Job Description
About the Drone Racing League (DRL):
DRL is the world's premier, professional drone racing property for elite pilots. With custom built racing drones traveling 90 MPH, pilots race through the most insane courses across virtual and physical competitions. Merging the digital with the real, DRL delivers innovative drone technology, immersive content, and visually thrilling races on the best sports networks and streaming platforms around the world, including NBC, Twitter, TikTok, YouTube, Fox Sports, Sky Sports, ProSieben, and Weibo. DRL is a division of Infinite Reality, an innovation company powering the next generation of commerce, creativity and connection through AI and immersive technology.
About Infinite Reality:
Infinite Reality (iR) is an innovation company powering the next generation of digital media and ecommerce through AI and immersive technologies. iR's virtual worlds enable brands and creators to fully control how they distribute content, engage audiences, and monetize their creations while maintaining ownership of their data. With deep expertise in Hollywood production and extended reality (XR), iR is redefining the infinite possibilities of connected digital environments in the modern age. iR's portfolio of brands includes the Drone Racing League, XR production facility Thunder Studios, creator talent management firm TalentX, and digital marketing agency Fearless Media. The company is backed by an impressive roster of investors including RSE Ventures, Liberty Media, Lux Capital, Lerer Hippeau, MGM, CAA, T-Mobile Ventures, Courtside VC, Exor, Terracap, IAC, Live Nation, DJ and producer Steve Aoki, rock band Imagine Dragons, NBA player Rudy Gobert, Interscope Records, and more.
The Role:
We are seeking an experienced, accomplished and enthusiastic Chief of Staff for the iR President, Global Business Ventures and Partnerships. Serving as the President's right hand partner, the individual will provide comprehensive support to the President across business development, partnership management, and internal and external communications. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, is a highly organized, responsive and effective communicator, and is eager to bring new ideas and solutions to our growing organization.
What You'll Do:
- Act as the proxy for the President, maintain and optimize calendar, be able to speak on their behalf and represent the President on multiple issues and subjects
- Manage a professional, seamless environment for the organization and keep the President informed and aware of organizational issues, potential concerns, conflicts, etc
- Efficiently prioritize heavy calendar management and be primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders to coordinate complex meetings and busy schedules
- Draft, review, and edit emails, reports, presentations, meeting agendas and other communications for the President and team
- Assess inquiries directed to the President, determine the proper course of action and delegate to the appropriate individual to manage
- Conduct external research and develop meeting/event prep materials, agendas and recaps
- Arrange and coordinate business travel, events, and meetings providing all necessary documents, and adapt quickly to changes in travel, schedules, or requirements
- Track and report on department initiatives and budgets, create and submit expense reports in compliance with company policies
- Organize and maintain confidential files and documents, both physical and digital
- Undertake ad-hoc projects and tasks as assigned by the President/team
- Sports experience is preferred.
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business or related field
- 5+ years experience in executive assistance, project management, and/or client services
- Prior experience working for a C-Suite executive
- Strategic, diplomatic and action-oriented, with impeccable managerial and interpersonal skills
- Proven track record of effectively interacting with senior management
- Excellent organization, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities simultaneously, and collaborate across departments
- High proficiency using Google Suite, Slack, and Microsoft Office (advanced Word/Excel)
- Strong problem-solving and organizational skills with the ability to stay on top of and complete multiple tasks in a timely manner
- Produce work with the highest level of attention to detail and follow up
- Self-starter, taking initiative on new tasks with little guidance or oversight
- Work collaboratively with all other remote employees to maintain a positive working corporate environment
- The utmost level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information
Our Benefits:
- Paid Time-Off: We offer flexible vacation time, 10 company holidays + we shut down Christmas to New Years
- Health Plans: We offer robust medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your dependents
- Disability, life insurance, and FSA benefits are also available
- Wellness: Access to Teladoc and an EAP
- Parental Leave: Paid leave
- Retirement Savings: Contribute pretax earnings to our 401(k) Plan.
Our Culture:
- Passion: Every team member cares about our company, our clients, and the work
- Collaboration: We believe in intentional communication using Slack, Zoom & Lattice
- Positivity: Optimism keeps us motivated and productive
- Adaptability: Embracing change is key to our success
The base pay range for this position is $100,000 - $120,000. The base salary range is applicable across the United States and the offered rate may vary based on factors such as experience, education, market conditions, and location.