Job Description
At our core, we believe talent acquisition is about building a community. We’re not just filling roles — we’re shaping a diverse, inclusive, and inspired workplace where individuals thrive. We’re on the lookout for an experienced Freelance Recruiter who shares this belief and brings deep expertise in hiring both technical and non-technical roles within the entertainment or media industries.
If you’re someone who thrives in fast-paced, creative environments and loves connecting people with purpose, we want to hear from you.
This is a full time temporary role working 30-40 hours per week. Monday through Thursday is in our Santa Monica, CA office and there is the option to work remotely on Fridays. The typical day is from 9am -6pm.
Duration: Temporary, 60 days with the potential to extend another 30 days
Your Role in the Spotlight
As our Freelance Recruiter, you’ll be a trusted partner in shaping our teams and elevating our hiring process from start to finish:
About PickleballTV
Pickleballtv (PBTV) is the 24-hour television home of America’s fastest growing sport. With coverage of tournaments throughout the year, the network offers 1,000+ hours of live matches from the game’s top professionals and biggest stars. PBTV also provides viewers with first-class instruction, exclusive lifestyle programming and studio news content and more.
About Tennis Channel
Tennis Channel is the media home to two twenty-four-hour television networks, a subscription streaming service, online magazine and podcasts dedicated to the sport and its unique lifestyle. The tennis-media hub is home to every aspect of the wide-ranging, worldwide tennis community. Tennis Channel is carried nationwide by every one of the top ten pay-TV service providers.
About Sinclair
Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net.
About The Team
The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open-door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.
The base hourly compensation range for this role is $31.00 to $35.00 per hour. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidates’ relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.
#tennis
If you’re someone who thrives in fast-paced, creative environments and loves connecting people with purpose, we want to hear from you.
This is a full time temporary role working 30-40 hours per week. Monday through Thursday is in our Santa Monica, CA office and there is the option to work remotely on Fridays. The typical day is from 9am -6pm.
Duration: Temporary, 60 days with the potential to extend another 30 days
Your Role in the Spotlight
As our Freelance Recruiter, you’ll be a trusted partner in shaping our teams and elevating our hiring process from start to finish:
- Strategic Partnership: Work closely with our Human Resources Director and various hiring managers to assess staffing needs and align recruitment efforts with organizational goals.
- Job Posting Craftsmanship: Draft and promote compelling job postings that captivate the right audience.
- Resume Review & Candidate Vetting: Sort through incoming resumes, evaluate qualifications, and present shortlists of top candidates to hiring managers for review.
- Interview Coordination: Schedule and facilitate phone screens and in-person interviews, ensuring a seamless and professional candidate experience.
- Full-Cycle Recruitment: Manage the hiring journey through every stage — from initial outreach and interview prep to offer extension and onboarding coordination.
- ATS Oversight: Maintain accurate and organized records in our applicant tracking system, leveraging tools like LinkedIn Recruiter to source and manage talent pools.
- Compliance & Policy Alignment: Stay current on employment laws and ensure all recruiting practices adhere to internal policies and relevant regulations.
- Insights & Reporting: Generate weekly recruitment reports that offer clear metrics, candidate progress, and strategic recommendations.
- Team Player: Pitch in on related HR projects and initiatives as needed, bringing flexibility and enthusiasm to each task.
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field (preferred)
- A solid 5-year run in recruitment for technical and non-technical roles, ideally within entertainment or media sectors
- Confident in conducting structured interviews and using behavioral-based questioning techniques
- High level of proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and applicant tracking systems
- Advanced experience with LinkedIn Recruiter
- Self-driven with an aptitude to take the reins when needed
- Exceptional communication skills — both written and verbal — with a strong sense of professionalism and empathy.
- Skilled in building and executing effective recruiting strategies across multiple disciplines
- Highly organized and self-motivated, capable of managing competing priorities with efficiency
- Knowledgeable about relevant labor laws and recruitment regulations, particularly within California
About PickleballTV
Pickleballtv (PBTV) is the 24-hour television home of America’s fastest growing sport. With coverage of tournaments throughout the year, the network offers 1,000+ hours of live matches from the game’s top professionals and biggest stars. PBTV also provides viewers with first-class instruction, exclusive lifestyle programming and studio news content and more.
About Tennis Channel
Tennis Channel is the media home to two twenty-four-hour television networks, a subscription streaming service, online magazine and podcasts dedicated to the sport and its unique lifestyle. The tennis-media hub is home to every aspect of the wide-ranging, worldwide tennis community. Tennis Channel is carried nationwide by every one of the top ten pay-TV service providers.
About Sinclair
Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net.
About The Team
The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open-door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.
The base hourly compensation range for this role is $31.00 to $35.00 per hour. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidates’ relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.
#tennis
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Industries
Broadcast Media Production and Distribution