Talent Manager

We are currently seeking a highly motivated Talent Manager to partner with our team and network of Talent Representatives. Candidates must have an entrepreneurial mindset, deep relationships in the digital talent ecosystem, stellar relationships with buyers, and a proven book of business. Must be creative, savvy, clever, and an experienced deal maker who knows how to maximize value for both the talent and the buyer alike and be able to balance a multitude of tasks in a fast-paced environment. Must also be astute in Talent Management, contract negotiation, creative dealmaking, social media marketing, brand partnerships, endorsements, and general Creator Economy trends and ecosystem.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Sign and represent digital influencers/talent/creators
• Procure opportunities on behalf of your roster and the roster of Hyphen (and the larger portfolio (e.g., Reign Maker Talent))
• Service, support, and build talents’ businesses and scale talents’ opportunities
• Optimize and oversee the talent onboarding process from prospect/scouting to signed talent
• Understand key influencers and creator economy trends to recruit for the talent roster and buyers
• Create and develop strong buyer relationships and regular buyer coverage
• Strong focus and research skills to identify market trends in real time (across various time zones and verticals)
• Robust understanding of the creator economy landscape, monetization trends, and platform optimization techniques
• Grow a team that manages/develops/maintains relationships between influencers and buyers (brand and agencies)
• Be a resource for other Talent Managers, teams, and leaders through collaboration, mentorship, and learning
• Meet and exceed monthly KPIs and goals

Must-Haves:

• 4+ years of experience in talent management/talent representation of influencers/talent/creators (and/or celebrities/athletes/models with a strong digital presence)
• Experience representing creators across various niches and verticals
• Robust network of digital talent, buyers, brands, agencies, and other facets of the general digital and entertainment landscapes
• Experience professionally managing brand partnerships, buyers, endorsements, and multilevel marketing/brand campaigns
• Success (or desire to self-motivate) by operating in a remote or potentially hybrid working environment with team members working across North America + abroad
• Ability to keep desk and company shared folders organized, productive, and efficient
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple communication mediums (email, slack messages/huddles, google-meets, text, etc.) without being overwhelmed and losing productivity or becoming forgetful
• A calm, confident, rationale demeanor whose personality thrives in a team and doesn’t let themselves get distracted by drama and treats their clients and co-workers with a kind eye and respect