Talent Manager

Company Overview

Moonbug Entertainment is an award-winning global entertainment company inspiring kids everywhere to laugh, learn and grow. The company is behind some of the biggest kids’ entertainment brands in the world including CoComelon and Blippi. Shows are available on more than 150 video platforms globally including Netflix, Disney+, BBC iPlayer and YouTube Kids. Moonbug is also a global leader in pre-school music and audio experiences, available on 100+ audio platforms globally. Brands extend beyond the screen to include streaming music, toys, games, books, live events, and theme park exhibits.

Moonbug is part of Candle Media, an independent, creator-friendly home for cutting-edge, high-quality, category-defining brands and franchises.

Working Conditions

• Location: Onsite in the Los Angeles office full time.

The Role

The Talent Manager acts as the connective tissue between the business and Artists. This role is a trusted partner who operates with calm, care, and precision under pressure. You will be the primary bridge between Artists and internal/external teams, handling logistical details and bigger-picture planning to ensure Artists feel nurtured, supported, and set up for long-term success. You will be central to a tight-knit, collaborative team that values creativity and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Talent Care & Relationship Nurturing: Serve as the primary, trusted point of contact for all day-to-day needs across Artists. Foster an empathetic, high-trust environment where talent feels heard, valued, motivated and supported throughout their career trajectory.
• Schedule & Calendar Management: Own and maintain artist calendars, schedules, logistics and deadlines, keeping everything current in real time. Coordinate complex logistics for appearances, shoots, media runs, travel and personal commitments with precision and zero friction.
• Correspondence & Communication Management: Manage all incoming correspondence, scheduling, and communication on behalf of Artists and the Management team, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks.
• Availability & Team Communication: Proactively communicate talent availability, block-out dates, and routing to internal production, brand partnership, and marketing teams to maintain flawless cross-departmental alignment.
• Logistics, Advancements & On-Site Support: Handle logistics and advancement for shoots, meet & greets, travel, and other appearances. Accompany and represent Talent at key shoots, events, production sets, and support and managing real-time schedule adjustments.
• Quality Control: Provide quality control across all artist-facing communications and content, ensuring accuracy, tone and brand consistency before anything reaches Talent or partners.
• Crisis Management & Problem-Solving: Act as a calm, solutions-oriented presence when issues arise – on the ground and remotely – resolving problems quickly and discreetly.
• Workload Advocacy: Act as a firm advocate for the talent’s time and mental health while capitalizing on strategic high-value opportunities.

Requirements

• 2–4+ years of experience in talent management, agency assistance, publicity coordination, or talent logistics within the LA entertainment or digital media ecosystem.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a proven track record of managing high-touch, sensitive interpersonal relationships.
• Mastery of calendar logistics and project management tools (Google Workspace, Asana, Notion, or similar) with exceptional attention to detail.
• High emotional intelligence (EQ) and a natural instinct for hospitality, caregiving, mentorship, and relationship-building.
• Deep understanding of fast-paced production schedules and expectations.

Benefits

• Base compensation range: $90,000 - $120,000
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Free Food & Snacks
• Wellness Resources

Commitment to Inclusion

At Moonbug Entertainment, we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment. We believe that diversity enriches our workplace and enhances our ability to innovate and connect with audiences around the world. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are dedicated to fostering a culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their unique perspectives and talents to the table. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application and interview processes.