Talent Manager (Creators/ Digital First)

Kairos Recruitment; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent talent agency in London is seeking a passionate Talent Manager to oversee a roster of digital-first talent. You will provide comprehensive management, explore brand partnerships, and guide talent in establishing their brands. Required skills include talent management experience and a strong grasp of digital marketing. The role offers a hybrid work model, annual bonuses, and private healthcare benefits.

Benefits

20 days annual leave

Early finish Fridays

Bupa private healthcare and dental care

Qualifications

• Direct talent management experience with an agency or freelance is required.
• Strong understanding of digital platforms and influencer marketing.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a roster of digital-first talent and build long-term relationships.
• Identify opportunities in brand partnerships and collaborations.
• Coordinate with internal teams to deliver seamless campaigns.

Skills

Talent management

Digital marketing

Negotiation skills

Relationship-building

Creativity

Job description

KRG are exclusively partnered with a highly-regarded and established modelling and talent agency based in London. This role sits within their talent board, specialising in representing digital-first talent across a diverse array of ventures including brand partnerships, IP development, events, podcasts, and other projects.

The Role:
KRG are seeking a passionate and strategic Talent Manager to join the agency's team. This role is focused on managing a curated roster of digital-first talent, providing 360 degree management with a focus on brand partnerships. You will be instrumental in guiding talent through their careers, exploring new opportunities, and building their brand across multiple platforms. They focus on working with creators who have a strong niche, especially within fashion and beauty.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a roster of digital-first talent, establishing strong, long-term relationships.
• Oversee all aspects of talent careers, including branding, content strategy, and new venture opportunities.
• Identify and create opportunities in brand partnerships, IP development, podcasts, events, collaborations, and other creative projects.
• Act as a bridge between talent and potential partners and brands - commercial opportunities and brand partnerships.
• Work with in-house photographers to create strong and compelling media and pitch kits to outreach to brands and opportunities on behalf of your talent.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, digital innovations, and emerging markets relevant to talent development.
• Coordinate with internal teams including bookers on the model board to deliver seamless campaigns.

Requirements:

• Direct talent management experience with an agency (or full time freelance) is a requirement for this role.
• Strong understanding of digital platforms, influencer marketing, and content creation.
• Passionate about emerging trends in IP, podcasts, events, and other new media ventures.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Creative thinker with a proactive approach to developing new opportunities.

What They Offer:

• A collaborative and innovative working environment across both the model and talent teams.
• Midsize, lively and social office environment.
• 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and Christmas shut down.
• Early finish Fridays.
• Hybrid working in London, great transport connections.
• Annual bonus scheme and commission scheme.
• Bupa private healthcare and dental care.