Talent Branding & Operations Manager

Talent Branding & Operations Manager

DreamWorks Animation is looking for more adventurous dreamers who shoot for the moon. We tell stories about the journeys our unconventional heroes take to make dreams come true. As a growth-minded studio, we pride ourselves on being one of the world's leading producers of high-quality, award-winning, animated films and series, reaching consumers around the globe. We push to feel more, laugh more, and build immersive new worlds.

DreamWorks creates a diverse array of original content in a variety of formats, delivering compelling stories with unique characters. We place tremendous value on the experiences our talent brings to the table from their own non-traditional paths to success. We believe in frequent communication and that transparency and trust yield the best work. We are a community of artists, technologists, innovators, and creators, who are passionate about animation and also happen to love eating lunch together.

We're looking for a Talent Branding & Operations Manager to handle recruiting systems and processes, elevate our studio talent brand, and drive creative strategies that attract top talent. You'll partner closely with our recruiting team, run external events, and shape how we show up in the world, from job postings, social media to recruiter workflows and candidate experiences. Our ideal candidate is inquisitive, proactive, innovative, and most of all, creative in their approach as a communicator and thought partner.

Responsibilities:

Candidate Experience & Recruiting Strategy

Build a consistent, extraordinary candidate experience from job posting through hiring and onboarding

Partner with recruiting teams to identify hiring process challenges, develop solutions, and streamline workflows

Lead projects with Early Careers and Core Recruiting teams to improve system and workflow efficiencies

Stay on top of animation market trends and recommend new ways to attract top talent

Branding & Events

Develop and handle our talent brand across platforms: our career site, social media channels, conferences/expos, and early career outreach

Strategize and grow our LinkedIn and Instagram presence, including covering & capturing content for social campaigns

Plan and coordinate recruiting events, including vendor management, logistics, and budget tracking

Systems & Reporting

Serve as the go-to guide for our Applicant Tracking System (ATS), working with corporate operations teams to customize tools and processes

Create reports and spot issues or trends (e.g., hiring requests, open requisitions, hiring metrics) to measure impact and guide decisions

Track and report the recruiting budget, including spend on marketing, sponsorships, tools, and events

Basic Requirements:

5+ years of relevant operations experience in Recruiting, Human Resources or similar fields

2+ years of experience with ATS platforms, recruiting tools, and/or emerging HR tech

2+ years of Social Media strategy experience

2+ years of experience running events

Desired Characteristics:

Experience in animation, production, or creative studio environments

A proactive, collaborative attitude and a passion for continuous improvement

Ability to influence partners and set clear expectations

A creative, flexible approach to problem-solving: if something doesn't work, you're ready to build something better

Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills

Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Solid organizational skills and attention to detail

Comfort analyzing and presenting complex data

Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and Airtable platform

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, which currently requires contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Beginning January 5, 2026, hybrid employees will be required to work from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.

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.