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Jevon Bruh Gonzalez

Matawan,NJ

Summary

Dynamic Talent Executive with 20+ years of experience in celebrity booking, talent relations, and influencer management. Renowned for building and maintaining high-level relationships with A-list talent, agents, and managers across entertainment, sports, and media. Proven ability to lead strategic partnerships, secure top-tier talent, and deliver impactful campaigns that elevate brand visibility. Trusted liaison known for discretion, diplomacy, and delivering results under pressure. Adept at navigating complex, fast-paced environments while providing thoughtful guidance and timely solutions to both internal stakeholders and external partners.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Talent Executive (Freelance)

Yahoo! Inc
NYC, Remote
03.2025 - Current
  • Coordinate celebrity bookings for Yahoo platforms, boosting series visibility with executive collaboration
  • Collaborate with social team to enhance audience engagement through celebrity involvement
  • Work with executives to launch new series, increasing platform visibility
  • Lead talent acquisition efforts, securing high-profile figures for Yahoo Life and Entertainment including celebrities, sports figures, influencers and more
  • Enhance platform presence by integrating celebrity participation, driving audience growth

Director of Celebrity + Influencer Management

Veyl Ventures
NYC, Remote
07.2023 - 05.2024
  • Led the curation of brand partnerships with high-profile figures, enhancing brand visibility and engagement.
  • Fostered key relationships with A-list talent agents and secured exclusive partnerships, boosting brand awareness.
  • Managed complex deal negotiations, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and maximizing partnership value.
  • Ensured the successful integration of talent, fulfilling contractual obligations and enhancing partnership outcomes.
  • Served as the key contact for talent, streamlining creative approvals and project asset delivery.

Senior Talent Producer (Freelance)

Barstool Sports
NYC, Hybrid
10.2022 - 07.2023
  • Pitched, negotiated, and secured top-tier talent for Barstool Sports' premier podcast and live event programming, contributing to audience growth and content diversification.
  • Partnered with internal teams to strategically identify and select guests whose expertise and appeal aligned with Barstool's brand, ensuring compelling and engaging content for its audience.

Talent Executive

Netflix Is A Joke: Chris Rock Live Pre & Post Special
LA, Remote
02.2023 - 03.2023
  • Managed talent booking and secured high-profile appearances (both in-person and virtual) for Netflix's live streaming event, ensuring alignment with creative vision and production timelines.
  • Negotiated participation terms and collaborated directly with Netflix executives and the Executive Producer to refine talent agreements, ensuring expectations were clearly defined and met.

Senior Talent Producer

Verizon Media Group/Yahoo! Inc.
NYC, Remote
08.2018 - 11.2022
  • Led talent acquisition and production for the Lifestyle + Entertainment verticals as well as special projects in collaboration with the DE&I team, producing impactful content for cultural celebrations such as AAPI Heritage Month, PRIDE, and Juneteenth.
  • Partnered closely with senior executives to devise strategies for evolving and expanding the Yahoo Lifestyle & Entertainment brand, contributing to increased brand visibility and audience engagement.
  • Managed talent booking for a diverse range of original programming, securing high-profile celebrities, athletes, musicians, influencers, and thought leaders for impactful video content.
  • Coordinated with various VMG brand teams, including sales and marketing, to book talent for live events, special conferences, and branded content, further strengthening Yahoo's cross-platform presence.
  • Oversaw bookings of VMG's MAKERS podcast, including talent acquisition, show coordination, and team management, ensuring the seamless execution of the project.
  • Conducted interviews and talent assessments for on-air talent roles, ensuring alignment with brand values and audience expectations.

Talent Executive

The Great American Foodathon - Content 23
NYC, Remote
10.2020 - 11.2020

Talent Executive | Senior Talent Producer

The Chew Productions
NYC
07.2011 - 06.2018

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

The College of New Jersey
Ewing, NJ

Skills

  • Celebrity Relations Management
  • Influencer Management
  • Brand Partnerships
  • Campaign Development
  • Contract Management
  • Negotiation
  • Digital Marketing
  • Social Media Strategy
  • Project Management
  • Cross-functional Collaboration

Awards

  • Emmy Winner, 'The Chew', 2016
  • Emmy Nominee, 'The Chew', 2013, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018
  • Emmy Nominee, 'Paula's Best Dishes', 2012

Timeline

Talent Executive (Freelance)

Yahoo! Inc
03.2025 - Current

Director of Celebrity + Influencer Management

Veyl Ventures
07.2023 - 05.2024

Talent Executive

Netflix Is A Joke: Chris Rock Live Pre & Post Special
02.2023 - 03.2023

Senior Talent Producer (Freelance)

Barstool Sports
10.2022 - 07.2023

Talent Executive

The Great American Foodathon - Content 23
10.2020 - 11.2020

Senior Talent Producer

Verizon Media Group/Yahoo! Inc.
08.2018 - 11.2022

Talent Executive | Senior Talent Producer

The Chew Productions
07.2011 - 06.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

The College of New Jersey

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