Director, Talent Management

Digital Brand Architects

• $150K — $200K *
Media
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in talent management, especially in the digital realm.
  • Proven success in developing and managing top digital influencers.
  • Strong negotiation skills for handling contracts.
  • History of meeting or exceeding revenue benchmarks.
  • Experience in nurturing talent both digitally and traditionally.
  • Effective leadership and team management skills.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the talent management team with strategic direction.
  • Build and maintain relationships with a diverse talent portfolio.
  • Oversee and manage endorsement deals and partnerships.
  • Design and implement talent strategies for career and content growth.
  • Collaborate with branding teams to connect talent with brands.
  • Mentor team members to elevate their performance.
  • Represent talent in negotiations and manage contract processes.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package with employer contributions.
  • Unlimited vacation policy promoting work-life balance.
  • Flexible hybrid work schedule, fostering adaptability.
  • Paid parental leave supporting family growth.
  • Opportunities for volunteering and community engagement.
  • Casual dress code and open office environment promoting comfort.
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

The primary focus of this position will be talent management and development in the influencer space. Elements of talent management will include actively signing and maintaining a roster of viable talent and managing a wide variety of endorsement and partnership deals.

Requirements

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:
• Provide leadership and strategic direction to our talent management team.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with a portfolio of digital talent.
• Oversee talent deals, partnerships, and endorsements, ensuring their success.
• Develop and execute talent strategies, including career growth, brand partnerships and content opportunities.
• Collaborate with the Brand Partnerships team to align talent with appropriate brand campaigns.
• Mentor, coach, and support team members to maximize their potential.
• Represent talent in contract negotiations and oversee the contract process.
• Identify and recruit new digital talent to expand our portfolio.
• Work closely with the finance department to track and project revenue accurately.
• Participate in company-wide initiatives and activities.
• Commit to continuous industry knowledge and professional growth.

Competencies:
• Leadership
• Strategic Thinking
• Relationship Building
• Talent Development
• Contract Negotiation
• Collaboration
• Financial Acumen
• Initiative
• Results Orientation

Supervisory responsibilities

Direct supervision of one or more employees at Assistant, Coordinator or Manager level.

Travel required

Travel may be required.

Required Experience:
• 5-7 years of experience in talent management, preferably in the digital space.
• Proven track record of developing and managing top-tier digital talent.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience with contract management.
• Successful history of meeting and exceeding revenue goals.
• Experience in talent development, both on and off digital platforms.
• Leadership experience, including team management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with adaptability to various personalities and behaviors.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume email/workload environment.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and well-organized work style.
• Deadline-driven with a strong sense of accountability.
• Passion for social media and a keen interest in nurturing talent relationships.

Preferred Experience:
• Proficiency in utilizing various social media platforms, including Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat, etc.
• Knowledge of Google Analytics.
• Experience with QuickBase.
• Familiarity with Traffic analysis tools (e.g., CreatorIQ, Social Rank).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Box, Google Suite, Zoom, Mac, Outlook, Slack, Trello, Adobe, Canva, and other relevant tools and technology.

What We Offer:
• Comprehensive benefits package with employer contributions.
• Unlimited vacation time.
• Hybrid work schedule.
• Paid parental leave.
• Volunteer opportunities.
• Casual Dress code and an open office environment.

Other Duties:

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and may change at any time, with or without notice, to accommodate the evolving needs of the position and the company.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

This role is typically based in an office environment, requiring the use of a computer, telephone, and other office equipment as necessary to fulfill job duties. The noise level is typical of an office setting, and interruptions may occur throughout the workday.

Salary Description

$150,000.00 - $200,000.00 B.O.E.

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