Head of Talent Acquisition

About the Role

The Head of Talent Acquisition manages full-cycle talent acquisition for ASG across all roles, with a particular emphasis on creative, media production, and technical positions. This strategic leader is responsible for researching, developing, and implementing recruiting and staffing strategies that attract a diverse and qualified talent pool. The position works closely with hiring managers to address organizational needs and deliver an exceptional candidate experience.

This is a remote role for candidates within NY Metro, Los Angeles, and the San Francisco Bay Area.

Essential Functions

• Lead the design and implementation of innovative recruitment processes that ensure a seamless experience for both candidates and hiring teams from start to finish.

• Partner closely with department managers to create compelling, detailed job postings and define clear, targeted hiring requirements.

• Actively source top talent, screen applicants, coordinate and schedule interviews, and craft tailored interview materials, with a particular focus on hard-to-fill or sensitive positions.

• Inspire and guide ASG’s team of Recruiters, overseeing their performance and supporting their professional growth through hands-on management and mentorship.

• Serve as a coach and thought partner to recruiters, offering expert advice and sharing best practices in both sourcing strategies and recruitment methodologies.

• Champion the adoption of creative and effective recruiting strategies tailored to each role, taking into account industry trends and organizational needs.

• Drive results by tracking key recruitment metrics like cost-per-hire, ensuring alignment with budget targets and service level expectations.

• Define and refine job posting and advertising approaches to maximize reach and impact in the market.

• Assess, select, and implement recruitment technologies—from ATS systems to sourcing tools—and analyze their ROI and usage data.

• Act as ASG’s go-to expert for recruitment systems and processes, providing insight and training on tools such as Ashby, LinkedIn Recruiter, HireEZ.

• Analyze recruiting data to identify trends and opportunities, presenting actionable insights to leadership.

• Set and maintain clear SLAs, communicating expectations and ensuring client satisfaction throughout every search.

• Oversee department workflow, resource allocation, and proactively scale recruiting capacity to meet changing business needs.

• Participate directly in interviews alongside hiring managers and directors, especially for critical or specialized roles.

• Collaborate with HR and hiring teams on developing competitive offer packages—including salary, incentives, and onboarding timelines.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, as well as internal policies.

• Work cross-functionally to prioritize open roles, accelerate key searches, and maintain momentum on hiring projects.

• Foster relationships with top talent and build candidate pipelines for both current and anticipated openings.

• Support hiring leaders in expanding their professional networks and building ASG’s talent community.

• Present well-rounded candidate recommendations to hiring teams and clients, complete with supporting information such as portfolios, demo reels, and referrals.

• Keep candidates engaged and informed at every stage, setting clear expectations and providing feedback.

• Lead compensation negotiations, clearly outlining benefits offerings, and acting as a trusted advocate for ASG.

• Embrace a mindset of continuous improvement—constantly seeking new ways to elevate recruitment service and deliver exceptional hiring outcomes.

Competencies

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong negotiation and interpersonal abilities

• Team-oriented supervisory skills

• Ability to design and implement effective sourcing strategies across diverse roles

• Proactive and independent work style

• Outstanding time management and ability to meet deadlines

• Knowledge of relevant employment laws and recruiting best practices

• Proficient with applicant tracking and recruitment systems (e.g., Ashby)

• Proven ability to source and hire for challenging positions

• Understanding of current AI trends in recruiting

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field, or equivalent work experience

• At least 5 years managing all phases of recruitment and hiring

• Strong knowledge of broadcast media and live event production industries, especially in major markets (SF Bay Area, LA, NY, London) preferred

• Experience with project/event-based staffing

• Prior experience in audio/visual technology, managed services, creative, or broadcast roles preferred

• Prior managerial and/or staffing agency experience

• Experience with Ashby applicant tracking system preferred

• Experience with LinkedIn Recruiter and HireEZ

• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP preferred

• SHRM Talent Acquisition Specialty Credential a plus