate with the VP on a daily basis, prioritizing messages and requests that come across the desks 

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in business operations coordination, preferably within entertainment or studio environments
• Industry knowledge and an understanding of the current entertainment business and climate are a must 
• Strong Excel Spreadsheet / Modeling skills and proficiency in other Microsoft Office Suite programs (Teams, Word, Powerpoint, Outlook)
• Strong proficiency in building and managing spreadsheets, and data entry 
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with internal and external partners 
• Strong adaptability to changing environments 
• Self-starter with a proactive mindset and strong organizational skills 
• High attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks, particularly data entry 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment 
• Task oriented with organizational and prioritization skills 
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills, including phone skills  
• Experience with Airtable,  
• A degree in business or an equivalent discipline is preferred but not required 

*The pay range is indicative of projected hiring range, however base pay will be determined based on a candidate’s work location, skills and experience. Mattel offers competitive total pay programs, comprehensive benefits, and resources to help empower a culture where every employee can reach their full potential. 

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Join Mattel's Talent Community and start receiving exciting updates about our company, our employees, and our culture. Also, interested in signing up for job alerts? Do so here!

How We Work:
We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:

• We collaborate: Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
• We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
• We execute: We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

Who We Are:
Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Mattel’s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more.

Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers.

Mattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran and protected veteran status, disability status, and or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.

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