Talent Relations Manager - The Ringer

Spotify • Full-time • Los Angeles, CA • 4d ago

Why This Job is Featured on The SaaS Jobs

A Talent Relations Manager role is a useful lens on how subscription and platform businesses build retention through programming, not just product features. The Ringer’s podcast network operates with many “micro brands” under one umbrella, which creates a SaaS-like operating rhythm: repeatable processes, audience segmentation, and performance feedback loops that inform what gets prioritized next.

For a long-term SaaS career, this work develops strengths that translate across creator platforms and B2B SaaS companies with partner ecosystems. Managing bookings at scale requires building systems for intake, prioritization, and stakeholder alignment, then iterating based on outcomes. The emphasis on data and performance signals exposure to metrics-driven decision making, a common expectation in SaaS roles spanning growth, partnerships, and customer marketing.

This position suits someone who prefers cross-functional coordination and relationship-led execution, balancing internal show teams with external representatives. It fits professionals comfortable with ambiguity and high-touch communication, where discretion and preparation matter as much as negotiation. It is also a strong match for candidates who want their SaaS-adjacent experience to be grounded in audience behavior and distribution mechanics rather than traditional enterprise sales cycles.

The section above is editorial commentary from The SaaS Jobs, provided to help SaaS professionals understand the role in a broader industry context.

Job Description

The Ringer is seeking an experienced candidate to work with high profile talent and book guests across the slate of shows. In this role, you will be responsible for working with our internal content team and sourcing opportunities for talent to appear on The Ringer's Podcast Network. You'll also be responsible for working with hosts on the network and strategically book guests on shows that align with their audience. You should have relationships and experience interfacing with talent, managers, publicists and reps across the entertainment industry. The ideal candidate is passionate about podcasts and culture. This position is based in Los Angeles.

What You'll Do

Manage bookings across the network. Establish workflow and consistent check-ins with show teams, including creating open lines of communication with hosts and producers, identifying tentpole events and coverage areas, sharing guest ideas and pitches, and helping with preparation for guest appearances
Develop and maintain relationships with hosts on the network, so that we can be a resource for them, helping to ensure they have everything they need to succeed and creating a bridge to senior leadership
Develop and maintain relationships with external talent managers, agents, PR firms and studios/networks – sharing frequent updates about the latest launches and shows on the network

Who You Are

5+ years of related experience working with celebrities, creators, managers and publicists
Proven track record booking high profile guests and working with high profile talent
Strong pitching skills
Data and performance driven and experience booking talent for digital content, TV & films
Must be available to meet talent needs whenever they arise
Willingness to travel
Strong familiarity with the pop culture scene is a must
Professionalism and high level of discretion
Excellent problem solving and organizational skills
Superior oral and written communication skills

Where You'll Be

This role is based in Los Angeles, California
We offer you the flexibility to work where you work best! There will be some in person meetings, but still allows for flexibility to work from home
We ask that you come in 3-4 times per week

The United States base range for this position is $92,126 - $131,609 plus equity. The benefits available for this position include health insurance, six month paid parental leave, 401(k) retirement plan, 23 paid days off, 13 paid flexible holidays.

Spotify is an equal opportunity employer. You are welcome at Spotify for who you are, no matter where you come from, what you look like, or what’s playing in your headphones. Our platform is for everyone, and so is our workplace. The more voices we have represented and amplified in our business, the more we will all thrive, contribute, and be forward-thinking! So bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s in our differences that we will find the power to keep revolutionizing the way the world listens.

At Spotify, we are passionate about inclusivity and making sure our entire recruitment process is accessible to everyone. We have ways to request reasonable accommodations during the interview process and help assist in what you need. If you need accommodations at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know - we’re here to support you in any way we can.

Spotify transformed music listening forever when we launched in 2008. Our mission is to unlock the potential of human creativity by giving a million creative artists the opportunity to live off their art and billions of fans the chance to enjoy and be passionate about these creators. Everything we do is driven by our love for music and podcasting. Today, we are the world’s most popular audio streaming subscription service.

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