Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences · 1 month ago
Director, Talent Relations
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$105K/yr - $115K/yr
6+ years expThe Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences seeks a dynamic and experienced Director, Talent Relations to lead talent engagement and management across high-profile programs and events for the Academy, Academy Foundation, Academy Museum, and the Oscars®. This role involves cultivating relationships with filmmakers and artists to enhance the Academy's mission-driven work while collaborating with various internal teams and external partners.
Association
Responsibilities
Oversee talent relations across the Academy -leading outreach efforts
Secure and manage participation of filmmakers and artists for Museum exhibitions, public screening programs, and signature events such as the Student Academy Awards, Sci Tech Awards, and Oscars-related events
Collaborate with internal teams, including event production, marketing and communications, curatorial, programming and education, member relations, and digital to align talent appearances with institutional goals
Serve as a liaison between Academy-wide events and high-profile talent, their representatives, studios, and partners – working collaboratively with internal teams to support and fulfill requirements necessary for each event and program
Guide and support talent engagement for year-round programs, including educational initiatives, global outreach, and community engagement
Manage a team of direct reports and work with external consultants and vendors, oversee talent tracking reports, agendas, and update documents for leadership
Oversee, manage, and train teams involved with talent outreach, onsite experience, and logistics at Academy-wide events
Maintain comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of the entertainment landscape, including emerging talent and cultural trends
Qualification
Required
A minimum of 6 years' experience is required in talent relations, publicity, artist management, cultural and/or nonprofit, or a related field within the film, media, or arts industries
Must have at least 3 years of people management experience, including direct oversight of staff performance management and professional development
Established network of professional contacts and relationships with artists and industry representatives, with knowledge of global talent strategy, preferably within the entertainment industry
Strong project management skills with the ability to lead multiple programs simultaneously
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a high level of discretion
Intermediate proficiency in MS Office Suite and various electronic communication tools
Proven ability to work collaboratively in a professional work environment and diplomatically with internal teams and external stakeholders
A passion for film, history, and advancing the Academy's mission to inspire imagination and connect the world through cinema
Availability to work evenings and weekends, as needed, for events and programming
A commitment to diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion
Full vaccination against COVID-19 is required, including any booster vaccinations as applicable
Preferred
A bachelor's degree is preferred but not required
Experience working on live events, red carpet moments, and high-stakes talent engagements preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Life insurance.
15 days of PTO, plus company-paid holidays.
Additional time off, including summer hours, winter hours, and a cultural floating holiday.
Paid sick leave.
Paid parental leave.
401k retirement plan with a company match.
Clean Air Commuter Program.
Employee Assistance Program through CompPsych Guidance Resources.
Wellness benefits through Cigna Healthcare.
Free access to 16,000+ online courses through LinkedIn Learning.
Free Academy membership screenings.
Free tickets and screenings at the Academy Museum.
Employee discounts through LifeMart and Working Advantage.
Company
Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is a movie-related organization with a goal of advancing arts and sciences of motion pictures.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Teni Melidonian
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