Senior Entertainment Manager

Hearst Health

. Identify, pitch, and secure celebrity talent for video interviews, original programming, and cross-platform content across Hearst Magazines brands .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • United StatesSenior💰 $116,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in booking celebrity talent for digital video and social media, with a strong network of industry contacts and a deep understanding of entertainment trends. Excels in communication, negotiation, and organizational skills to manage multiple talent bookings and align with content strategies.

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Talent Booking ExperienceNegotiation SkillsRelationship ManagementEntertainment Industry KnowledgeOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Talent BookingContent Strategy AlignmentLogistics ManagementNegotiationTrend Monitoring

Soft Skills

CommunicationRelationship BuildingAdaptabilityOrganizational Ability

Industry Keywords

Celebrity TalentPublicistsTalent AgentsEntertainment ExecutivesDigital VideoSocial MediaPop CultureMedia Landscape

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify, pitch, and secure celebrity talent for video interviews, original programming, and cross-platform content across Hearst Magazines brands
Build and maintain relationships with publicists, talent managers, agents, studios, and entertainment industry partners
Partner with editorial, video, and social teams to align talent bookings with content strategies, audience interests, and cultural moments
Lead outreach, scheduling, and end-to-end logistics for talent bookings from initial pitch through production
Negotiate booking terms and ensure expectations, deliverables, and agreements are clearly communicated and executed
Monitor entertainment trends, upcoming releases, industry developments, and emerging talent
Develop talent-driven franchises, recurring series, and original video concepts
Advise on talent access and entertainment industry insights to elevate Hearst Magazines' video programming and brand presence

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience booking celebrity talent for digital video, social media, entertainment, or related content formats
Demonstrated success securing high-profile talent and managing relationships across all levels of the entertainment industry
Established network of contacts including publicists, talent agents, managers, studios, and entertainment executives
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and talent bookings simultaneously
Deep knowledge of pop culture, entertainment trends, and the evolving media landscape
Ability to work effectively across editorial, social, video, production, and business teams
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, adapt to changing priorities, and identify new opportunities for audience growth
Based in Los Angeles, CA, with required office attendance four days per week and attendance at on-set productions as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Access to innovative training programs, immersive workshops, and exclusive industry events
Hybrid work flexibility
Employee Resource Groups
Medical, dental, and vision insurance from Day 1
401(k) plan with a generous company match