Account Director, Influencer Partnerships

Responsibilities

• Client Relationship & Account Management
• - Serve as a primary strategic point of contact for the account, maintaining strong relationships with client stakeholders and marketing leadership.
• - Manage client expectations, project timelines, deliverables and feedback throughout the creative process.
• - Ensure all influencer marketing campaigns meet established brand standards and client expectations.
• - Provide strategic oversight, performance updates and recommendations in order to optimize and improve campaign performance.
• - Collaborate closely with agency leadership to identify and pursue new business opportunities, partnerships and opportunities to expand influencer programs and services.
• - Support new business presentations, strategic proposals and client pitches by contributing influencer marketing expertise, insights and recommendations.
• Influencer Marketing & Strategy
• - Develop strategic influencer plans and campaigns, then leading a team to execute them
• - Demonstrated expertise in influencer identification, vetting, outreach and negotiation across key social platforms (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, etc.)

Requirements

• This is a hybrid position based in Los Angeles and in-office two times a week. Only local applicants will be considered for this role.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Advertising, or a related field required.
• 5-9 years of progressive experience in influencer marketing marketing, brand management, integrated marketing including demonstrated management and leadership experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing and mentoring teams while balancing strategic leadership with hands-on execution.
• Must be based in the Los Angeles area and available to work on-site in Culver City at least two days per week.
• Previous agency experience managing national or global consumer brands.
• Experience supporting new business development, client pitches or strategic partnership opportunities.
• Ability to perform standard office duties, including prolonged periods of sitting, computer use and participation in virtual and in-person meetings.
• Ability to occasionally lift or move materials weighing up to 20 pounds.
• This position follows a hybrid work schedule requiring a minimum of two days per week in the Culver City office.