Senior Talent (Influencer) Manager

About Pearpop

Pearpop is redefining how brands harness creators to reach and inspire new audiences. As a full-service creative partner, we combine creative strategy, creator curation, and media amplification to deliver content that moves culture and drives results.

With best-in-class creative, unmatched creator access, and a data-driven approach, we craft strategic, insight-driven campaigns backed by full stack technology and performance media. Pearpop ensures every campaign is seamless, impactful, and culturally relevant. Since its founding, Pearpop has been recognized as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies and Digiday’s Best Influencer Marketing Platform

Working at Pearpop

We're bringing together a smart and passionate team of creative builders to join us as we are a growth-stage, high-performance startup. In addition to competitive salaries, we have all the good stuff—equity, generous health and dental insurance, 401(k), and unlimited PTO. This role can be fully remote, or if locally based, it can be in-person at our headquarters in Los Angeles three days per week. The office is fully stocked with snacks, beverages, cold brew, and all the good stuff.

We are seeking a Senior Talent Manager who is ready to join a forward-thinking, innovative company with a collaborative culture that is redefining talent management. You must bring a book of business from your previous role that generates six to seven figures in annual revenue—this is non-negotiable. Compensation will vary based on the size of your book of business, ensuring you're rewarded for the success you bring.

Key Responsibilities and Must Haves:

• Experience: At least 5+ years of talent management, talent representation, or influencer marketing.

• Client Roster: You must bring a six to seven-figure talent roster with you. This is non-negotiable.

• Talent Representation: Recruit, represent, and manage a roster of digital talent across various verticals, including fashion, wellness, beauty, fitness, family, and more.

• Client Growth: Identify, negotiate, and execute brand partnerships and campaigns that align with clients’ needs. Proactively pitch clients for internal and external opportunities to unlock new revenue streams.

• Industry Knowledge: Stay current with the latest trends in the creator economy and social media platforms, understanding metrics, brand expectations, and the competitive landscape.

• Partnership Management: Build strong, long-term relationships with brands, agencies, and partners to drive new business opportunities for your roster of talent.

• Talent Acquisition: Continuously discover and onboard new, emerging influencers, guiding them in all aspects of their careers.

• Collaborative Culture: Work closely with cross-functional teams across Pearpop, including business development and operations, to enhance client success.

• Operational Excellence: Track and manage multiple deals using our CRM (Salesforce), ensuring an accurate sales pipeline, ability to forecast, and timely follow-up on payments, contracts, and deliverables.

• Sales & Negotiation Skills: Strong experience in pitching, negotiating brand deals, and managing high-value campaigns.

• Team Collaboration: A team player who excels in a collaborative team environment and can work with multiple departments to achieve client goals.

Compensation Package:

• Compensation range is anywhere from $80,000-$150,000+ inclusive of base salary and commission

• Benefits: Competitive salary, equity, 401(k) matching, comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance, unlimited PTO, and professional development opportunities.

Pearpop is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Pearpop celebrates and embraces diversity.