Talent Relations Manager

Spotify Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 92.000 - 132.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Six-month parental leave

401(k) retirement plan

Monthly meal allowance

23 paid days off

Paid flexible holidays

Paid sick leave

Zusammenfassung

The Ringer is seeking an experienced Talent Relations Manager to book guests and partner with hosts, producers, and content teams across our podcast slate. You'll leverage relationships across entertainment, deliver strategic guest opportunities aligned with editorial priorities, and support teams with prep materials while traveling as needed.

Based in Los Angeles, this role blends fast-paced storytelling with careful relationship management.

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years of experience working with celebrities, creators, managers, or partners in entertainment.
• Proven track record booking high-profile guests and building trusted relationships.
• Persuasive communicator able to pitch opportunities to partners.

Aufgaben

• Manage talent bookings across The Ringer’s podcast network with hosts and producers.
• Build workflows and regular communication with show teams and planning around events.
• Develop guest strategies aligned with each show’s audience and priorities.
• Support hosts in preparing for guest appearances with needed information.
• Maintain relationships with talent, managers, agents, publicists, and studios.
• Keep internal and external partners informed about new shows and opportunities.
• Serve as a bridge between show teams and senior leadership.

Kenntnisse

Talent bookings

Relationship management

Communication

Editorial judgment

Podcasts experience

Travel flexibility

Jobbeschreibung

The Ringer is looking for an experienced Talent Relations Manager to work with high-profile talent and book guests across our slate of shows. You’ll partner closely with our content teams, hosts, and producers to identify compelling talent opportunities and strategically book guests who connect with each show’s audience. You’ll bring strong relationships across the entertainment industry, sound judgment, and a genuine passion for podcasts and culture.

What You'll Do

• Manage talent bookings across The Ringer’s podcast network, partnering closely with hosts and producers to identify and secure compelling guests.
• Build consistent workflows and communication with show teams, including regular check-ins, guest pitches, and planning around tentpole events and key coverage moments.
• Develop thoughtful guest strategies that align talent opportunities with each show’s audience, voice, and editorial priorities.
• Support hosts and producers in preparing for guest appearances and help ensure teams have the information and resources they need.
• Build trusted relationships with hosts across the network and act as a bridge between show teams and senior leadership.
• Develop and maintain strong external relationships with talent, managers, agents, publicists, PR firms, studios, and networks.
• Keep internal and external partners informed about new shows, launches, and opportunities across The Ringer network.

Who You Are

• You have 5+ years of relevant experience working with celebrities, creators, managers, publicists, or other partners across the entertainment industry.
• You have a demonstrated track record of booking high-profile guests and building trusted relationships with talent and their representatives.
• You are a persuasive and thoughtful communicator who knows how to develop and pitch opportunities to internal and external partners.
• You use audience insights, performance data, and strong editorial judgment to inform talent and booking decisions.
• You have experience booking talent for podcasts, digital content, television, film, or related entertainment formats.
• You have a strong understanding of pop culture and stay curious about emerging talent, conversations, and cultural moments.
• You bring professionalism, discretion, sound judgment, and strong organizational skills to sensitive and fast-moving situations.
• You are comfortable adapting to changing talent needs and traveling when the role requires it.

Where You'll Be

• This role is based in Los Angeles, California.
• We offer you the flexibility to work where you work best! There will be some in person meetings, but still allows for flexibility to work from home. We ask that you come in 3-4 days a week.

Learn about life at Spotify

The United States base range for this position is $92,126–$131,609, plus equity. The benefits available for this position include health insurance, six-month paid parental leave, 401(k) retirement plan, monthly meal allowance, 23 paid days off, paid flexible holidays, and paid sick leave. These ranges may be modified in the future.

Extensive learning opportunities, through our dedicated team, GreenHouse.

Flexible share incentives letting you choose how you share in our success.

Global parental leave, six months off - for all new parents.

All The Feels, our employee assistance program and self-care hub.

Flexible public holidays, swap days off according to your values and beliefs.