Senior Talent Director

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic partner to sales, marketing, and creative teams to drive revenue growth through talent-led initiatives.
• Source, cast, and book high-profile talent including celebrities, influencers, athletes, and artists for branded content and advertising programs.
• Lead client pitches by developing high-impact talent pitch decks to secure new business.
• Manage all aspects of contractual talent booking, including negotiations, music clearances, content usage, and SAG guidelines.
• Nurture and maintain relationships with talent agencies, PR firms, record labels, and digital influencer agencies.
• Oversee talent during on-site productions and at Condé Nast tentpole events.
• Collaborate with legal and finance teams to execute complex talent agreements and optimize commercial processes.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in talent partnerships, influencer marketing, creator relations, or business development.
• Expertise in negotiating complex talent agreements and managing high-level contractual bookings.
• Deep understanding of SAG guidelines, music clearances, and content usage rights.
• Proven track record of managing large budgets and driving measurable business impact.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams like Sales, Legal, and Creative.
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage high-volume programs in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within an agency, entertainment, production, or media setting.
• Background in the creator economy, social media platforms, or influencer technology.
• Familiarity with creator measurement platforms and social analytics tools.
• Experience with global talent partnerships and international markets.
• Knowledge of media rights, licensing, and intellectual property considerations.

About the Company

Condé Nast is a global media company producing the highest quality content with a footprint of more than 1 billion consumers in 32 territories. Our portfolio includes the world’s most respected media properties, such as Vogue, Vanity Fair, GQ, The New Yorker, Wired, and Bon Appétit.