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[Position]

Training & Development Program Manager

[About Our Client]

Entertainment

[Job Summary]

Seeking a Training & Development Program Manager to manage the training and development program for its next global group. This role will coordinate trainee development across vocal, dance, performance, music, wellness, and education while partnering closely with Creative, Casting, A&R, instructors, and project leadership to support each trainee's growth and overall readiness.

[Job Description]

Responsibilities

Develop and manage an integrated training and development program aligned with the project's creative direction, music goals, and debut timeline

Coordinate training schedules across vocal, dance, performance, language, fitness, music, media, and other development areas

Identify, onboard, and manage internal and external instructors, coaches, studios, and training partners

Establish individual development plans, short- and long-term goals, and measurable progress benchmarks for each trainee

Monitor trainee progress through evaluations, observations, instructor feedback, and performance assessments

Partner with Creative, Casting, and A&R to evaluate trainee potential, development needs, group chemistry, and projected readiness

Organize regular trainee evaluations, review sessions, workshops, and development camps

Maintain accurate records of attendance, evaluations, development plans, instructor feedback, and trainee progress

Manage training facilities, program logistics, schedules, vendors, and approved budgets

Serve as a primary point of contact for trainees, parents, guardians, instructors, and internal stakeholders regarding program-related matters

Identify development concerns, performance gaps, or behavioral risks and escalate them to project leadership as appropriate

Requirements

Qualifications

Minimum 3 years of experience in artist development, talent development, training program management, youth development, or a related field

Experience managing structured training programs, instructors, schedules, evaluations, or participant development plans

Strong organizational and project-management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple disciplines and stakeholders

Ability to assess progress, synthesize feedback, and translate development needs into actionable plans

Strong interpersonal judgment and the ability to build trust with young talent, parents, guardians, instructors, and internal teams

Ability to handle sensitive situations and highly confidential information with professionalism

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Flexibility to work nights and weekends and travel as needed

Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience

Preferred

Experience in the music, entertainment, dance, performing arts, sports, or youth development industries

Experience supporting the development of recording artists, performers, models, actors, trainees, athletes, or other high-potential young talent

Demonstrated experience sourcing and managing vocal coaches, dance instructors, performance directors, educators, and specialized development partners

Familiarity with both Western artist development and K-pop training systems

Experience developing evaluation frameworks, training curricula, or individual development plans

Experience working with minors and their parents or guardians

- Bilingual in English and Korean

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Company 401(k) with employer matching