We are seeking a contractor located in Los Angeles to provide support to the Talent Experiences & Gifting Team. This contractor will have a crucial role in the planning of exclusive experiences and gifts for talent, including Directors, Producers, Writers, and Lead Actors. These efforts range from providing gifts during productions to celebrating significant life events like birthdays, awards ceremonies, festivals, get-well occasions, and the arrival of newborns. They will research trends and form relationships with brands, consultants, and vendors to pitch creative ideas and create unique gifting moments and experiences for our talent. They will collaborate with internal cross-functional partners on projects and will work to create efficient workflows and practices. They will take on other duties, as assigned, to help support, grow, and scale this department.
The Ideal Candidate Is • Passionate and well-informed about global trends encompassing gifts, experiences, luxury brands, and sought-after items; Enthusiastic about conducting research • Eager to understand the preferences of gift recipients to curate meaningful gifts • Brings valuable experience collaborating with talent and their representatives, along with senior executives • Exceptionally organized with a meticulous eye for detail • Effective communicator who recognizes the significance of strong communication skills • Proficient in juggling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting challenging deadlines • A proactive, optimistic, and cooperative team player • Adaptable to high-pressure situations, possessing excellent project management abilities to oversee a substantial workload • Innovative and creative thinker unafraid to challenge conventional methods and devise efficient • processes to enhance the global gifting program • Curious and receptive to gaining insights not only within their immediate responsibilities but also across various facets of the organization • A creative problem solver who is self-sufficient and has great judgment
Requirements • A Bachelor's (BA/BS) Degree or equivalent, with relevant experience. • A minimum of 3 years of experience within an entertainment studio, particularly in roles related to talent relations, public relations, creative marketing, or events departments, and/or in curating gifts for celebrity talent. • Capability and willingness to work independently within a hybrid working setup. • Proficiency in Google Suite and familiarity with industry data tools such as IMDB and Celebrity Intelligence. Knowledge of Airtable a plus. • In-depth knowledge of above-the-line talent and talent agencies. • Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.