Senior Account Manager - Celebrity & Partnerships

Senior Account Managers on the Celebrity and Partnerships team are responsible for leading high-level client relationships, managing top-tier talent partnerships, and overseeing cross-functional execution of strategic marketing campaigns. This role involves developing innovative brand activations, negotiating complex talent deals, managing budgets and deliverables, and mentoring a team of Account Managers and Associates. As a key leader within the Celebrity and Partnerships department, this person will help scale operations, drive performance, and contribute to overall agency success.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for high-profile clients and talent partners, ensuring alignment on goals, deliverables, and creative direction.
  • Lead strategy and execution of celebrity and talent-driven campaigns, from ideation through reporting.
  • Oversee contract negotiations, usage rights, exclusivity terms, and talent deliverables for celebrity partnerships.
  • Manage budgets, campaign pacing, and performance benchmarks, making real-time adjustments to optimize success.
  • Supervise and support Account Managers and Associates, providing guidance, feedback, and oversight.
  • Monitor and analyze campaign KPIs and insights, delivering comprehensive performance reports and strategic recommendations.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams including brand management, creative, content, and social media.
  • Stay informed on industry trends, entertainment/pop culture moments, and evolving platform capabilities to proactively pitch new opportunities to clients.
  • Support new business development by representing the Celebrity and Partnerships team on proposals, kick-off calls, and scoping conversations.

Preferred Qualifications

  • 3+ years experience in client-facing account management, talent relations, or entertainment marketing.
  • 1+ years of experience in a leadership or management role.
  • Strong working knowledge of the celebrity/talent landscape, influencer compensation norms, and campaign structuring.
  • SAG and NIL experience
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and clients in a fast-paced environment.
  • Deep understanding of digital marketing KPIs and social platform best practices (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, etc.).
  • Experience negotiating talent deals, reviewing contracts, and managing legal/usage terms.
  • Strategic thinker with strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
  • Highly detail-oriented, with strong problem-solving capabilities.


Job Type: Full-Time

Education: Bachelor's (preferred) or equivalent experience required.

Celebrity & Partnerships

New York, NY

Nashville, TN

West Hollywood, CA

Atlanta, GA

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