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Manager, Talent Casting & Recruitment

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Job Description - Manager, Talent Casting & Recruitment


Job Details 

Job Title:             Manager, Talent Casting & Recruitment
Reports To:        Senior Director Talent Casting and Recruitment
Working Hours: Normal office hours are 09:30 to 17:30, Monday – Thursday, 09:30 to 17:00 Friday
Place of Work:   UK HQ, Mill Court, Milton Keynes, Remote can be discussed
Other:                 Full Time
 

ABOUT RWS GLOBAL

RWS Global is the world leader in groundbreaking live moments across entertainment and sports, creating customized guest experiences spanning theatrical productions, live events, immersive destinations, multimedia, consumer products and more.
RWS Global is headquartered in New York, London, Cincinnati, Shanghai, Orlando, Sydney and Riyadh with dedicated RWS Studios in NYC and the UK to serve its vast talent pipeline and client base. With a focus on entertainment and sports experiences, RWS Global serves major brands and corporations, theaters, cruise lines, sports properties, live venues, parks, resorts and more. Offering end-to-end services from ideation to operations, RWS Global’s team of world-class designers, creators, producers and visionary talent provide unrivaled scale, producing over one million live moments every day and employing over 8,000 individuals and performers worldwide.
The RWS Global roster of clients includes Apple, Azamara, The Coca-Cola Company, Commonwealth Games, Crayola, Europa-Park Resort, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, The FRIENDS™ Experience by Original X Productions, Hard Rock Resorts, Hershey Entertainment & Resorts, Holland America Line, Iberostar Hotels & Resorts, International Cricket Council, Invictus Games, Lionsgate, MSC Cruises, Roompot, Rugby World Cup, Six Flags, Space Center Houston, TUI Group, Vera Wang, Warner Bros., Disney’s The Lion King on Broadway, Chicago the Musical, Christmas Spectacular starring the Radio City Rockettes and more. For more information, visit rwsglobal.com.

About the Role
The Manager plays a key role in the end-to-end casting and recruitment of performers across RWS projects. This includes sourcing, auditioning, and contracting dancers, singers, actors, and speciality talent for theme parks, theatrical productions, and other live entertainment experiences.
The successful candidate will have strong industry relationships, exceptional organisational skills, and a discerning eye for talent — both established and emerging. This position requires frequent travel, excellent communication, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced creative environment.

Key Responsibilities

Casting & Recruitment
  • Support the full casting process from planning to completion, including posting breakdowns, reviewing submissions, scheduling, and running auditions.
  • Source and evaluate performers across all disciplines — singers, dancers, actors, speciality acts, costume characters — ensuring strong artistic and personality fits for each project.
  • Conduct and support both open and invited auditions globally, as well as virtual auditions.
  • Build and maintain relationships with agents, managers, colleges, studios, and training programs to develop a strong talent pipeline.
  • Identify and track emerging talent through outreach, research, and attendance at showcases and industry events.
  • Manages performer availabilities, offers, and contracts, ensuring timely and accurate documentation.
  • Partner with internal teams (Artistic, Production, and Client Services) to ensure project casting aligns with creative and client expectations.
Administrative & Strategic Duties
  • Coordinate audition logistics, including travel, staffing, venues, and scheduling.
  • Support the development and implementation of annual audition and recruitment strategies.
  • Create and maintain project budgets and contracts with accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Monitor industry trends, platforms, and competitor activity to inform casting strategy.
  • Ensure all recruitment and casting processes comply with company EEO, diversity, and inclusion policies.

What You Bring
  • 4–6 years of professional experience in casting or performer recruitment (experience with theatre, theme parks, or live entertainment preferred).
  • Previous performance experience or strong understanding of performance disciplines preferred.
  • Existing network of agents, performers, and industry professionals a plus.
  • Proven experience managing auditions, coordinating schedules, and communicating with diverse teams.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with high attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in Mac OS, MS Office (Word, Excel), and casting platforms such as Spotlight and Airtable
  • A proactive, organized, and personable approach with the ability to balance multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • Degree in Theatre, Dance, or related field; or equivalent professional experience.
  • Willingness to travel frequently and work extra hours when required.
Company Benefits:
  • Competitive Salary
  • Company Pension
  • 25 days paid holiday excluding Bank Holidays
  • Paid parental leave
  • Computer (Mac/Windows)
  • Company Phone Program
  • Flexible working (office/remote)
  • Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programme
  • Childcare Support Policy
  • Employer Sponsored Vision Programme
Please Note: While this is intended to be an accurate description of the job, this is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the position, and may require that other or different tasks be performed as necessary and assigned.


DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION STATEMENT: 
DIVERSE IS WHO WE ARE
Way more than a box to check, diversity is core to RWS Global culture. We value it, promote it, protect it and hire it. All differences are welcome here. We know for a fact that each employee’s individual background, life experiences, knowledge, self-expression, and capabilities are a contribution to our culture, as well as our reputation and achievements.
So, bring all of who you are, no questions asked.

 
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