Entertainment Director

• Identify, pitch, and secure celebrity talent for video interviews and original programming across Hearst Magazines brands and platforms, including Cosmopolitan, Esquire, ELLE, Harper's BAZAAR, Good Housekeeping, and more.
• Build, cultivate, and maintain strong relationships with publicists, talent managers, agents, studios, and other key industry stakeholders.
• Partner closely with editorial, video, and social teams to align talent bookings with content strategies, audience interests, and major cultural moments.
• Lead outreach efforts, scheduling, and end-to-end logistics for talent bookings from initial pitch through production.
• Negotiate booking terms and ensure all agreements, expectations, and deliverables are communicated clearly and executed successfully.
• Monitor entertainment trends, upcoming releases, industry developments, and emerging talent to inform proactive booking strategies.
• Develop innovative concepts for talent-driven franchises, recurring series, and new video formats that enhance audience engagement.
• Serve as a strategic resource for talent access and entertainment industry insights, helping elevate Hearst Magazines' video programming and brand presence.

• 7+ 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.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills with the ability to represent Hearst Magazines professionally and effectively.
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and talent bookings simultaneously.
• Deep understanding of pop culture, entertainment trends, and the evolving media landscape.
• Collaborative mindset with the 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 the ability to work in the office four days per week and attend on-set productions as needed.

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. Proven ability to negotiate terms, manage relationships, and collaborate across teams to enhance audience engagement and brand presence.

• Celebrity Talent Booking
• Negotiation Skills
• Relationship Management
• Entertainment Industry Insights
• Project Management

• Talent Booking
• Contract Negotiation
• Content Strategy Alignment
• Logistics Management
• Trend Monitoring

• Strong Communication
• Relationship Building
• Organizational Skills
• Collaborative Mindset
• Adaptability

• Entertainment Industry
• Publicists
• Talent Agents
• Media Landscape
• Pop Culture