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Daniel J Edelman Holdings

Director, Influence Marketing

Daniel J Edelman Holdings, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079


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Edelman has an exciting opportunity for an influence-minded Director for a major retail client. This vital position will contribute to the daily account management for several of the Influencer and Content Creator Programs. It will focus on digital influencers and content creators and the work the brands are doing to engage this ever-growing and significant audience to increase awareness of their products and services.

This position requires strong account management and project management skills, the ability to support busy accounts, including managing competing priorities and serving as a daily counterpart to clients, and a background in influencers and/or content creators.

Responsibilities (Planning):

Ongoing ideation, campaign development, support, and strategic consultation around major initiatives and key moments to produce creative content executions for the U.S. but that can also be leveraged globallyWork as part of integrated teams, infusing influencer into PR and paid programsBuild and maintain relationships with contacts across Edelman divisionsAnalyze industry trends, comparing competitive activities and opportunitiesServe as integral member of the team by contributing to ongoing reports and ongoing cross-company efforts in concert with other agencies and teamsResponsibilities (Campaign Management):

Jump into existing workstreams across the client and develop and apply actionable strategies for engaging relevant content creators and influencersPrepare and present campaign briefings/updates/recaps for clientsDrive new business or incremental opportunities within existing accounts to build brand awarenessDrives internal operational excellence programs to create new offerings, streamline processes and continue internal education growthIdentify new content creators by vertical and categoryEffectively budget new scopes of work on large pieces of businessCompile and maintain influencer profiles in our proprietary tech platformsMaintain thoughtful relationships with select influencers to gauge ongoing sentiment and engagement opportunitiesWhen appropriate, oversee and negotiate contracts with influencers on behalf of clientsWhen appropriate, oversee and negotiate necessary travel arrangements via travel agent vendor for influencersOversee and execute the creation of briefing materials for influencers and for clientsWhen appropriate, coordinate with influencers on deliverablesWork with internal specialists and oversee and recommend enhanced paid and analytics plansBasic Qualifications:

At least 6 years of relevant experience in Communications Marketing and/or related fieldsA bachelor's degree or equivalent work experiencePreferred Qualifications:

Experience working with influencer management agencies for emerging and established bloggers/vloggers and consumer influencers, as well as celebritiesStrong digital strategy and content skills, with a proven track record working with large brands in the digital and social spaceStrong client skills, along with proven ability to develop and manage complex influencer marketing programs from micro to mid- and top-tierFamiliar with influencer marketing contracts and legal requirements

$79,000 - $115,000 a year

An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of DJEH's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and region-specific benefits.

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