Whether you're staffing up for a TV/film production, live event, or digital media campaign, you need a recruitment process that works over your competitors.
That's because the media and entertainment world is evolving fast, driven by digital platforms, streaming services, and increasing demand for creative talent.
The talent shortage is real, from Camera Operators and Post-Production Editors, to Digital Marketing Coordinators and VFX artists, the best candidates are snapped up quickly. And if your recruitment process is slow, generic, or unclear, you'll miss out.
Let's break down the 7 key tips that every Production Company, studio, or media specialist should use in 2025 to attract top talent, reduce turnover, and build a standout hiring brand. Where it fits best, we'll show you how to use Vouch, the #1 video tool loved by entertainment companies like Warner Bros for bringing their employer brand to life.
So let's get started!
TIP 1. Build Your Entertainment Employer Brand with Vouch
Before applying, candidates want to know what it's like to work with you.
That's where your employer branding comes in, and Vouch's employer branding solution helps you quickly record and share short, authentic videos from your team, think Art Directors, Studio Managers, Creative Assistants, or even Sound Mixers talking about their day-to-day work.
Why employer branding works:
- Up to 75% of job seekers consider an employer's brand before applying
- Video content gets 12x more shares than text or images
- You can find more eye-opening employer branding statistics here
With Vouch, you create a brand experience that builds trust and attracts culture-fit talent, from Project Managers to Music Producers and beyond.
TIP 2. Use Video in Your Job Descriptions
Today's job seekers are more visual than ever. That's why video job ads are quickly complementing and even replacing traditional text job descriptions.
Use Vouch's video job description tool to add energy, clarity, and personality to your listings. Whether you're hiring in Los Angeles, Nashville's music industry, or across North America, a short video helps your role stand out.
With video, you can show candidates:
- A quick hello video from your Director of Photography or other lead roles explaining their career journey with your company
- Your editing setup (DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Creative Cloud, Avid)
- What a typical day looks like for a Content Producer or Broadcast Engineer
This is how you cut through the noise, and it's what smart candidates expect in 2025. Video also helps you cut down on poor fits for the role by showing the reality of the role.
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TIP 3. Showcase Your Entertainment EVPs in Your Job Listings
An Employee Value Proposition (EVP) tells candidates why they should work for you over any other studio, agency, or streaming service.
And no, it's not just about salary. This guide on EVPs from Vouch will help you clearly outline what sets your workplace apart.
Your EVPs should include:
- Access to advanced tech like IMF authoring, Media Encoder, Steadicam rigs and more for ongoing education
- Offer mentorship from top industry professionals and online courses
- Show your DEI commitments and how you support hybrid roles or flexible hours where possible
- Opportunities for cross-team collaboration in TV/Film Production, Music Publishing, or digital marketing
Strong EVPs reduce ghosting, build loyalty, and attract applicants who share your values.
TIP 4. Grow Your Employee Advocacy Program
A lot of entertainment recruiters invest paid ads, yet forget the fundamentals like real stories from your team - whch is some of the best marketing you can have. That's where employee advocacy comes in.
Vouch's advocacy platform makes it simple to gather short videos from current team members who love what they do, often called Employee Spotlight Videos.
What to share within your employee advocacy:
- A quick "Why I love working here" clip from various team members
- Behind-the-scenes from recent live events or theatre management gigs, to vids from your market teams and more!
- How the team supports career growth or remote work
Use these videos across job search platforms, social media, and your employer center to drive up engagement and applications.
TIP 5. Streamline Your Hiring Process
A slow or clunky process = lost talent.
Entertainment professionals, especially in post-production, streaming services, or recording studios, expect fast, mobile-friendly systems.
Use Vouch to:
- Create onboarding videos to guide new hires through file systems, project timelines, or safety protocols
- Record a welcome message from HR or the production lead
- Answer FAQs about shift schedules, deadlines, or gear setup
Pair this with background check tools like Xref or Certn to make it easy for top talent to apply, quick to onboard, and clear from day one.
TIP 6. Focus on Communication from Day One
Communication is one of the top reasons people stay engaged, inspired and in a role. Poor communications always lead to poor results.
Use Vouch's internal communication tools to keep new hires informed and engaged, especially during the first 90 days.
Examples of internal communications:
- "Welcome to the team" video from a department head
- Regular updates on timelines, schedules, and project status
- Short videos to explain employment laws, deadlines, or deliverables
This is especially helpful in distributed teams working across music jobs, content distribution, user support operations, and more.
TIP 7. Partner with Specialized Entertainment Staffing Agencies If Needed
Sometimes, your internal hiring team can't do it all, especially with last-minute or high-volume hiring.
Here are 5 trusted entertainment recruitment agencies to help:
1. ActOne Entertainment Staffing Based in Los Angeles, they specialise in placing talent across film, music, and digital.
2. Patrice & Associates. Originally hospitality-focused, now offering nationwide staffing in live entertainment and venue management.
3. Career Gurus Media and entertainment recruiters offering executive search and temporary staffing services.
4. The Creative Store, an Australian-based agency, places talent in media, advertising, and digital roles.
5. Entertainment Careers: A public site and job board with additional Insider Membership benefits, such as Daily Alerts, Job Mapping, and vetted employers.
These agencies offer flexible support and can help you hire a vast amount of talent, each with their own expertise.
Who Are The Top 10 Global Entertainment Employers?
Netflix: Global streaming giant known for Original Movies and series. Employees: 13,000+ | Revenue: $40B
Disney: A leader in media, film, parks, and streaming. Employees: 220,000+ | Revenue: $88B
Warner Bros. Discovery: Spanning film, streaming, and sports media. Employees: 38,000+ | Revenue: $43B
Sony Music Entertainment / Sony Pictures: Major player in both music and visual entertainment. Employees: 10,000+ | Revenue: $9B
Universal Music Group: The World's largest music company. Employees: 10,000+ | Revenue: $10B
Amazon Studios (Prime Video): Expanding rapidly into film and TV production. Employees: Part of Amazon's 1.5M | Revenue: $500B+
Apple TV+: Home to high-quality streaming content. Employees: Part of Apple’s 160,000+ | Revenue: $387B
Paramount Global: Owns CBS, MTV, Nickelodeon, and Paramount+. Employees: 24,500+ | Revenue: $30B
Spotify: Leading audio streaming platform and music industry disruptor. Employees: 8,000+ | Revenue: $13B
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios (MGM): Now part of Amazon, still producing major entertainment content.
FAQs
What makes entertainment recruitment different from other industries?
It's project-based, fast-paced, and often driven by cultural fit, creativity, and very specific technical skills.
How do I attract top creative talent in a competitive market?
Use video to showcase your brand, outline your EVP clearly, and move quickly during hiring.
Why is Vouch effective for entertainment hiring?
Vouch gives you an authentic way to show your workplace, culture, and people, key in a visual industry.
What's the biggest recruitment challenge in 2025?
Speed. Talented editors, producers, and marketers get snapped up fast. Delays = lost talent.
Can remote roles succeed in media and entertainment?
Yes, many roles, post-production, digital marketing, data analysis, etc., work well remotely with the right tools.
Should I still use recruitment agencies?
Absolutely, especially for executive search, live events, or sudden production needs.
What tools do job seekers want in 2025?
Video job ads, insider access (like Vouch), mobile job applications, and clear communication.
Looking for more information? Try these quick links:
- Video Job Descriptions
- EVP Examples
- Employer Branding with Video
- Employee Advocacy Tools
- Improving Communication
See Why Entertainment Recruiters & Talent Teams Love Vouch!
Used by companies like Cisco, Aldi, Ericsson, Canva, Nike, Warner Bros. Discovery, HubSpot, Amazon, Mars and thousands more, modern recruiters love Vouch.
Simply book a Vouch demo today to see how Vouch can help!
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