Talent Branding & Operations Manager

Talent Branding & Operations Manager – Dream Works Animation

Base pay range: $125,000 – $145,000 per year

We look for a creative, proactive manager to lead recruiting systems, elevate our studio talent brand, and develop strategies that attract top talent to Dream Works Animation. The role works closely with recruiting teams, orchestrates external events, and defines the studio’s employer brand across job postings, social media and candidate experience.

• 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
• Develop and manage our talent brand across platforms: career site, social media channels, conferences and early career outreach
• Strategize and grow the Linked In and Instagram presence, including content creation for social campaigns
• Plan and coordinate recruiting events, including vendor management, logistics and budget tracking
• Serve as the go‑to guide for our Applicant Tracking System (ATS), working with corporate operations teams to customize tools and processes
• Create reports to track hiring metrics and guide decisions
• Track and report recruitment budget, including spend on marketing, sponsor ships, tools, and events

• 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
• Experience in animation, production or creative studio environments (desired)
• Proactive, collaborative attitude and passion for continuous improvement
• Ability to influence partners and set clear expectations
• Creative, flexible problem‑solving approach
• 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

Hybrid Work: Minimum three days per week in office (four days from January 5 2026 onward). The company reserves the right to change in‑office requirements.

Eligible for company‑sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement and additional perks.

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

Dream Works Animation provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable law. Qualified applicants with criminal histories may be considered in accordance with local and state laws.

Individuals with disabilities or as disabled veterans can request reasonable accommodations during the application and recruitment process.