INNOCEAN USA, a full-service advertising agency located in Huntington Beach, CA is seeking a Business Affairs – Partnership & Influencer Management specialist to join our growing team!
Local candidates preferred. We are a hybrid environment.
SUMMARY OF POSITION
This position provides the unique opportunity to join the Business Affairs team at an agency spearheading the realization of new ideas & creativity. As a member of the team, you will be managing all business facets of influencer campaigns, social media campaigns, and integrated commercial production across IUA’s client roster, including influencer/production/talent contracting, managing brand ambassador programs, licensing and clearances, budget administration, scoping legal issues, and interpreting the SAG Commercials Contract.
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Aptitude for identifying a diverse set of influencers that are aligned with client’s brand image and target demographics
- Working knowledge of current influencer and social media trends across Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and any other emerging social media platforms
- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
- Self-motivation and problem-solving attitude in fast-paced, deadline driven environment
- Exceptional organizational, prioritization, and time management skills and a strong attention to detail
- Ability to collaborate with various teams and facilitate decision making based on collective team input
- Working knowledge of SAG-AFTRA’s Commercial Contract/Corp-Ed Contract/New Media Agreement, and AFM Contracts
- Thorough understanding of video production and Business Affairs in advertising
- Working knowledge of copyright, trademark, and licensing in the area of entertainment or advertising law with particular emphasis on digital content/technology initiatives and able to partner with Legal Counsel and other team members as needed
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- ·Research, identify, and build relationships with social media influencers, content creators, and their respective agents
- Negotiate fair rates for content, and handle contracting and estimating for commercial and non-commercial productions, including preparation of Influencer contracts, SAG contracts, and non-union talent agreements
- Manage influencer and client communication to ensure the objectives and deliverables are met
- Review creative for any clearances/licensing, and provide watch outs
- Prepare production estimate with breakdowns and pertinent info from producers
- Partner with client’s cost consultants to ensure estimate approval
- Create production start-up documents, including production agreements, insurance coverage, and talent mandatories
- Manage research/outreach/negotiation/contract of third-party licensing, including stock, film/TV, music, props, etc.
- Issue purchase orders, facilitate invoice approvals, payment and job actualization
- Work closely with BA leadership, legal counsel, and account teams to resolve any liability issues within assigned production, creating viable and workable solutions
- Train and guide new teammates in influencer best practices as team grows
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- 3+ years related experience in influencer marketing, advertising, or talent management
- Deep understanding and working knowledge of social media platforms and influencer management
- Industry expertise and experience
THE BUSINESS AFFAIRS MANAGER WE ARE LOOKING FOR IS
- Solutions driven, a relentlessly optimistic and strategic problem-solver
- Organized, driven, excellent time manager
- A passionate “Rockstar”, eager to elevate the Business Affairs practice by adding value in contribution to the collective creative goals
BENEFITS
- 3 PPO Medical Plans through Anthem to choose from at low cost
- Free Dental and Vision
- 401k – up to 6% match at .70 cents on the dollar
- Wellness reimbursement program
- Company paid short- and long-term disability, and basic life
- Generous PTO
- On-site Barista
- Beautiful campus across from the Pacific Ocean
The salary range for this role is $90,000-135,850.
Pay is dependent upon several factors including but not limited to: experience, training, transferable skills, and client.
INNOCEAN USA
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