Senior Manager, Talent Strategy

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

FOX Entertainment

With a legacy spanning more than 35 years, FOX Entertainment is one of the world’s most recognizable media brands and a prolific content producer across its iconic broadcast network and both owned and third-party streaming platforms. Known for its independent, innovative spirit and provocative, groundbreaking storytelling, the company was reinvented in 2019 with the formation of FOX Entertainment. While maintaining its leadership in broadcast television (9-1-1: Lone Star, The Simpsons, The Cleaning Lady, Hell’s Kitchen, LEGO Masters), the company is actively building a portfolio of businesses and library of owned original content. To date, FOX Entertainment’s long-term growth strategy has included the acquisitions of award-winning animation studio Bento Box Entertainment (Bob’s Burgers, The Great North, Krapopolis, Grimsburg), entertainment platform TMZ, and global production studio MarVista Entertainment (The Way Home, Rescuing Christmas), as well as the formation of the culinary and lifestyle content venture Studio Ramsay Global (Next Level Chef, Gordon Ramsay’s Food Stars) in partnership with Gordon Ramsay. The company also established its in-house unscripted studio FOX Alternative Entertainment (The Masked Singer, Snake Oil, I Can See Your Voice, Name That Tune), FOX Entertainment Studios (Animal Control) to develop scripted content, and worldwide content sales unit FOX Entertainment Global.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Senior Manager of Talent Strategy will play a key role in the casting operations for both scripted and unscripted content across Fox Entertainment Studios. The Senior Manager of Talent Strategy will act as a strategic liaison, coordinating between talent, producers, talent agencies, internal departments, and external partners to ensure the seamless casting of series regulars, talent submissions, and other talent needs. Additionally, the Senior Manager of Talent Strategy is responsible for identifying and introducing talent at all levels to the studio team. The role combines project management, talent outreach, relationship building, and hands-on casting activities, supporting development and current productions, series, original movies, and films in various stages of production.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Talent Outreach & Relations

• Act as a primary point of contact for talent agencies, managers, publicists, and casting directors
• Build and maintain strong relationships with industry contacts
• Support unscripted talent efforts, including outreach, submission review, and ongoing relationship management
• Maintain updated talent databases, grids, and pitch materials
• Identify talent for all studio talent needs

Casting & Booking Support

• Collaborate with producers and internal teams to generate character breakdowns, provide suggestions for series regular roles, and review script material
• Facilitate auditions, rehearsals, and casting sessions, including scheduling, running, and producing in-person or virtual sessions
• Assist with talent booking, pitching, and securing talent for key projects
• Manage the creation of talent presentations using photo/video assets, with familiarity in basic editing software
• Support the creation and administration of department-wide databases and tracking tools

Coordination & Communication

• Act as liaison between internal departments (studio, production, legal, business affairs) and external talent representatives
• Oversee the approval process for breakdowns and audition materials
• Respond promptly to casting inquiries from production teams, agents, and talent
• Facilitate actor travel arrangements, start paperwork, and related logistics
• Produce monthly talent news and updates for awareness across the entire studio

Project Management & Administrative Duties

• Research and recommend suitable independent casting directors for pilots and series
• Support senior casting executives in supervising casting staff on various projects
• Maintain discipline-specific databases and ensure accurate documentation of all casting activities

Industry & Trend Awareness

• Stay current on pop culture, talent trends, and industry developments to inform casting strategies
• Attend casting and talent-related events as needed, including after-hours and weekends

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• 8+ years of experience in casting, talent booking, or related areas within television, film, or digital media
• Proven relationships with talent agencies, managers, publicists, and industry professionals
• Hands-on experience in casting, auditioning, and talent interviews
• Strong organizational skills, detail orientation, and ability to multitask under tight deadlines
• Strong talent relationships at every level
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), basic editing tools (e.g., Canva, iMovie), and casting software (e.g., Cast-It)
• Knowledge of SAG-AFTRA rates and union guidelines relevant to episodic television
• Deep passion for pop culture, television, movies, and music
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently
• Strategic thinker with excellent prioritization skills
• Capable of managing high-volume requests with professionalism and flexibility
• High emotional intelligence; personable, adaptable, and able to handle varying personalities

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