Manager, Talent Relations & Events
FX Networks
Los Angeles, CAThis was removed by the employer on 5/2/2018 1:18:00 PM PST
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JOB DESCRIPTION
FX Networks is seeking a Manager of Talent Relations & Events to help manage all aspects of network events, projects, and festivals and be a point of contact for all participating talent. This position is a key member of the Talent Relations & Events team, which handles all talent relations and a high volume of events, premieres, and festivals for the network.
The successful candidate will have at least 3-5 years of talent relations and event experience, thrive in a fast-paced environment, be extremely organized, have a keen attention to detail, strong communication and problem-solving skills, and be able to interact with senior executives and talent with a high level of customer service and professionalism. The ability to work evenings and weekends, and travel overnight as needed is required.
Responsibilities:
• Work closely with the Director of Talent Relations & Events and the FNG Event Marketing team to manage all aspects of network events, including budget and booking of screening, red carpet and after party venues.
• Act as chief talent liaison for local marketing shoots, including securing talent participation, creating and providing talent with detailed itineraries, meeting talent upon arrival, being the main point of contact for the talent leading up to and during these events, and managing their participation in the shoot.
• Assist in managing events and festivals (Upfronts, TCA, Comic Con, FYC Screenings, ATX, etc.), including creating and managing detailed itineraries for talent, traveling with the talent, and managing talent attendance at event.
• Coordinate lists, seating charts, invites and RSVPs for premiere screenings and parties, working in tandem with FX Networks Media Relations and other internal departments.
• Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with network talent and their publicists, managers, and agents.
• Manage day-to-day Talent Relations activities, including handling the department's gift budget, and selecting and distributing gifts for various occasions.
Requirements:
• Four year degree in Communications or related field preferred
• At least 3-5 years of talent relations and events experience required
• Strong communication, interpersonal and listening skills
• Excellent computer skills in Word, Excel and Outlook required
• Good math and reasoning skills
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, and the ability to make on-the-spot common sense decisions
• Must have an eye for detail and the ability to handle a high volume of information quickly and accurately
• Must be self-motivated, poised, patient, and able to interact professionally with senior executives and talent at all times
• Must be able to travel overnight, work evenings and weekends as needed, and be on call 24/7 during events and festivals
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.