Shelby American, Inc.
Shelby American, Inc. is hiring: Influencer Marketing Specialist - Contract Role
Shelby American, Inc., Raleigh, NC, United States, 27601
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Influencer Marketing Specialist - Contract Role
Toronto, CAN
Contract
Description
Language: English (French is an asset)
Experience: 3–4 years in influencer marketing, social media, or brand marketing
About the Role: We are seeking a socially native, culturally savvy Influencer Marketing Manager for a 6-month contract to lead and execute influencer partnerships and campaigns. This role requires 3–4 years of experience in influencer marketing, social media, or brand marketing, with a strong understanding of the Canadian market, paid media, and retail partnerships.
Key Responsibilities & Profile
- Work with Dove (Personal Care) and agency partners to execute social-first, data-driven influencer programs (paid & earned) to generate content, driving growth and credibility for the brand.
- Coordinate the creation and scheduling of influencer content across social and digital platforms, ensuring adherence to brand guidelines and KPIs.
- Deep understanding of Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube primarily, as well as Pinterest, Snapchat, Twitch, and emerging platforms.
- Ability to speak the social language, identify trending content, with knowledge of Canadian influencers.
- Assist with the management of paid boosting for influencer content.
- Research potential influencer partners and innovative content ideas to enhance program effectiveness.
- Stay up to date with key cultural moments and trends in Canada to inform campaign strategies, providing regular updates to the team.
Brand & Retail Marketing Expertise:
- Knowledge of big brand marketing, including customer funnels, key messaging, and claims.
- Support coordination with the retail team to develop e-commerce influencer programs tailored to Canadian customers.
Strong Understanding of the Canadian Retail Landscape:
- Grocery: Loblaws, Metro, Sobeys, Longo’s.
Campaign Execution & Performance Tracking:
- Develop and execute influencer campaigns, ensuring alignment with brand and retail objectives, while maintaining timelines and key milestones to deliver impactful campaigns.
- Help maintain and update an always-on content calendar, ensuring timely and relevant posts.
- Track and measure campaign success against KPIs and benchmarks.
- Support cross-functional teams to align influencer initiatives with marketing goals.
- Be proactive, take initiative, and problem-solve in a fast-paced environment.
On-Site Presence & Language Skills:
- Toronto-based with the ability to attend in-office and retailer meetings as needed.
- French language skills are a strong asset.
Who You Are:
- 3–4 years of experience in influencer marketing, social media, or brand marketing.
- Experience managing agencies.
- Strategic, analytical, and creative in influencer marketing.
- Highly organized and results-driven, with a strong ability to multitask.
- Passionate about social media, culture, and brand storytelling.
- A team player who is collaborative and resourceful.