Senior Manager, Influencer

<p></p> <p><strong><u>Who We Are</u></strong></p> <p>Weber Shandwick is more than a leading global PR agency – we’re an engagement agency and we’re working in and around the cutting edge of the new media landscape. We’re storytellers, content creators, and we engage people IN the story. Our success is built on a deep commitment to client service and to our people. We embrace creativity and collaboration, and we engage stakeholders in new and creative ways to build brands and reputations.</p> <p><strong>Senior Manager, Influencer Strategy</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>Weber Shandwick is looking for a Senior Manager, Influencer Strategy to join our team in Chicago. We are looking for a star candidate (5+ years of experience).&nbsp;</p> <p>Candidate must have a deep understanding of the <strong>influencer landscape</strong>, but also have unique experience developing and executing <strong>both integrated and influencer-led campaigns.</strong><strong> </strong>The following is a general outline of primary responsibilities.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>The Essentials</strong>&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Thinking: Intellectual curiosity and creativity is a must.</li> <li>Storytelling: Understand the elements that make a story exciting, what brands are doing in the press and on social platforms, and what they should do next.</li> <li>Communication: Speak, write and edit succinctly and compellingly.</li> <li>Management: Meet deadlines, put out fires and multi-task. Work fast, and work well.</li> <li>Interpersonal: Play nice, whether it’s in a team, with a team or independently.</li> <li>Technical: Know Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook. Influencer databases/management systems/vendor networks and social listening/tracking tools is a plus.</li> <li>Detail-Oriented: Whether it’s an influencer recommendation or a recap report, attention to detail and a commitment to delivering clear and precise work is essential.</li> <li><u>Proactive Mindset: looks beyond current assignments and direct requests to drive work forward.</u></li> <li>Spark: Understand what sets you apart.</li> <li><u>Fluency in Spanish (written and verbal) is a plus, specifically to support campaigns and to manage relationships with bilingual creators.</u>&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Responsibilities</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p><em>Brand Strategy &amp; Execution</em>&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Own responsibilities for executional leadership of multiple client programs, budgets, plans</li> <li>Maintain daily client contact, serving as a trusted resource and advisor</li> <li>Facilitate cross-functiona