Talent Coordinator

TALENT COORDINATOR

BASED is looking for a Talent Casting Coordinator to build and manage our in-house male model roster for upcoming campaigns, including a Target retail launch and ongoing content series. This is a full-time, on-the-ground role for someone who knows how to find talent outside of traditional agency channels.

What you'll do:

• Scout and recruit male models directly (social media, street casting, local networks, open calls) — non-agency talent preferred
• Communicate with prospective talent, screen fit against creative briefs (look, vibe, availability)
• Handle rate negotiations and finalize terms directly with talent
• Maintain an organized, ongoing roster of vetted talent by type/look for fast turnaround on future shoots
• Coordinate scheduling and logistics with the production team ahead of shoot days
• Manage releases and paperwork for booked talent

What we're looking for:

• Experience in casting, talent scouting, or a related field (agency background not required — we're specifically looking for someone skilled at sourcing outside of agency systems)
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• An eye for the BASED aesthetic — comfortable identifying "the look" from a brief
• Highly organized; able to manage a growing talent database and multiple shoot timelines at once
• Based in or able to work within the LA area