The Company
NewGen is a social-first creative and creator agency that stands at the forefront of culture, creators and community.
On a mission to challenge outdated advertising methodologies, and present a new way of doing things, it exists to revolutionise social connections, making advertising more relevant, engaging, fun, and effective.
With its genesis as a gaming influencer agency, it has honed its community expertise, connecting with modern consumers in a way that aligns with how it interacts, shares, and makes decisions in the digital age.
The Role
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Talent Executive to join our Talent Management team. The successful candidate will identify, recruit, and manage high-profile influencers, ensuring they are matched with suitable brand partnerships that align with their personal brand and audience.
This role requires a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of the influencer landscape, excellent negotiation skills, and a proven track record in talent management. A genuine passion for the well-being of our creators and providing insightful means of growing their careers is essential.
The Responsibilities
- Identify and recruit top-tier influencers across various social media platforms within diverse content sectors (Lifestyle, tech, gaming, and more)
- Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned influencers, managing day-to-day communications and ensuring their needs are met
- Strategically develop plans for signed talent to maximize their growth and financial productivity
- Monitor influencer performance and growth, offering feedback and support to enhance their personal brand
- Collaborate with the management team and broader NewGen teams to strategize and contribute to action plans for robust and profitable campaigns
- Oversee the execution of managed creator campaigns, ensuring deliverables are met and client expectations are exceeded
- Maintain a strong understanding of branded content on video and social platforms, including YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat
- Manage projects from inception to completion
- Stay knowledgeable and focused on the creator economy landscape
- Demonstrate proficiency in language and communication across all verticals
Requirements
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong experience in talent management and digital advertising
- Proven track record of managing high-profile influencers and successful brand partnerships
- In-depth understanding of the creator economy landscape from both operational and talent perspectives
- Flexibility, strong multi-tasking abilities, and a willingness to work across all functions of a creator roster
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of YouTube, Twitch, Twitter, and Instagram analytics (i.e., best practices, ability to analyze, prepare, and present data) is a plus
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Established network within the influencer and social media community
Benefits
- 36 days holiday per year, including a 10-day block "reset", Christmas closure and birthday day off
- Ben Allowance - Subsidised bespoke benefits package giving you access to benefits you want (Childcare, enhanced pension, healthcare, gym, Netflix, Deliveroo, you name it, it's on there)
- Access to Vitality Healthcare for health insurance
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity policy and enhanced policies for same-sex and non-binary couples
- Enhanced compassionate leave so you can genuinely take the time you need
- Flexible working hours give you an earlier start for an earlier finish or a later start for a later finish. We want you to work in a way that works best for you and your life
- Company away days!
- Community days - we give you time off to go support a cause you believe in!
- There are plenty of clubs/societies, and if we don't have something that suits you, you can always suggest it
- Holiday office closure & additional time off for religious holidays