Senior Manager, Talent Relations

Forbes

4d•$100,000 - $110,000•Remote

About The Position

Forbes is seeking a Senior Manager, Talent Relations to join the Forbes Creator Network team. This role will drive the growth of the talent recommendation engine and secure compelling creators and hosts to meet advertiser, content, and events strategic needs. The position is a critical connector between top-tier talent, industry representation, and premium brand opportunities. The individual will be deeply embedded in the creator economy, building new talent opportunities, maintaining and growing the internal roster, and representing the Creator Network. Forbes is an iconic global media brand that has symbolized success for over a century. Fueled by journalism that informs and inspires, Forbes spotlights the doers and doings shaping industries, achieving success and making an impact on the world. Forbes connects and convenes the most influential communities ranging from billionaires, business leaders and rising entrepreneurs to creators and innovators. The Forbes brand reaches more than 140 million people monthly worldwide through its trusted journalism, signature ForbesLive events and 49 licensed local editions in 81 countries.

Requirements

5-7 years of experience in talent management, talent relations, casting, or within a digital talent agency.
Proven success booking and negotiating talent for branded content, digital series, advertising campaigns, or hosting roles.
An existing network of relationships with talent managers, digital agents, publicists, and independent digital creators.
Highly organized with experience managing talent databases, roster libraries, or casting decks smoothly under tight deadlines.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to confidently navigate the unique personalities and needs of high-profile creators and corporate clients.

Nice To Haves

Preference will be given to candidates based on the West Coast, with the Los Angeles area preferred.
Open to remote candidates based in one of the states that we actively recruit from (California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, & Washington).

Responsibilities

Support and optimize the proprietary talent recommendation workflow, strategically identifying the right creators and influential talent for upcoming advertiser, content and live events opportunities.
Source, pitch, and secure high-profile hosts and digital creators to align with advertiser needs and premium branded content initiatives.
Build and scale a new creator correspondent program to expand on-the-ground media presence and event coverage.
Manage and maintain the comprehensive creator roster, ensuring data, metrics, and talent archetypes are up-to-date for cross-functional pitching.
Nurture and expand ongoing relationships with top talent agencies, management firms, and independent digital creators. This includes attending creator economy meetups and industry events to source fresh talent, discover rising stars, and elevate Forbes in the creator space.