Weber Shandwick is hiring: Manager, Influencer in Chicago

Overview Manager, Influencer Strategy role at Weber Shandwick. We are looking for a Manager, Influencer Strategy to join our team in Central across one of our key locations (Chicago, Detroit, St. Louis, Minneapolis, Dallas). We are looking for a candidate with 3+ years of experience. Responsibilities Brand Strategy & Execution : Own responsibilities for day-to-day execution of multiple client programs, budgets, and plans; support and elevate daily client contact, serving as a trusted resource and advisor; coordinate with cross-functional teams (strategy, creative, integrated media specialists, influencer) to ensure flow and alignment on deliverables; translate tactical assignments into clear action steps for support teams and track progress against the strategy; draft messaging and support influencer strategy development with ideas and research; proactively suggest improvements to exceed client expectations by leveraging industry knowledge; anticipate executional issues and offer solutions to senior team leadership; partner with CX and Project Manager counterparts to manage program and project budgets; demonstrate financial acumen in budgeting, billing, and staffing, and track hours, expenses, and billing codes. Influencer Strategy & Execution : Leverage agency tools and processes for influencer identification, contracts, and measurement; demonstrate passion for influencer marketing; contribute to influencer strategies with research, benchmarking, and tactical recommendations; research, vet, contract, and manage relationships with influencer talent; draft and compile influencer briefing materials for internal and client review; oversee influencer briefings and content creation, monitor influencer content performance, track against KPIs, and prepare detailed recaps; execute influencer strategies to completion under senior guidance; demonstrate expertise in social platforms, user behaviors, and emerging trends. Client & Team Engagement : Handle daily client communications on defined projects and escalate as needed; provide day-to-day updates and reporting and seek senior strategic guidance; participate in client meetings and presentations; draft, proof, and edit client documents; ensure deliverables are accurate before senior review; manage support team resources and deliverables around major campaigns and product launches. The Essentials Intellectual curiosity and creativity Storytelling: understand what makes a story exciting and what brands should do next on press and social platforms Communication: speak, write, and edit succinctly and compellingly Management: meet deadlines, handle multiple tasks, work fast and effectively Interpersonal: collaborate well within a team or independently Technical: proficiency with Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook; familiarity with influencer databases/management systems, vendor networks, and social listening/tracking tools is a plus Detail-oriented: deliver clear and precise work Spark: understand what sets you apart Knowledge: strong cultural awareness and expertise in social media platforms, trends, influencers, and engagement best practices Measurement & Analytics: track and report influencer performance against KPIs and translate results into insights and optimizations Benefits Medical Dental Vision 401k (with employer match) Tuition Reimbursement Juice Money - $60 monthly reimbursement for health, mind, body, and soul MyDays – Flexible holiday schedules Short-Term Disability Paid Employee Family Leave Family Building Benefit Salary Salary range: $67,000 - $80,000 Equity and Equal Opportunity Weber Shandwick is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Weber Shandwick recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, ethnic or national origin, protected veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or citizenship status. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at JobAppAccommodation@ipgdxtra.com. This email address is strictly for applicants requiring special assistance accessing our employment website. #J-18808-Ljbffr