Senior Manager - Talent & Influencer - Remote

Overview

The Senior Manager, Influencer & Talent will play an integral role in developing the influencer strategy for 2K Sports titles, handling and developing creator relationships, agency relationships, collaborating with cross-functional teams, onboarding talent onto 2K campaigns, and integrating the 2K brand/game titles into creator initiatives that drive fan interest and growth.

In Short

• Take lead on influencer strategy for select 2K titles
• Key point of contact for agency relationships
• Develop and lead a team of Influencer/Talent Managers
• Driver of relationship development and communication with our current and new creators
• Build positive relationships with creator management teams
• Develop/refine internal project management process alongside the Director
• A key member of the team that shares creator feedback to help refine marketing campaigns
• Share creator tentpoles and activations with the greater team that are an ideal fit for the 2K brand/game titles
• Guide on tentpole moments that creators are driving and how the 2K brand can potentially integrate where it makes sense
• Ensure partnerships are not only beneficial for the 2K brand, but creator as well

Requirements

• 7-9 years of handling/leading creator relationships and campaigns
• 2 years experience developing and leading team members
• Experience vetting and onboarding agencies
• Experience working with global agencies (specifically EMEA territories)
• Multi-language speaking is a plus
• Experience driving influencer strategy for brands
• Background of developing Project Management processes
• Self-starter, Strategic Problem solver, and Teammate (great working cross functionally)
• Deep knowledge AND relationships within the Creator Economy
• Entertainment/Gaming validated experience
• Authority in understanding what’s happening around culture (music, sports, and fashion)

Benefits

• Inclusive work environment
• Encouragement to apply even if not meeting every requirement