Talent Manager, Tastemade
Contract
Video content & original programming
Job no longer available
Video content & original programming
201-500 employees
Job no longer available
201-500 employees
Company mission
To engage global audiences across digital platforms.
Role
Who you are
- Impeccable taste. The talent you source is an extension and representation of our brand
- 4-6 years relevant professional experience in talent for branded content partnerships, specifically pricing and packaging from the publisher side, across digital media and experiential activations
- Strong interpersonal skills. You can find a way to engage anyone with your words
- Fluent in all things social media. You can navigate Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, Snapchat and beyond like the back of your hand to source amazing talent and influencers
- Experience working with traditional and digital talent in the unscripted space for brand sponsored content
- Master negotiator. You don’t back down from a challenge
- Networking is second nature to you. You will bring strong industry contacts and relationships
- An eye for spotting best in class brand campaigns featuring talent
- Ability to think on your feet and take initiative to improve or create effective processes
- You are a true self starter and feel comfortable working autonomously
- A smile. We like those around here :)
- Superior written/verbal and analytical skills
- Excellent time management skills and ability to work collaboratively
- A passion for Tastemade and a positive, upbeat attitude
What the job involves
- Foster relationships with agents and managers to identify and recruit traditional on-camera hosts, accessible celebrities and digital influencers with a strong social following and/or creators who share Tastemade’s voice and content creation sensibility for branded content campaigns and original network programming
- Work with the Head of Talent & Casting to align talent choices with assigned branded content project across the sales pipeline from RFP to Post-Sale
- Manage the talent databases and trackers as it pertains to branded and original content projects
- Create presentations, decks, and pitch materials as needed for Talent programs for internal and external presentations
- Support the Sales and Brand Strategy teams in the pricing, packaging and execution of talent based content programs
- Lead, draft and manage the negotiation and contract execution for assigned talent programs
- Participate in brainstorms, pitches, and client meetings
- Work with marketing and PR teams to help story tell / build profile of Tastemade talent
- Actively engage with the food, travel, design and lifestyle communities in the US and across the globe
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment!
Our take
Tastemade is a modern media company bringing food, travel, and design videos direct to consumers through a multi-platform experience. With strong core values of inclusivity and diversity, the company showcases and celebrates the richness of all cultures through real-life storytelling.
With Tastemade, users can subscribe to and support "Makers" on the platform, unlocking access, perks, discounts, and more. Makers are also able to run experiences both online and in-person, or create and publish entire shows. In addition, the website acts as a hub for users to find globally-inspired recipes for any occasion.
With over 300 million monthly viewers, amassing 700 million minutes watched, Tastemade has clearly engaged a global and passionate audience for its content. Partnerships with the likes of Disney and Walmart show that the company is held in high regard, and its expansion across different categories showcases the opportunity for continued expansion.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
0% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 5 rounds)
Oct 2018
$35m
SERIES E
Dec 2015
$40m
SERIES D
Total funding: $115.3m
Company benefits
- Stock options
- Flexible vacation policy and paid company holidays
- Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, Life EAP, and 401K benefits
- Apple iMac, MacBook or equivalent hardware
- Monthly wellness stipend to support your physical and mental health
- Monthly electronics allowance to partially offset cell phone and internet costs
- One-time home office equipment stipend
- Professional development by way of a feedback-driven culture, regular performance check-ins, and in-house mentorship and support programs
- Collaborative, passionate, and fun colleagues!
Company HQ
Santa Monica, CA
Leadership
Larry Fitzgibbon
(Co-founder)Before co-founding Tastemade, Larry was part of the founding team for Demand Media and worked as EVP of media and operations. Before this, they were the VP of Business Development for Citysearch, and VP of distribution at Intertainer, a video-on-demand company.
Joe Perez
(Co-founder & Board Member)Before co-founding Tastemade, Joe worked at Demand Media as EVP of Product and Community. They have also co-founded Livestrong.com, a diet and nutrition website, and been the SVP of Product Strategy and Network operations for Fox Interactive Media.
Steven Kydd
(Co-founder)Before co-founding Tastemade, Steven was a founding member and EVP of Demand Media. Prior to this, they were VP of Business Development and Strategy at Yahoo! Media Group and the Executive Director of Internet marketing for 20th Century Fox International.
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