Affiliate Specialist

Openkrill; United States; À distance; USD 60 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Remote work option

Boston office option

401K + Match

Life Insurance

Health benefits

Résumé du poste

829 Studios in Boston offers an Affiliate Specialist role focused on managing affiliate programs, recruiting partners, and optimizing performance. You will balance recruitment with data attribution and ROI-driven decisions while supporting client objectives through strategic insights.

The role requires 2–3 years in affiliate marketing, strong analytical and communication skills, and familiarity with major platforms like Impact, Rakuten and CJ. Remote options are available with a Boston office.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of affiliate marketing experience, preferably in an agency.
• Proven success in implementing performance-based affiliate programs.
• Strong analytical skills to present data for strategy decisions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication to explain concepts.
• Relationship-focused to nurture partner partnerships and drive ROI.
• Experience with major affiliate platforms (Impact, Rakuten, CJ).

Responsabilités

• Own the setup, daily management and optimization of affiliate programs.
• Manage weekly partner recruitment, onboarding and relationships.
• Analyze performance data and report program health with ROI insights.
• Serve as a secondary client contact and present program performance.
• Maintain knowledge of affiliate networks and platform health.
• Collaborate with strategists and managers for seamless execution.

Connaissances

Affiliate marketing

Data analysis

Partner relationship management

Communication

Outils

Impact

Rakuten

CJ

Pepperjam/Ascend

AWin

Description du poste

829 Studios is seeking a results-oriented Affiliate Specialist to join our team. This role is designed for a growing subject matter expert who thrives on program execution, technical optimization, and the management of complex partner ecosystems.

As an Affiliate Specialist, you will support affiliate strategists and managers with day-to-day program management and platform oversight. We are looking for someone who balances the art of partner recruitment with the science of data attribution and performance enhancement.

You will be responsible for cultivating high-impact partner relationships and overseeing the technical health of affiliate platforms. You will act as a strategic bridge between client objectives and partner execution, ensuring partners are communicated with effectively and programs are optimized for performance.

What You'll Do

• Program Execution: Own the setup, daily management and optimization of affiliate programs, ensuring accuracy, link integrity, tracking accuracy, and offer availability.
• Partner Recruitment & Management: Manage weekly partner recruitment, onboarding, relationship management, and ongoing optimization.
• Performance Analysis: Analyze affiliate performance data and key metrics to identify trends, report on program health, and make data-backed recommendations to improve ROI.
• Client Communication: Serve as the secondary point of contact for clients, adding your expertise to discussions, building strategy, and conducting presentations on program performance and future initiatives.
• Platform Expertise: Maintain a deep understanding of affiliate networks and platforms including Impact, Rakuten, CJ, Pepperjam/Ascend, and AWIN to ensure best-in-class program management.
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate closely with Affiliate Strategists and Managers to ensure seamless operational execution across client accounts.

What You'll Bring

• 2-3 years of affiliate marketing experience, preferably within an agency environment.
• Demonstrated success in implementing and managing performance-based affiliate programs that drive measurable revenue.
• Strong analytical skills, demonstrating the ability to analyze and present data that informs client strategy
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with proven ability to explain technical affiliate concepts to stakeholders.
• Relationship-driven, focusing on nurturing and managing key partner relationships to ensure partnership success for both clients and the agency.
• Expertise with major affiliate marketing platforms (e.g., Impact, Rakuten, CJ).
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple client programs and deadlines simultaneously.

Benefits and Perks We Provide

• Remote Workplace. You have the option to work at our office in Boston or remotely in one of these states: AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, ID, IL, KY, ME, MD, MA, MI, MO, NV, NH, NJ, NY, NC, SC, OH, OK, PA, RI, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA.
• Paid Time Off. Receive generous paid vacation benefits that increase each year you’re with us, 14 Company Holidays, and Summer Fridays from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
• 401K + Match. 401K plan with 4% Safe Harbor employer match after one year of employment and financial literacy services provided through our retirement provider.
• Life Insurance Benefit. No-cost coverage to ensure peace of mind for your family.
• Short Term Disability Benefit. We've got you covered if you need to be OOO with an illness or injury that keeps you out of work.
• Healthcare. Choose from several competitive healthcare plans for you and your family with 80% employer coverage for all medical and dental premiums, 100% employer coverage for vision, and the option to participate in the FSA program.
• Commuter Benefits. Allocate pre-tax funds towards your commute to save up to 40% per year in transportation expenses.
• Continuing Education. Access to monthly team-led webinars, exclusive 829-cohort based learning, digital course platforms, and funding opportunities to attend national conferences and events.

What We Believe

At 829 Studios, we boldly embrace diversity, inclusivity, and equal opportunity. Our goal: a team rich in backgrounds, perspectives, and talents. Why? Because inclusivity powers our brilliance and client success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion, creed, color, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, mental illness, age, ancestry, genetic information, military service, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Who We Are

829 Studios is a Boston-based integrated digital marketing agency with a mission to propel organizations to unlock their full potential and accomplish their most ambitious goals. We harness the power of logic with magic – a balance of data-driven strategy and brand-focused creative. We partner with diverse organizations across various industries and our client list encompasses venture-backed start-ups, publicly traded companies, non-profits, and more. By committing not only to our growth as a company, but the development of our employees and teams’, we have created a collaborative environment that fosters ingenuity and promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging values within our community. 829 has been recognized as one of the nation’s top agencies by the Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Privately Held Companies, Adweek 100 Fastest-Growing Digital Agencies, Boston Business Journal's Fast 50 (Massachusetts' 50 Fastest-Growing Private Companies), HubSpot's Top Digital Agencies list, and a we are and employee-certified Great Place to Work.

Salary Range: $60,000-$70,000

We determine compensation based on experience, demonstrated skills, and current market conditions at the time of hire to ensure fairness and consistency across roles. Actual compensation will depend on experience and may be adjusted based on skills, qualifications, and alignment with the scope and impact of the role.