About Us
At Cast & Crew, we’ve empowered creativity and supported the global entertainment industry for decades. Together with our family of brands - Backstage, CAPS, Checks & Balances, Final Draft, Media Services, Sargent-Disc, and The TEAM Companies – we operate as a combined entertainment technology and services provider offering industry standard screenwriting accounting software, digital payroll products, data & reporting, and a host of creative tools. The industry continues to move faster than ever, and the need for our expertise, our technology, and our people has never been greater. We are a production’s best ally every step of the way. #OneCastOneCrew
Cast & Crew is hiring an Associate HRBP to sit at the intersection of HR operations and business partnership to keep the engine of our People & Culture function running smoothly. This role is built for someone who wants real breadth: you'll lean into the operational engine of a People function and partner with the business as an HRBP. You'll own the details that make the employee experience run while also developing the business partnership skills that define a long-term HR career role owns the details that make the employee experience work: onboarding, offboarding, employee data changes, documentation, and the systems behind all of it.
You'll report to the VP of People Experience and partner cross functionally to keep our processes and programs consistent, compliant, and built to scale. This is a hands-on role for someone who wants to go deep on HR bodies of work, not just process transactions in it.
What you'll do
Support HRBP and L&D on performance cycles, engagement surveys, and other People programs
Bring creativity to employee engagement: help plan culture moments, recognition programs, and initiatives that make Cast & Crew a great place to work, and partner with our ERGs to support their programming
Own day-to-day employee lifecycle components: onboarding, offboarding, support people programs and employee data changes (title, pay, department, manager)
Maintain employee data integrity in Workday; build and run reports that HR leadership and other departments rely on
Partner with Payroll and Finance to make sure compensation changes and benefit deductions flow through accurately
Partner with Legal to draft employment letters, policy documents, and onboarding materials, and manage e-signature workflows
Act as a go-to resource for employees related to HR policy, programs and process questions
Audit HR practices to remain compliant with federal, California, and local employment law, and maintain accurate records
Document and automate HR workflows so processes scale as the company grows
Exit interview facilitation
What you bring
2-3 years in HR, People Operations, or HR Administration
Direct experience in Workday (or a comparable HRIS like Rippling or BambooHR), comfortable navigating the system independently and building reports and workflow automation
AI Fluency: Familiarity with AI tools (such as Claude, Copilot, or equivalent) and a willingness to integrate them into HR workflows to improve efficiency and support data driven decision-making.
Experience with onboarding, payroll coordination and HR documentation processes
A genuine interest in process improvement and automation
Strong attention to detail and the ability to juggle multiple workstreams without losing accuracy
Sound judgment handling confidential employee information
Comfortable working in ambiguity when a process is still being built, and taking initiative to help build it
Clear, professional communication with employees and managers alike
Nice to have
PHR, SHRM-CP, or California HR certification
Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
Benefits
Cast & Crew provides a comprehensive package of employee benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, health and wellness programs, employee discounts, and more! Note: Cast & Crew benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.
Cast & Crew is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on job-related qualifications and ability to perform a job, without regard to age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship or marital status, and to maintain a non-discriminatory environment free from intimidation, harassment or bias based upon these grounds.
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Skills Required
- 2-3 years of experience in HR, People Operations, or HR Administration
- Direct experience with Workday or a comparable HRIS such as Rippling or BambooHR
- Ability to navigate an HRIS independently and build reports and workflow automation
- Familiarity with AI tools such as Claude, Copilot, or equivalent, and willingness to integrate them into HR workflows
- Experience with onboarding, payroll coordination, and HR documentation processes
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple workstreams accurately
- Sound judgment when handling confidential employee information
- Ability to work in ambiguity and take initiative to build processes
- Clear, professional communication with employees and managers
- PHR, SHRM-CP, or California HR certification
- Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
What We Do
There’s nothing more exciting than a live event, and there’s no better way to reach an audience than with a well-made commercial. With our modern solutions and responsive approach to customer success, CAPS is here to simplify productions, no matter what our customers’ goals are. CAPS joined the Cast & Crew family in 2016 and continues to provide forward-thinking workflow solutions to the Commercial, Music Tour, and Live Event industries. Our passion for thrilling experiences is matched only by our expertise in helping to make them happen. From understanding tax incentives and workers' compensation to payroll solutions and productivity enhancements, we’re here to help, every step of the way. In the ever-evolving arena of commercials, live performances, exhibitions, and venues, we understand how to navigate the unique landscape. Our wide breadth of experience is complimented by our specialized knowledge base, industry expertise, and tailored software. These tools help us deliver the personalized service our customers need.
