Talent Manager/Jr. Talent Manager

Job Description

Sixteenth, part of Whalar Group, is seeking a Talent Manager/Jr. Talent Manager to manage a roster of creators. The ideal candidate should have experience in creator economy, digital marketing, social media, or content creation.

The Talent Manager will be responsible for building and managing a roster of talent, identifying and unlocking opportunities for revenue growth, and managing brand partnerships.

Responsibilities:

• Build and manage a roster of talent, with strategic plans for career growth.
• Collaborate with publicists, model bookers, and commercial team members.
• Lead and manage brand partnerships.
• Negotiate and manage commercial contracts.
• Project manage brand campaigns.
• Cultivate new brand relationships, leveraging key industry relationships.
• Support talent in expanding their off-platform presence.
• Plan and execute events and develop case studies.

Requirements:

• Commercial acumen and a creative mindset.
• Proven record of generating new business and signing/retaining talent clients.
• Fluent understanding of marketing with experience in digital advertising and/or PR.
• Demonstrated pre-existing relationships with influencers.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized with excellent communication skills.
• Good understanding of commercial contracts.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work outside of usual hours.
• Great interpersonal skills.

What role offers:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• 25 days of PTO + sick days + winter break
• 401k: up to 4% matching
• Monthly phone/internet reimbursement
• Yearly professional development stipend
• New joiner home office allowance
• Fertility benefits
• Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave
• Volunteer days
• Identity theft protection and legal assistance
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Extra voluntary life insurance policy
• Voluntary hospital and critical illness insurance
• Voluntary pet insurance
• Employee resource groups