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Whalar Group · 4 months ago

Senior Talent Manager

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

Whalar Group is a leading global creator talent management company dedicated to helping creators fulfill their potential. As a Senior Talent Manager, you will drive the careers of top creators by managing brand partnerships, developing growth strategies, and supporting their ventures across the creator economy.

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Responsibilities

Build and manage your own roster of creators, developing long-term strategic growth plans tailored to each talent’s ambitions

Drive new business for your talent through partnerships in ambassadorships, publishing, content development, syndication, product licensing, IP development, and brand building

Lead all stages of brand collaborations — from pitch to negotiation to flawless delivery — ensuring opportunities align with each talent’s vision

Collaborate with publicists, model bookers, and commercial team members to deliver 360° career support

Cultivate and expand brand and agency relationships that align with your talent’s positioning

Stay ahead of industry trends, platform updates, and emerging revenue models across TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Amazon, and beyond

Support talent in building off-platform ventures, including entertainment, live events, and product launches

Plan and oversee high-impact events, launches, and brand activations

Develop post-campaign reports and case studies to showcase results to partners and stakeholders

Adapt and take on new priorities as your roster’s careers evolve

Qualification

Talent managementInfluencer marketingBrand partnershipsDigital marketingContract negotiationProject managementCommunicationDetail-orientedRelationship building

Required

A proven track record in talent management, influencer marketing, or brand partnerships — ideally with direct experience signing and retaining creator clients

Established roster of talent

Strong commercial instincts paired with a creative, brand-building mindset

Established network of brand, agency, and industry relationships

Deep understanding of digital marketing, content creation, and the social media landscape

Skilled negotiator with experience structuring and managing commercial contracts

Detail-obsessed and highly organized, able to manage multiple projects and priorities at once

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Thrives in a fast-paced environment, with the flexibility to manage opportunities outside standard office hours

Builds strong relationships at all levels — from talent to executives to brand partners