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Hornet is hiring.
For over 20 years, Hornet has been a beacon of imaginative storytelling, driving creative excellence in motion design, animation, and live action. We pride ourselves on a curated diversity of talent, delivering unique, ground-breaking work for clients and collaborators. Our mission reflects an enduring passion for storytelling and the magic found in creativity.
For more than two decades, Hornet has fervently channeled the fabric of dreams - grand and modest, enigmatic and enchanting. We see dreams as ambition and aspiration, as they power our ability to inspire, challenge, and elevate. Our mission is to create vibrant stories, sparked by dreams — a mosaic of imagination and originality into one-of-a-kind experiences for our collaborators and friends on this creative journey.
Our work is shaped by a thoughtfully curated roster of directors whose authorship styles are as eclectic and unique as they are effective at connecting with an audience. In addition to our roster, we have nurtured a core team of creative directors who work to keep Hornet Studio ahead of the curve. Building on each of their unique directorial voices, we cultivate their ideas into ambitious, beautiful and unexpected work. Our tireless enthusiasm and genuine love for our diverse team is apparent in everything we do.
Hornet is seeking a full time Talent Manager/Recruiter to join our team. Our Talent team brings Hornet's vision and values to life through the acquisition and retention of ingenious creative talent, the foundation of our organization. The ideal candidate will have a thorough understanding of animation, CG, motion design, live action, VFX and stop motion skill sets and the ability to recognize a versatile range of design languages and production techniques. The ideal candidate will also recognize that successful recruiting begins with the company culture and that long-term retention is based on the in-studio experience, staff well-being, and overall studio vibe.
Hornet is a hybrid company with a 3 day in-studio policy. We’re located in the heart of Soho, NYC.
Responsibilities:
- Lead talent acquisition from sourcing stage through hire stage for all full-time Staff hiring
- Manage a world-class Talent (Creative Resource) team of Talent Leads and Talent Coordinators, from day-to-day guidance and tasks to performance reviews, strategy, and overall process development
- Ensure best practices are followed across all internal tools related to talent skill set, talent availability, bookings, extensions, and holds
- Act as point of escalation on any day-to-day staffing issues
- Continue building on all Talent (Creative Resource) team processes and train Staff and Freelance members of the team as needed
- Provide mentorship and guidance to Talent (Creative Resource) team for Hornet’s Internship programs
- Partner with Producers, Leads, and Leadership to ensure resources are allocated appropriately based on schedule and priorities of each project, working to solve any resource scheduling conflicts that may arise
- Foster a network of creative resource relationships through talent sourcing, school visits, membership to professional organizations, and attending industry events
- Lead Utilization reporting meetings
- Aid in the development and maintenance of the Talent team’s career pathing strategy
- Collaborate with Leadership and HR to nurture Hornet’s onboarding program
- Support Leadership on Hornet’s Front of House experience, including but not limited to client services and team events, in line with Hornet’s growth and expectations
Qualifications:
- 7+ years' recruitment experience in a fast-paced production environment
- 5+ years' freelance or staff management experience across quick turn project timelines
- Experience managing a team of recruiters in a production setting
- Exemplary leadership skills which can translate to the fostering and promotion of Hornet values as guiding principles
- An organized, collaborative, and process-driven approach with a focus on overall business strategy
- Effective communicator with a keen eye for detail
- Experience using CETA is a plus
At Hornet, we believe in actively developing and encouraging new talent. The Hornet Internship Program gives young artists a chance to get hands-on experience in a supportive environment. We match interns with projects based on their area of interest and level of expertise. The mission of our internship program is to prepare and inspire the top talent of tomorrow.
**Our 2024 Summer Internship application is now CLOSED. For more information about our Summer Internship Program, please view our Hornet Internship Program Application and Overview Deck. We look forward to reviewing your work!**
Requirements:
For more information about the specific opportunities offered, please view our Hornet Internship Program Application and Overview Deck
General Internship Information:
- Hornet offers Summer and Winter Internships.
- Our Internship Program is a full time, 40 hour a week position.
- Our studio hours are 10am - 7pm EST.
- Hornet operates on a Hybrid Schedule (3 days in office at our NYC Studio / 2 days remote).
- Applicants must be eligible to work in the US and local to the NY Metro area.
Hornet is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and a member of E-Verify. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, including people identifying as BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, gender nonconforming, living with a disability, veteran or active duty military, or any other minority group.