Director, Influencer

Dallas, TX (Hybrid)

$94K/yr – $165K/yrDirector/Executive7+ years expFull time

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive influencer strategy and program management for global client campaigns.

  • Own end-to-end influencer programs and cross-functional coordination.
  • Must-have: 7–10 years in influencer marketing with a proven track record building scalable programs.
  • Standout: Experience leading creative, planning, and client-facing work across multiple platforms.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Strategic Leadership: Develop and evolve influencer strategies that align with broader client business objectives, bringing a POV on where the creator economy is headed and how clients can stay ahead.
  • Campaign Oversight & Execution: Help lead day-to-day execution of influencer campaigns including brief development, contract negotiation, content approvals, timeline management, and performance tracking
  • Creator Partnerships: Research, vet, and build relationships with creators based on strategy, audience alignment, content quality, and performance metrics
  • Platform Expertise: Use deep knowledge of social platforms (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube) and their backend systems to evaluate creator performance and optimize strategy
  • Quality Management: Ensure high-quality client outputs by managing material reviews and verifying all content follows client, legal, and brand guidelines
  • Creative Collaboration: Work with planning, creative, and digital teams to bring integrated campaigns to life
  • Client Partnership: Manage day-to-day client relationships and real-time communications, and provide counsel on creator trends and cultural moments
  • Performance Insights: Track campaign performance and translate data into actionable insights
  • Team Mentorship: Help develop and oversee junior team members on influencer best practices and content strategy
  • Budget Support: Manage budgets, billing, and reporting for influencer programming to keep projects on track

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or related field
  • 7-10 years of experience in influencer marketing, social media, or digital marketing (agency experience or client-facing relationship management is a plus)
  • A track record of building and scaling influencer programs, not just executing them
  • Experience managing or mentoring a team
  • Experience presenting to senior client stakeholders or C-suite executives
  • Strong understanding of creator partnerships across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and emerging platforms
  • Deep platform knowledge—backend systems, performance metrics, and what makes influencer programs successful
  • Experience with influencer platforms like CreatorIQ or Tagger/Sprout Social
  • Contract negotiation experience and knowledge of FTC compliance and content rights
  • Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple campaigns simultaneously
  • Ability to work quickly and efficiently without sacrificing quality
  • Excellent communication skills for clients and creators
  • Strong research, vetting, and multitasking abilities
  • Passion for internet culture, creators, and what makes content go viral—with a pulse on emerging trends and creative ideas that push boundaries

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