Talent Relations Manager

Marketing, Media & Creative · Marketing & Advertising · Content Strategy

In short

The Ringer is looking for a Talent Relations Manager with 5+ years of experience to book high-profile talent for their podcast network. This role involves building relationships with talent representatives, developing guest strategies, and ensuring smooth communication between hosts, producers, and leadership.

Responsibilities

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.

Requirements

5+ years of relevant experience working with celebrities, creators, managers, publicists, or other partners across the entertainment industry.
Demonstrated track record of booking high-profile guests and building trusted relationships with talent and their representatives.
Persuasive and thoughtful communicator who knows how to develop and pitch opportunities to internal and external partners.
Experience booking talent for podcasts, digital content, television, film, or related entertainment formats.
Professionalism, discretion, sound judgment, and strong organizational skills.
Comfortable adapting to changing talent needs and traveling when the role requires it.

Desired Qualifications

Use audience insights, performance data, and strong editorial judgment to inform talent and booking decisions.
Strong understanding of pop culture and stay curious about emerging talent, conversations, and cultural moments.

Benefits

Salary range: $92,126–$131,609
Equity
Health insurance
Six-month paid parental leave
401(k) retirement plan
Monthly meal allowance
23 paid days off
Paid flexible holidays
Paid sick leave
Extensive learning opportunities through GreenHouse
Flexible share incentives
Global parental leave
All The Feels employee assistance program and self-care hub
Flexible public holidays

Skills

talent relationspodcastcontent strategycommunicationproject managementpop culture

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