Associate Director, Talent & Programming
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Job Location:
New York City, NY - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
3 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Associate Director of Talent & Programming oversees talent sourcing logistics management and programming development for large-scale culinary and wine events. This role is responsible for curating high-quality programming while ensuring seamless execution of cooking demonstrations wine seminars and talent-driven experiences.
Working closely with editorial event public relations and cross-functional teams this position shapes event schedules manages talent relationships from outreach through on-site execution and leads a small team to deliver exceptional programming.
This is a hybrid role with in-office and remote flexibility.
Key Responsibilities
Talent Sourcing
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Lead talent sourcing efforts across chefs winemakers beverage professionals and culinary personalities
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Identify prioritize and secure high-profile talent aligned with programming goals
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Maintain strong relationships with talent agents publicists and industry partners
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Support editorial-driven talent initiatives and outreach efforts
Programming Development & Curation
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Collaborate with editorial teams to develop and curate event programming schedules
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Assess programming needs event flow and capacity requirements
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Ensure programming is diverse innovative and aligned with brand standards
Talent & Programming Logistics
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Oversee production and execution of seminars and demonstrations
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Manage talent logistics including scheduling travel coordination and on-site support
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Partner with production and operations teams to ensure seamless event execution
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Serve as primary point of contact for talent during planning and on-site activities
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Ensure exceptional hospitality and talent preparedness
Team Leadership & Collaboration
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Manage and mentor direct reports providing guidance and development opportunities
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Editorial PR Operations Production Sponsorship and Marketing
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Oversee talent-related budgets including forecasting expense tracking and reconciliation
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Support sponsorship execution as needed
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Ensure clear communication across teams to facilitate smooth execution
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelors degree preferred in marketing communications or a related field; equivalent experience considered
Experience:
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7 years of experience in talent management event programming editorial programming or live event production
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Experience working with high-profile or celebrity talent preferred
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Prior people management experience required
Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
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Strong understanding of culinary wine and beverage industries including emerging trends
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Proven ability to manage complex logistics and multiple stakeholders
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Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills
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Ability to thrive in fast-paced high-pressure live event environments
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Flexibility to work non-traditional hours during peak planning and event execution periods
Key Skills
- Program assessment
- FDA Regulations
- Manufacturing & Controls
- Program Evaluation
- budget forecast
- Research Experience
- Operations Management
- Research & Development
- Strategic Planning
- Contract Management
- Leadership Experience
- negotiation
