Talent Manager Jobs in California

Talent Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in entertainment, music, sports, and digital media, with openings at every level from entry-level coordinator to senior talent director. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego account for the largest share of postings, where major employers like Creative Artists Agency, Netflix, and Warner Music Group maintain deep talent management operations. The most in-demand specialties in California are artist and athlete representation, talent acquisition leadership, and executive talent management for entertainment studios and tech companies. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles60
Top employerRobert Half
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring29
Work type60% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology

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All Care Therapies
Talent Acquisition Manager
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Talent Acquisition Manager
All Care Therapies
Cerritos, California
Customer Service
Customer Support
$70k - $80k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in business
501-1,000

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Room to Read
Talent Programs Manager
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Room to Read
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Talent Programs Manager
Room to Read
San Francisco, California
Corporate Training
Educational Administration
Learning & Development
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
501-1,000

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Infineon Technologies
Senior Manager Talent Acquisition
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Senior Manager Talent Acquisition
Infineon Technologies
San Jose, California
Customer Success
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$173k - $238k/yr
10,000+

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NetApp
Mgr, Talent Enablement
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Mgr, Talent Enablement
NetApp
San Jose, California
Creative & Design
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in communications
10,000+

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CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC
Talent Acquisition Manager
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Talent Acquisition Manager
CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC
San Juan Capistrano, California
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Human Resources
On-Site
High School

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Talent Manager Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Jose
9 jobs
San Diego
5 jobs
Mountain View
5 jobs
Los Angeles
3 jobs
Irvine
2 jobs
Carlsbad
2 jobs
Universal City
2 jobs
Corona
1 job

Talent Manager Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Robert Half
Robert Half5 open roles
Adobe
Adobe4 open roles
Waymo
Waymo2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Human Resources
  • Medical Devices
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Staffing & Recruiting

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in talent manager jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's degree in business, communications, human resources, or a related field
  • Proven experience managing talent pipelines, artist rosters, or executive recruitment in California
  • Strong network within California's entertainment, media, or technology industries
  • Proficiency with applicant tracking systems and talent management software platforms
  • Excellent negotiation, contract review, and stakeholder communication skills
  • Experience working with union talent or SAG-AFTRA affiliated clients preferred

Talent Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a talent manager in California?

There is no state-issued license required to work as a talent manager in California, but talent agents who book work for clients must hold a California Talent Agency License issued by the Labor Commissioner's Office. Most talent managers enter the field with a bachelor's degree in business, communications, or entertainment management, then build experience through assistant or coordinator roles at agencies, studios, or management firms based in Los Angeles or the Bay Area.

How much do talent managers make in California?

Talent managers in California earn a median of about $98,110 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $73,530 for the lowest 10% to over $298,390 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire talent managers in California?

Employers hiring talent managers in California right now include Robert Half, Adobe, and Waymo, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's concentration of entertainment studios, streaming platforms, and major tech headquarters makes it one of the most diverse markets in the country for talent management roles.

Which California cities have the most talent manager jobs?

The cities with the most talent manager openings in California are San Francisco, San Jose, and San Diego. Los Angeles dominates because of its density of entertainment studios, talent agencies, and music labels, while San Francisco and San Diego draw postings from technology companies and sports organizations that maintain large in-house talent management teams.

Are there remote talent manager jobs in California?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 73% of talent manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the relationship-driven but largely desk-based nature of much of the work. Talent acquisition, HR business partner, and corporate talent strategy roles tend to be the most remote-accessible, while artist management and on-set talent coordination roles typically require an in-person presence.

How can I get hired as a talent manager in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an assistant or coordinator role at a talent agency or management firm in Los Angeles, where large operations like major studios and entertainment companies regularly hire people with no direct management experience. California community colleges and CSU programs with entertainment business or HR tracks give candidates a credential edge. Adjacent roles in casting coordination, HR recruiting, or artist relations at streaming companies and record labels are common lateral moves that lead directly into talent management.

Where can I find and apply to talent manager jobs in California?

You can find and apply to talent manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across entertainment, technology, media, and corporate sectors. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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