Whalar
Senior Talent Manager
Los Angeles, CA · Senior
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 125 days ago
Influencer MarketingNegotiationLeadershipCommunicationOrganizational Skills
About the role
- As a Senior Talent Manager, you'll be the driving force behind the careers of a select roster of top creators.
- This is a strategic, hands-on role for someone who thrives at the intersection of talent representation, brand partnerships, and creative business development.
- You bring an existing network of brand and agency connections, deep industry knowledge, and an instinct for spotting where culture and commerce meet.
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.
- Collaborate with publicists, model bookers, and commercial team members to deliver 360° career support.
- Support talent in building off-platform ventures, including entertainment, live events, and product launches.
- Develop post-campaign reports and case studies to showcase results to partners and stakeholders.
- You won't just manage talent - you'll help them build lasting brands, expand into new revenue streams, and seize opportunities across every corner of the creator economy.
- Detail-obsessed and highly organized, able to manage multiple projects and priorities at once.
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment, with the flexibility to manage opportunities outside standard office hours.
Requirements
- Above all, you have a passion for helping creators grow their influence, impact, and income.
Nice to have
- A proven track record in talent management, influencer marketing, or brand partnerships - ideally with direct experience signing and retaining creator clients.
Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Compensation
- Equal opportunity extends to all aspects of the employment relationship, including hiring, promotions, training, working conditions, compensation, and benefits.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision
- 25 days of PTO + sick days + winter break
- Monthly phone/internet reimbursement
- Yearly professional development stipend
- New joiner home office allowance
- Fertility benefits
- Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- Extra voluntary life insurance policy
- Lead all stages of brand collaborations - from pitch to negotiation to flawless delivery - ensuring opportunities align with each talent's vision.
Company info
- At Whalar Group, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) isn't just a statement, it's our collective strength.
- Our people are our superpower.
- A diverse team and inclusive leadership have shaped Whalar Group since our inception in 2016, fueling a constant evolution of growth.
- We champion a culture of respect and empathy, fostering a sense of belonging that transcends demographics.
- We hire individuals of all backgrounds and empower them to thrive, challenge stereotypes, and actively break societal barriers.
- We're looking for someone who can think big-picture while mastering the details - a true partner to talent who can map a five-year growth plan and still roll up their sleeves to negotiate a contract or project-manage a campaign.
This listing is sourced directly from Whalar's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.