Coordinator, Talent Relations & Events (Disney Television Studios)

Job ID 10105334 Location Los Angeles, California, United States Business Disney Entertainment Television Date posted Nov. 07, 2024

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Job Summary:

Disney Television Studios is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented professional with a passion for talent relations and event planning. In this role, you will manage personalized gifting for actors and producers, support high-profile events, manage department expenses, and maintain and update a comprehensive talent database. Additionally, you will provide administrative support to two executives in the Talent Relations and Special Events department, including coordinating travel and expenses. The ideal candidate excels in talent-facing roles, has a keen eye for luxury gifting trends, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication, organizational skills, and flexibility to work occasional nights and weekends are essential for success in this position. Must be an incredibly proactive team player, and have a positive can-do attitude, while always using utmost discretion.

Responsibilities:

Manage department expense reporting, invoice processing, vendor paperwork, and maintain trackers, databases, guest lists, and event calendars.
Oversee the talent database, including representative contacts, cast information, talent birthdays, addresses, and track production timelines, series wraps, and major milestones.
Research and select personalized gifts for talent and producers for various occasions, including birthdays, life moments, and awards.
Assist with fulfilling talent requests for tickets and VIP visits to Disney properties.
Liaise with talent and their representatives, handling sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Support television studio and network/platform events, assisting talent and executives as needed (which can include evenings and weekends).
Assist in planning and executing talent dinners, screenings, receptions, and other talent-facing events, as well as support larger events like premieres, wrap parties, and conventions.
Provide administrative support including travel booking, calendar maintenance and expense processing.

Basic Qualifications:

1+ year of related entertainment industry experience, especially in talent-facing roles and event planning.
Strong interest in talent relations, event planning, and the television industry.
Exceptional taste and in-depth knowledge of luxury items and ability to build partnerships with retailers and vendors.
Proven ability to maintain confidentiality, remain composed under pressure, and interact effectively with high-profile talent.
Basic understanding of entertainment publicity and industry contacts (agents, managers, publicists, media outlets, etc.).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Self-starter with a positive attitude, able to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with proficiency in Outlook, Excel, and G-Suite.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of designers and current gifting trends.
Familiarity with Zkipster or other guest management platforms.
Experience with Canva and/or Photoshop.
Passion for television.

Preferred Education:

Bachelor’s degree preferred

The hiring range for this position in Los Angeles, CA is $53,300 to $71,300 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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About Disney Entertainment Television:

Disney Entertainment Television is a collection of renowned content brands at The Walt Disney Company creating original entertainment and news programming for the company’s streaming platforms Disney+, Hulu and Star, and its broadcast and cable networks. Its extensive portfolio is comprised of ABC Entertainment, ABC News, ABC Owned Television Stations, Disney Branded Television, Freeform, FX, Hulu Originals, National Geographic Content and Onyx Collective, in addition to Disney Television Studios, which include 20th Television, 20th Television Animation, ABC Signature and Walt Disney Television Alternative. Responsible for over 4,500 hours of programming a year across more than 300 programs of all genres, Disney Entertainment Television’s creative brands are at the forefront of groundbreaking storytelling, captivating audiences and generating critical acclaim. In 2023, Disney Entertainment Television’s programming excellence earned 163 Emmy® nominations across daytime, primetime, news & documentary, and children’s & family categories.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with ABC, Inc., which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment Television.

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