Senior Director, Social & Influencer

New York City, NY (Hybrid)

$130K/yr – $150K/yrSenior Level7+ years expFull time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Own the creator strategy and program leadership, turning cultural insights into scalable, measurable campaigns for major brands while shaping the Creators & Casting practice with executive partners.

  • Lead creator-led programs aligned to brand objectives and cultural trends, driving measurable impact across campaigns.
  • Partner with the SVP and executives to evolve capabilities, processes, and client strategies in the Creators & Casting practice.
  • Track performance, extract insights, and push innovation across programs through data-driven storytelling.

Job Description

Own the creator strategy and program leadership, turning cultural insights into scalable, measurable campaigns for major brands while shaping the Creators & Casting practice with executive partners.

  • Lead creator-led programs aligned to brand objectives and cultural trends, driving measurable impact across campaigns.
  • Partner with the SVP and executives to evolve capabilities, processes, and client strategies in the Creators & Casting practice.
  • Track performance, extract insights, and push innovation across programs through data-driven storytelling.

Responsibilities

  • Lead creator-led programs, ensuring strategies align with brand objectives and cultural insights
  • Serve as a trusted strategic partner and client lead, presenting ideas, strategies, and recommendations with confidence to senior brand stakeholders
  • Oversee multiple program teams, ensuring work is integrated, creative, and measurable
  • Guide and approve strategies, casting recommendations, and contract negotiations led by the broader team
  • Partner with the SVP and executive leadership to evolve the Creators & Casting practice, expanding capabilities and refining processes
  • Mentor and manage mid-level and junior staff, fostering a culture of accountability, growth, and operational excellence.
  • Anticipate client and market needs, proactively developing new solutions and opportunities
  • Contribute to new business efforts, leading creator strategy and presenting to prospective clients
  • Track, measure, and analyze performance across programs to deliver insights and push innovation

Requirements

  • 7-9 years of experience in influencer/creator marketing, social strategy, or related field
  • Proven track record of leading large-scale creator campaigns for major consumer brands
  • Exceptional client leadership, communication, and presentation skills
  • Deep knowledge of creator ecosystems, cultural trends, and platform nuances
  • Skilled in high-level negotiations, contract oversight, and budget management
  • Experienced people manager with a proven track record of developing mid-level and junior talent.
  • Strategic thinker who can balance big-picture vision with flawless execution
  • Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or equivalent professional experience

    Benefits

    • Health Care (Medical, Dental, Vision)
    • Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays
    • Summer Fridays
    • 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match
    • Lifestyle Spending Account
    • Paid Parental Leave
    • Commuter Benefits
    • New Business Referral Bonus
    • Employee Referral Bonus
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    Day One Agency

    An independent creative communications agency building legacy through relevance.Fast Company's 2025 and 2024 Most Innovative Companies. Ad Age's 2024 A-List. PRWeek's Outstanding Midsize Agency 2025, 2024, and 2023.

    Founded in 2014
    New York, New York, USA
    241 employees (131 in marketing)

    Traffic Signals

    Monthly Visitors
    18.3K
    Traffic Source Mix
    Search
    42.8%
    Direct
    45.2%
    Referral
    8.2%
    Social
    2.1%
    Paid
    1%

    Headcount Trend

    Current headcount: ~241

    Marketing Team

    Marketing Team Size
    90 (37% of company)
    Median Career Experience
    12 years
    Median Tenure
    2.3 years
    Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
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