Talent Manager
We are seeking a Talent Manager to join the Talent Management team at Currents to work with the Head of Talent and to secure effective influencer campaigns with measurable results for brands. Successful candidates must have 2+ years of agency or management experience and be familiar with content creators, social media channels (Youtube, Instagram, TikTok, etc), and building out digital marketing programs. Candidates should have an existing Roster of talent that they represent, and have an interest in developing their own Talent Roster at Currents.
Responsibilities:
Handle consistent communication with talent and provide counsel across all business matters, including social media, industry trends, brand extensions and growth trajectory
Leverage existing relationships with brand and agency contacts for deal flow and revenue quotas
Actively and reactively assist in ongoing talent pitches/project development, both for own clients as well as agency-wide
Along with support team, manage each project from inception to completion
Develop creative and strategic program ideas with talent’s strengths/successes and development goals in mind
Represent talent in contract negotiations
Provide insight and research/discover new talent
Preferred Qualifications:
2+ Years actively managing a Roster of talent as the primary point of contact for all business inquiries
Superior communication, writing and verbal skills with an ability to consult with executive management
Proactive, detail-oriented, and extremely organized
Ability to meet deadlines and possess follow-through
Confidence and ability to negotiate deals and understand deal memos between talent and brands
Marketing savvy, problem-solving and pop culturally aware
Creative thinker who can brainstorm innovative ideas/strategies
Positive attitude and strong social skills in speaking to talent and brands