Manager, VIP & Influence at KARLA OTTO | New York, USA | $80K/yr – $85K/yr

KARLA OTTO

Manager, VIP & Influence

New York, USA (On-site)

$80K/yr – $85K/yrManager4+ years expFull time

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive end-to-end VIP and influencer program execution for luxury fashion and lifestyle brands.

Must-have: 4+ years in agency or in-house roles managing paid influencer campaigns and events.
Standout: Deep entertainment network and strong on-site leadership at high-profile events.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Day-to-day management of VIP and influencer deliverables across fashion, lifestyle, hospitality, and beauty accounts, with a strong focus on events, activations, and fashion shows
Lead execution of brand activation, collaborations, press events, fashion shows, and VIP experiences, including on-site support and talent coordination
Build and maintain strong client relationships, serving as the primary day-to-day lead and delegating to junior team members as appropriate
Provide accurate budget estimates for paid partnerships, including brand ambassadorships, event attendance, social campaigns, and booking DJs/performers
Draft and manage talent Statements of Work, outlining deliverables, services, usage rights, exclusivity, timelines, and fees
Strategically cast talent for both organic and paid opportunities, aligned to brand DNA, KPIs, audience, and budget
Negotiate influencer and celebrity partnerships and execute talent contracts in collaboration with legal
Manage paid talent deliverables and approvals, ensuring all deadlines are met and client feedback is addressed efficiently
Oversee campaign budgets and partner closely with client and finance teams to ensure third-party collaborators are paid accurately and on time
Advise clients on organic VIP and influencer strategy, including seedings, dressing opportunities, guest list curation, and press trip support

Requirements

4+ years of experience at an agency or in-house, ideally within fashion, luxury, entertainment, or lifestyle
Proven track record managing paid influencer and VIP campaigns, including events and activations
Strong understanding of Instagram, TikTok, and emerging social platforms
Demonstrated experience supporting or leading fashion shows, brand events, collaborations, and experiential activations
High level of polish, sophistication, and attention to detail—both aesthetically and operationally
Strong negotiator with experience navigating complex contracts in partnership with legal teams
Confident self-starter who brings ideas forward and contributes meaningfully to client experience and team culture
Enthusiastic about attending industry events and building real-world relationships
Excellent written and verbal communication, organization, and research skills
Positive, solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to thrive under pressure

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
401K Employer Match program
Commuter Benefits
Paid Time Off including Vacation Days, Personal Days, Sick Days, and additional Comp Days
Company-wide closure last week of the year
10 Federal Holidays Observed

KARLA OTTO

WHO WE AREFounded in 1982, Karla Otto is a full-service brand-building agency, operating from fifteen cities across the globe, Milan, Paris, London, Munich, Dubai, Riyadh, Jeddah, New York, Los Angeles, Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai, Singapore, Tokyo and Seoul. WHAT WE DOKarla Otto’s service is unparalleled. Built on the founder’s pioneering spirit, discerning eye and intuition, our global team is dedicated to delivering work that expertly combines detail and local precision with large-scale impact.Blending the best of fashion, beauty, design, lifestyle, and arts & culture, we offer a panoramic view of opportunities and the ability to execute complex ideas.Our loyal network and unrivalled approach to culture and community enables us to take brands to brave new territories.CAREERSAt Karla Otto we are always interested in hearing from our industry's experts in Strategy, Creative, Talent, Experiences and Communication. If you are a driven to deliver excellence, agile and conscientious, as well as want to work with remarkable clients, please review our openings. THE INDEPENDENTSThe Independents is a global group of industry leaders across luxury and lifestyle, comprising Atelier Athem, Atelier LUM, Bureau Béatrice, Bureau Betak, Bureau Future, CTZAR, INCA, K2, Karla Otto, Kennedy, Kitten Production, Lefty, PRODJECT, Sunshine and The Qode. The collective is powerfully positioned to offer streamlined strategy, creative, talent, influencer marketing, experiences and communications services for leading brands across key territories. To find out more, please visit:http://www.the-independents.com/

Founded in 1982

London, England, GBR

485 employees (162 in marketing)

www.karlaotto.com