Associate Account Director, Influencer Marketing

Do you catch yourself saying “I saw this TikTok the other day…” more often than you’d comfortably admit? Are you the friend that plans the itinerary whenever there’s a trip? Our team of influencer marketing experts is growing, and we’re looking for people who not only understand the social media landscape, but live and breathe on the cutting edge of it.

At Open Influence, we have the privilege of working with some of the world’s top brands, such as Amazon, Disney, Coca Cola, T-Mobile, Netflix, L’Oreal. Our recipe for success brings data, innovation and creativity to every brand strategy and creator collaboration. From kickoff to merchandising performance, the campaigns are powered by our best-in-class account management team. We combine our passion for culture with an infectious commitment to driving meaningful results for our clients. Sure, every agency will have a ‘work hard, play harder’ environment. Our approach is: work smarter, play better.

A job description won’t do Open Influence’s company culture justice, but we’ll give you a snapshot in a few bullets.

• We understand that culture starts at the top. Our management team has an ‘‘open door’ policy at all times, and actively creates safe, inclusive spaces to connect, share, and strategize.
• We recognize and celebrate each other’s wins, and pick each other up when we stumble (which, spoiler alert: we all do).
• We aren’t afraid to look in the mirror. We continually learn, grow, and improve what we do and how we do it.
• Dog-friendly offices. No explanation needed.
• Plus, a bunch of other perks like a professional development stipend, Summer (+ ‘No Meeting’) Fridays, phone bill reimbursement, full benefits and more.

THE ROLE

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Associate Director to join our fast-growing influencer marketing agency. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a team of account managers and overseeing the execution of influencer marketing campaigns. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of influencer marketing, experience managing direct reports of varying levels, and a proven track record of successful campaign execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of account managers responsible for managing client relationships and campaign execution
• Oversee the end-to-end execution of influencer marketing campaigns, including strategy, ideation, influencer selection, contract negotiation, content creation, and performance reporting
• Ensure campaigns are executed on time, within budget, and to a high standard of quality
• Manage client expectations and build strong relationships with key stakeholders
• Maintain a deep understanding of the influencer marketing landscape, including emerging trends, best practices, and industry benchmarks
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including creative, strategy, sales, and data analytics, to deliver integrated marketing solutions
• Contribute to business development efforts, including new business pitches and proposal development
• Develop and implement process improvements to increase team efficiency and effectiveness

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in influencer marketing or related field, with a proven track record of successful campaign execution
• 3+ years of experience managing a team, with a demonstrated ability to mentor and develop team members
• A deep understanding of social media platforms, especially Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok
• Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize work assignments, meet deadlines, and work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with clients, team members, and senior leadership
• Creative problem-solving skills and ability to think strategically
• Ability to work across the full Google suite including Sheets, Slides, Docs, and navigation of team drives
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field

This is a full-time position based in our LA office, with the potential for occasional travel. We offer competitive compensation packages, including health benefits and 401(k) matching. If you are a self-starter with a passion for influencer marketing and team management, we encourage you to apply.

Open Influence