Manager, Brand Development

• Strategize, develop, and execute plans for various stages of the partnership including product development, product launch, marketing initiatives, promotional efforts, and on-going support
• Foster strong relationships with eminent decision makers including talent, talent managers/agents, and brand partners to get buy-in and support from stakeholders
• Identify growth opportunities within existing relationships to maximize the value of each partnership
• Know what the goals, objectives, and priorities are for the talent and brand partners, making sure to constantly evaluate whether those expectations are being met
• Establish performance targets and develop and execute strategies to meet them
• Organize and facilitate consistent communication between all parties to keep talent and brand partners accountable for their respective duties and deliverables
• Create and deploy helpful resources (i.e. social calendars, time-and-action plans, budgets) to assist talent and brand partners in managing their responsibilities
• Anticipate and identify potential problems or opportunities, counseling talent and brand partners on the recommended course of action
• Identify key talent for inbound and outbound sales efforts
• Participate in exploratory talent meetings
• Assist in various research projects, pitch materials and talent led initiatives

• 3-5 year of experience in brand development or a related field
• Proven track record of successfully launching and managing brand initiatives
• Strong understanding of market trends and consumer behavior
• Experience in developing and executing brand strategies across multiple channels
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Proficiency in market research and analysis
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 360, Canva, Salesforce, G Suite, Zoom, and other tools and AI technology
• The ability to manage simultaneous projects across multiple stakeholders and prioritize goals
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• The ability to build, foster, and maintain professional relationships through your willingness to deliver high-quality service
• Keen analytical abilities
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution capabilities

Past experience working with Talent is a plus

• Comprehensive benefits package with employer contributions
• Unlimited vacation time
• Hybrid work schedule
• Paid parental leave
• Volunteer opportunities
• Casual Dress code and an open office environment
• A fulfilling career at a top-tier company with a strong mission and a passionate team