Maria B.

Global Entertainment Professional | Executive Support Expertise Across Film, Television & Media Industries

Marina del Rey, California, United States

About

With a strong foundation in Business Administration and extensive experience across all major film studios, I bring a global perspective and a versatile skill set to every opportunity. My ability to connect internationally is strengthened by my fluency in English, Portuguese, Italian, Spanish, and French, along with my ongoing studies in Japanese, allowing me to collaborate seamlessly across diverse markets and cultures. My background spans International Television Production, Marketing, Advertising, Business & Legal Affairs, Creative Development, Music, Participation & Royalties, Finance, and Business Strategy. I thrive in fast-paced, high-level entertainment environments where adaptability, discretion, and strategic thinking are essential. Driven by a commitment to excellence, I consistently strive to exceed expectations by leveraging my experience, professionalism, and passion for the media and entertainment industry to foster innovation, collaboration, and operational success.

Experience

  • Sony Pictures Entertainment (On-site)
    • Executive Administrative Assistant
      Jan 2019 - Apr 2024 · 5 yrs 4 mos

      I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and speak, read and write five languages fluently such as Portuguese, Italian, French, Spanish and English. My diverse background and global perspective allow me to adapt easily, manage complex schedules, and maintain professionalism in fast-paced, demanding environments.

    • Executive Administrative Assistant
      Jan 2017 - Apr 2024 · 7 yrs 4 mos

    • Administrative Assistant IV
      Dec 2014 - Apr 2024 · 9 yrs 5 mos

      • Provide administrative support for day-to-day operations • Coordinate program and leadership planning meetings, management and project calendars • Compose, edit, format and type professional correspondence, memoranda, reports, etc • Develop and maintain record keeping and reporting systems • Maintain supplies inventory • Help coordinate logistics for conferences, travel, meetings and other programming • Support planning and execution of Center's events • Conduct research and provide other assistance and support for Center Director and Coordinator • Coordinate Center activities and schedules • Handle general office administration • Coordinate communications among program partners and stakeholders

  • Executive Assistant at CONFIDENTIAL FILM STUDIO
    Mar 2017 - Apr 2024 · 7 yrs 2 mos

  • Executive Assistant at Fox International Channels
    May 2011 - Jun 2014 · 3 yrs 2 mos

    • Answered telephone, screen calls, route callers, take messages, respond to internal and external inquiries, and provided routine information within the scope of authority. • Scheduled, organized, and coordinated meetings, including travel, transportation and hotel arrangements, coordination, preparation, and distribution of materials, agendas, notes and handouts. • Composed memorandums, letters, forms, procedures, contracts, meeting notes, as well as other documents and correspondence, as appropriate. • Arranged detailed and extensive international travel plans and itineraries and compiles travel documentation and expense reports. Familiar with Fox invoice system. • Maintained filing system and completed additional projects, monthly and weekly reports. • Schedule executive's appointments, maintain and update daily calendar. • Managed organizing all planning international VC calls, phone and conference calls involving frequent changes. • Requested visitor drive-on, ordering badges, booking conference room, guest rooms, studio tours, AV Equipment, organizing events, dinners, coordinated activities, events, including meetings, off sites and conference all over the globe. • Fox online domestic and international travel arrangements, including car service, hotels, etc. • Arranged complex corporate membership registrations, online, trade and worldwide publication. • Monitored and ordered office supplies, and other general office responsibilities as needed.

  • FMG Executive Assistant at Fox
    Nov 2009 - Dec 2010 · 1 yr 2 mos

    Working closely with the entire FMG in LA, New York and Berlin.

  • EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND CIO at Fox Networks Group
    Jun 2008 - Nov 2009 · 1 yr 6 mos

    Answered telephone, screen calls, route callers, take messages, respond to internal and external inquiries, and provided routine information within the scope of authority. Coordinated on a weekly basis with public notary all on legal agreements and documents requiring signature, apostilled, notarization, acknowledgment, power of attorney, etc. Composed memorandums, letters, forms, procedures, distribution and arranging signature of all FIC international legal contracts and assisted with redlining, as well as a preparation of legal documents and correspondence. Maintained legal filing system. Scheduled, organized, and coordinated meetings, including travel, transportation and hotel arrangements, coordination, preparation and distribution. Arranged detailed and extensive international travel plans and itineraries. Compiled travel documentation and expense reports. Familiar with Fox invoice system.