Talent Relations Coordinator

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

The Talent Relations Coordinator will administratively and operationally support the Senior Director of Talent Relations and provide talent relations, event and admin support to the entire TR team.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Help support talent relations efforts for Universal Television Entertainment Group’s Scripted Talent Relations team which includes Peacock and NBC
• Perform admin tasks including managing calendars, setting time for meetings, updating team docs, taking project notes, securing Peacock codes, tracking talent preferences, supporting the maintenance of talent lists and databases, and more. 
• Assist the Talent Relations team with booking talent travel, creating schedules and coordinating on-site coverage, as necessary.
• Coordinate and facilitate talent participation at key network initiatives including photo shoots, promo shoots, marketing shoots, social media promotion, affiliate and ad sales requests, as well as charity and industry events
• Manage and maintain rep contact sheets, master talent relations questionnaire and database.
• Manage and maintain the talent birthday database.
• Work with larger TR team to coordinate talent gifting and ticketing.
• Process and track charitable contributions.
• Develop positive relationships with talent and their representatives, producers and their teams, internal development staff and publicity counterparts in order to assist in talent retention and cross-functional efforts.
• Process and reconcile invoices, purchasing card and expenses in a timely manner.
• Provide administrative support for Sr. Director as needed
• Provide administrative support for other team leaders when they come to NYC
• Other related duties as assigned by management

Basic Requirements:

• Minimum 1 year of experience in talent relations, publicity, media or entertainment
• Available for minimal travel 
• Ability to exercise a high level of discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information
• Willing to work unanticipated overtime, and on weekends with short notice
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint

Desired Characteristics:

• Knowledge of current events and people within the entertainment industry is preferred
• Ability to juggle a heavy workflow and meet numerous deadlines and shifting priorities
• Self-motivated and able to prioritize work and multitask over a wide range of responsibilities
• Individual must exhibit strong interpersonal skills and ability to work both independently and with a team
• Superior organization skills and high attention to detail
• Highly resourceful and problem solver, even under pressure
• Polished and professional manner when interacting with talent, reps, executives and key stakeholders
• Confident presence and strong communication skills no matter who’s in the room

Additional Requirements:

• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $20-28 hourly rate

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].