Executive Director, TMZ Tours

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

FOX Entertainment

With a legacy spanning more than 35 years, FOX Entertainment is one of the world’s most recognizable media brands and a prolific content producer across its iconic broadcast network and both owned and third-party streaming platforms. Known for its independent, innovative spirit and provocative, groundbreaking storytelling, the company was reinvented in 2019 with the formation of FOX Entertainment. While maintaining its leadership in broadcast television (9-1-1: Lone Star, The Simpsons, The Cleaning Lady, Hell’s Kitchen, LEGO Masters), the company is actively building a portfolio of businesses and library of owned original content. To date, FOX Entertainment’s long-term growth strategy has included the acquisitions of award-winning animation studio Bento Box Entertainment (Bob’s Burgers, The Great North, Krapopolis, Grimsburg), entertainment platform TMZ, and global production studio MarVista Entertainment (The Way Home, Rescuing Christmas), as well as the formation of the culinary and lifestyle content venture Studio Ramsay Global (Next Level Chef, Gordon Ramsay’s Food Stars) in partnership with Gordon Ramsay. The company also established its in-house unscripted studio FOX Alternative Entertainment (The Masked Singer, Snake Oil, I Can See Your Voice, Name That Tune), FOX Entertainment Studios (Animal Control) to develop scripted content, and worldwide content sales unit FOX Entertainment Global.

JOB DESCRIPTION

TMZ is looking for an energetic, innovative, and creative Executive Director to lead the TMZ Celebrity Tour.  In this role, you will oversee all facets of the Tour, including creative content, business strategy, operations, and growth.  The Executive Director will play a key role in developing and maintaining tour videos, guide scripts, and marketing strategies. The ideal candidate will be an out-of-the-box thinker with creative, strategic and analytical abilities.

This is an exciting opportunity for an innovative, business-minded individual to help us take the TMZ Tour to the next level!

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of TMZ’s Tour business.
• Partner with TMZ’s Production staff to develop and update tour video content and guide scripts.
• Achieve growth targets and drive overall business expansion.
• Supervision of operations, sales, marketing, and staff functions.
• Oversee, train and manage the Tour staff.
• Develop creative marketing initiatives consistent with the TMZ brand.
• Establish creative and strategic partnerships to promote tour growth.
• Manage and review partnership agreements with VIP partners and vendors
• Manage the Profit & Loss statements, annual operating budget, and track annual revenue and expense projections.
• Perform additional duties as required to meet business needs.

Requirements:

• 5+ years senior management experience in a consumer-facing business.
• Track record of success in managing a travel or tourism-focused business. 
• Proven experience in guest services, sales, and marketing.
• Analyze data and metrics to drive performance improvements.
• Previous success in managing a small business unit or department.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced entertainment environment.
• Proficient in relevant software applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite) 
• Ability to work weekends and holidays as needed.
• Familiarity with the TMZ brand and an interest in pop culture and celebrity news.
• Experience in production, a plus

TMZ is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $120,000.00-140,000.00 annually. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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