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OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

FOX EntertainmentWith a legacy spanning nearly 40 years, FOX Entertainment is one of the world’s most recognizable media brands and a leading global creator of multi-genre content across broadcast, streaming, digital and emerging platforms. Known for its independent, innovative spirit and bold storytelling, the company is committed to reaching audiences where they are through a platform- and format-agnostic approach to developing, testing and scaling intellectual property worldwide. FOX Entertainment consists of three core business units. The FOX Television Network, which encompasses its flagship linear platform and streaming partnerships with Hulu and FOX One, is home to hit series including The Simpsons, The Masked Singer, Doc, Memory of a Killer, Fear Factor: House of Fear, The Floor and Hell’s Kitchen. FOX Entertainment Studios, operates the in-house scripted and unscripted studios behind series such as Animal Control, Best Medicine, The Faithful, and The Way Home, as well as Bento Box Entertainment with animated hits such as Hazbin Hotel and Krapopolis; Studio Ramsay Global with Next Level Chef, Gordon Ramsay’s Secret Service and Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars; entertainment studio TMZ; and the independent film label Tideline. FOX Entertainment Global is the company’s worldwide content sales and distribution arm. As part of its evolution into a modern next-gen studio, FOX Entertainment is expanding its digital storytelling ecosystem with investments across vertical video with Holywater, Chain’s experiential storytelling, podcasting with Meet Cute, a two-way content pipeline with HarperCollins Publishing, and creator-led formats through the newly formed FOX Creator Studios. Through these strategic initiatives, the company is investing earlier in emerging ideas and new forms of audience engagement, while maintaining the ability to grow successful concepts into premium franchises across broadcast, streaming and global platforms. A prolific content creator and production partner, FOX Entertainment collaborates with leading studios, creators, and platforms worldwide to produce and distribute premium content at scale across broadcast, streaming, and digital ecosystems, while continuing to grow its portfolio of owned IP and next-generation storytelling formats.

The FOX Entertainment HR team is seeking a dynamic, business-minded Director of Human Resources to join our HR team. This is a high-impact, individual contributor role for an experienced HR leader who can operate with strategic perspective while maintaining a hands-on approach to supporting the business.

Reporting to the EVP, Human Resources of FOX Entertainment, the ideal candidate brings strong business acumen, sound judgment, executive presence, and the ability to build credibility across all levels of the organization. This individual will be comfortable navigating complexity and change, translating business needs into practical HR solutions, and moving seamlessly between strategic priorities and day-to-day execution.

The Director will partner closely with HR Centers of Excellence, including Talent Acquisition, Compensation, Benefits, HR Operations, Learning & Development, and Employee Relations, to deliver an integrated and effective employee experience.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as a strategic HR partner and trusted advisor across the organization, providing guidance on workforce planning, organizational structure, talent strategy, and broader people priorities

• Develop a deep understanding of the business and proactively identify people opportunities, organizational needs, and scalable HR solutions

• Partner with leaders on organizational design and change initiatives, helping teams navigate periods of growth, transformation, and evolving business priorities

• Lead talent management and performance processes, including succession planning, talent reviews, development planning, and performance management

• Drive employee experience and engagement initiatives that strengthen performance, collaboration, and organizational effectiveness

• Provide thoughtful, solutions-oriented counsel on employee relations matters, partnering with Employment Legal and HR leadership as appropriate

• Partner with Talent Acquisition and Compensation on workforce needs, hiring strategies, organizational planning, and competitive offer development

• Coach and advise managers on employee development, performance, team effectiveness, and management practices

• Use workforce data, trends, and insights to identify opportunities, influence decisions, and recommend actions

• Partner across HR functions to ensure programs and practices are effectively implemented and aligned with business needs

• Support HR initiatives and special projects that advance FOX’s broader people and business strategies

• Maintain a strong understanding of employment practices, company policies, and applicable regulatory requirements

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• 10+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, preferably in the entertainment industry, supporting complex, fast-paced, or evolving organizations

• Broad HR expertise across the employee lifecycle, including talent management, organizational design, employee relations, performance management, and workforce planning

• Strong business acumen with the ability to understand business priorities and translate them into effective people strategies

• Excellent judgment and demonstrated ability to navigate complex and sensitive employee matters with discretion

• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to adapt effectively to executive, management, and employee audiences

• Ability to balance strategic thinking with a hands-on, execution-oriented approach

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to use data and insights to inform recommendations and decisions

• Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships across HR functions and with stakeholders throughout the organization

• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Bachelor’s degree

• Experience within media, entertainment, production, digital, or another rapidly evolving industry

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 $128,000.00-165,000.00 annually. This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, 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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