Talent Acquisition Specialist

5 days ago

New York, New York, United States Vaco by Highspring Full time $60,000 - $75,000 per year

**Client: Well Known Entertainment Agency

Role: Talent Acquisition Specialist

Payrate: $28/hr

Hybrid 3 days a week onsite

Contract 3-6 month contract

Location: Midtown, Manhattan (*Hybrid - 3 to 4 days a week onsite*)

***Preferred Workday Experience

***Must have experience coordinating and performing preliminary screens with candidates.
Overview:
A top entertainment agency is seeking a detail-oriented and resourceful
Recruiting Coordinator**
to support its fast-paced recruiting efforts across a wide range of departments, including Talent Representation, Film, TV, Music, Digital Media, and Corporate functions. This role is critical in ensuring a smooth and engaging experience for both candidates and hiring teams.

The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, thrives in a high-volume environment, and is passionate about the entertainment industry and talent acquisition.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage high-volume candidate flow and applicant tracking for various departments and entry-level roles
  • Coordinate and schedule interviews (phone, video, and in-person) across different teams and locations
  • Conduct initial phone screens, informational calls, and reference checks
  • Post job descriptions and maintain accurate listings on job boards and internal platforms
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for candidates throughout the hiring process
  • Maintain up-to-date candidate information in the applicant tracking system (e.g., Workday)
  • Process new hire documentation and support onboarding coordination
  • Communicate effectively with recruiters, hiring managers, and candidates to ensure seamless interview logistics
  • Assist in sourcing qualified candidates and maintaining talent pipelines for ongoing and future hiring needs
  • Support the execution of recruiting events and projects, including internship and entry-level hiring initiatives
  • Prepare recruiting reports and presentations using Excel and PowerPoint
  • Contribute to diversity, equity, and inclusion recruiting strategies and initiatives

Qualifications:

  • 2+ years of experience in a Recruiting Coordinator, HR Assistant, or Talent Acquisition support role, preferably in entertainment, media, or a related industry
  • Experience with applicant tracking systems (Workday a plus)
  • Strong multitasking, time management, and organizational skills
  • High attention to detail and ability to thrive in a deadline-driven environment
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all levels of an organization
  • Team-oriented, proactive, and able to adapt to shifting priorities
  • Demonstrated interest in the entertainment industry and recruitment
  • Experience supporting DEI hiring efforts is a plus
  • Passion for building meaningful candidate experiences and supporting career pathways in entertainment

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