Recruiting Researcher

Title: Recruiting Researcher Location: Los Angeles, CA, United States Must have Animation Experience. Job Summary: As a member of the Talent Acquisition team, the Recruiting Researcher will discover, engage, and assess viable candidates for animation and technology positions. The Recruiting Researcher will collaborate closely with their recruiting partners and hiring leaders to match qualified candidates to open roles and business needs. The recruiting researcher will source, screen, and identify stunning talent of technical artists, creatives, artists, engineers, and specialists who are pushing the boundaries of animation-focused technology. Duties/Responsibilities: Understand hiring needs deeply, partnering closely with Recruiting Partners and Hiring Managers to develop and execute a front-end sourcing strategy that discovers qualified candidates. Establish trust with hiring managers in supporting the influence of talent strategy. Consistently source and track a high volume of qualified candidates for assigned requisitions. Conduct exhaustive research into emerging tech sectors to identify the best animation-focused talent. Conduct first round interviews to assess for potential fit and alignment to business needs, while prioritizing an excellent candidate experience. Drive operational execution of candidate activity by partnering with hiring managers and talent coordinators to ensure a smooth candidate experience while optimizing for operational excellence. Required Skills/Abilities: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Thorough understanding of animation pipelines, creative skills, and experiences for creative and technical roles in animation, gaming, and VFX environments. Thorough understanding of recruiting methods and best practices, as well as applicable policies and federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. Agility and ability to be flexible in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment are a must! Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in related technical and/or human resources field. At least three years of related recruiting experience required, with prior experience in technical roles, plus ideally in gaming, animation, or VFX.