Senior Influencer Talent Executive

Manchester, England, United Kingdom

12/3/2024

The Company

NewGen is a social-first creative and creator agency that stands at the forefront of culture, creators and community.

On a mission to challenge outdated advertising methodologies, and present a new way of doing things, it exists to revolutionise social connections, making advertising more relevant, engaging, fun, and effective.

With its genesis as a gaming influencer agency, it has honed its community expertise, connecting with modern consumers in a way that aligns with how it interacts, shares, and makes decisions in the digital age.

The Role

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Talent Executive to join our Talent Management team. The successful candidate will identify, recruit, and manage high-profile influencers, ensuring they are matched with suitable brand partnerships that align with their personal brand and audience.

This role requires a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of the influencer landscape, excellent negotiation skills, and a proven track record in talent management. A genuine passion for the well-being of our creators and providing insightful means of growing their careers is essential.

The Responsibilities

• Identify and recruit top-tier influencers across various social media platforms within diverse content sectors (Lifestyle, tech, gaming, and more)
• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned influencers, managing day-to-day communications and ensuring their needs are met
• Strategically develop plans for signed talent to maximize their growth and financial productivity
• Monitor influencer performance and growth, offering feedback and support to enhance their personal brand
• Collaborate with the management team and broader NewGen teams to strategize and contribute to action plans for robust and profitable campaigns
• Oversee the execution of managed creator campaigns, ensuring deliverables are met and client expectations are exceeded
• Maintain a strong understanding of branded content on video and social platforms, including YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat
• Manage projects from inception to completion
• Stay knowledgeable and focused on the creator economy landscape
• Demonstrate proficiency in language and communication across all verticals
  
  
  

Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong experience in talent management and digital advertising
• Proven track record of managing high-profile influencers and successful brand partnerships
• In-depth understanding of the creator economy landscape from both operational and talent perspectives
• Flexibility, strong multi-tasking abilities, and a willingness to work across all functions of a creator roster
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of YouTube, Twitch, Twitter, and Instagram analytics (i.e., best practices, ability to analyze, prepare, and present data) is a plus
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Established network within the influencer and social media community
  
  
  

Benefits

• 36 days holiday per year, including a 10-day block "reset", Christmas closure and birthday day off
• Ben Allowance - Subsidised bespoke benefits package giving you access to benefits you want (Childcare, enhanced pension, healthcare, gym, Netflix, Deliveroo, you name it, it's on there)
• Access to Vitality Healthcare for health insurance
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity policy and enhanced policies for same-sex and non-binary couples
• Enhanced compassionate leave so you can genuinely take the time you need
• Flexible working hours give you an earlier start for an earlier finish or a later start for a later finish. We want you to work in a way that works best for you and your life
• Company away days!
• Community days - we give you time off to go support a cause you believe in!
• There are plenty of clubs/societies, and if we don't have something that suits you, you can always suggest it
• Holiday office closure & additional time off for religious holidays