Talent Acquisition Specialist

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

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

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