Talent Relations Manager

Highsnobiety is a brand dedicated to the latest in style, culture, and the community pushing them forward. We don't just report on what's happening — we are shaping it. From industry deep dives to product curations to our very own in-house garments, our goal is to bring you not anything and everything, but only the best of the best on all fronts. And we want you to be a part of that! We are looking for a Talent Relations Manager to join our team in New York. As a publisher, our mission is to keep our readers ahead of the curve on the latest in fashion, sneakers, pop culture, music, art, design, and entertainment. With a monthly reach of 50M+ across platforms, Highsnobiety is among the most-read, and influential publications in youth style culture.

YOUR MISSION:

PROCUREMENT

• Identify and cast Talent based on overall brand objectives, KPI’s and timing/budget feasibility across all  proactive pitching, RFP’s and active projects within HS+. Programs include, but are not limited to: 
  • NOTE: Event Appearances + Performances to include B2C (i.e. Issue Launches, Highsnobiety activations across annual events - Art Basel, etc.) 
  • Social First Photo + Video Campaigns, OOH Campaigns, UGC Campaigns, First-to-Market Campaigns, Event Appearances, Event Performances, Designer Collaborations, Seedings, Endorsements, etc. 
• Support the HS+ Creative Team to provide any necessary imagery and metrics for pre-sale pitches.
• Build, leverage and maintain industry relationships within the Talent community. Relationships include, but are not limited to:
  • Talent Directly (Influencers, Creators, Artists, Models, etc.),  Agents, Talent Agencies, Publicists, Managers, etc. 
• Main point of contact for all Talent-related communications throughout the pre-sale process and active campaigns. Talent-related communications include, but are not limited to: 
  • Pitching relevant Talent, cost projections based on proposed deal points, maintaining Talent budgets, communicating directly with HS+ Client Services and/or Clients to provide insight, POV, problem solving strategies, additional recommendations, etc. 
  • Working closely with Coordinator on outreach and negotiations, supervising timelines, managing deliverables, milestone payments and reporting. 
• Create Talent Offer Letter(s) and Agreements alongside legal and Coordinator with clearly defined deal points and SOW, and supervise/support in outreach and negotiations.
• Oversee the creation of materials for recommended Talent. Materials include, but are not limited to: Creative Briefs, UGC Toolkits, Shoot Schedules, Rollout Strategies, etc. 
• Work alongside Coordinator to maintain Talent’s schedule for Content Creation, Posting Cadence, Shoot Days, Event Appearances, including any and all Talent requests or requirements.
• Ensure Talent’s participation and fulfillment of contracted deliverables through duration of campaign in time and within budget.
• Ensure all deliverables and coverage are captured for use in recap reporting, reach, impressions, etc.  

GUEST RELATIONS

• Supervise the execution of all guest relation offerings for Events (B2B + B2C) with Highsnobiety PR Agency
• Oversee the curation of guest lists, outreach, RSVP management and FOH services with Highsnobiety PR Agency (B2B + B2C)
• Ensure post event coverage is secured and post event recaps are completed in a timely manner

YOUR SKILLS:

• 3-4 years experience working in talent and influencer management
• A deep understanding of client needs and internal processes
• Strong understanding of usage and pricing specific to types projects and talent
• Strong knowledge of what Highsnobiety represents. The right person should be plugged in to current and upcoming trends in all major fields relevant to our world
• Built-in contact list for talent in our audience
• Strong understanding of talent seeding and micro-influencer campaigns 
• Outstanding problem solving skills and able to work under pressure 
• Team player with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Very strong interpersonal skills, team player, highly motivated and passionate 
• Can-do attitude with an ability to embrace new challenges and ways of thinking
• Capable to act as a HS brand ambassador
• Ability to work flexible hours
  
  

WHAT WE OFFER:

• A bright and spacious design office, which reflects our brand and focuses on employee well-being and sustainability, located in the Financial District
• The opportunity to shape the company and help build a global brand in a motivating, international and diverse work atmosphere
• High degree of responsibility, creativity, originality, independence and creative autonomy
• We are constantly prioritizing attention on DEIB with internal trainings, workshops and our Employee Resource Groups (HighPower, HighPride, HighDreams & HighCulture)
• 2 extra days off globally for all employees on International Women's Day and Juneteenth
• Flexible hybrid working policy, dog friendly office, and remote international working option
• Attractive employee benefits (e.g. discounts in our online shop, performance based bonus, 401k with match, Summer Fridays, ClassPass, access to mental health support platform Calm Premium and Talkspace, Citi Bike, and sabbatical option) 

Highsnobiety is a global community of independent-minded creatives & professionals: Every perspective matters. That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression or genetic information.The expected annual base salary range for this role is between $75,000 to $85,000. The range is based on many factors including location, experience, and relevant skill set. In addition to salary and an employee benefits package, successful candidates will be eligible for variable pay.