Manager, Creator Activation Job at Omnicom Media Group in Chicago

Manager, Creator Activation

Omnicom Media Group (OMG), the media services division of Omnicom Group Inc. (NYSE: OMC), delivers transformational experiences for consumers, clients, and talent. Powered by the Omni marketing orchestration system, OMG connects best‑in‑class capabilities that enable our full‑service media agencies OMD, PHD, and Hearts & Science to deliver more relevant and actionable consumer experiences, more productive and proactive client experiences, and more collaborative and rewarding talent experiences for the more than 24,000 people serving the world’s leading brands in OMG agencies around the globe.

Reporting

Reports to: Director of Creator Activation, OMG.

Responsibilities

• Strategically align and vet influencers for specific client campaigns.
• Aggregate influencer submissions and maintain quality control.
• Enter all campaign details into the accounting/tracking system.
• Execute partnerships with influencers from post‑contract through campaign completion.
• Manage the content review process between influencer and account teams.
• Ensure metrics are collected and recaps developed for all influencer campaigns and programs.
• Track post‑completion for revenue recognition purposes.
• Stay apprised of new capabilities announced on existing social media platforms and emerging platforms gaining popularity.
• Follow social media influencer personalities across multiple platforms.
• Support logistics (travel, shipping product, etc.) for talent/influencers on specific campaigns.
• Participate in weekly team conference calls, including calendar invites, room booking, and circulating meeting notes.
• Coordinate influencer travel as required.

Practice Excellence

• Maintain a constant pulse on the influencer landscape, communicating shifts and emerging trends to client business.
• Create thought‑leadership pieces, POVs, and case studies to galvanize the practice within the OMG ecosystem.
• Partner with OMG COE platform teams and channel stakeholders to implement best practices across functions, including asset development, commerce, and measurement.

Required Skills

• Deep understanding and mastery of influencer marketing and ability to match brand narratives with creator‑led storytelling.
• Strong relationships with the influencer community.
• Thorough understanding of influencer ad and organic roles across platforms, including creative development, talent perspectives, best practices, and measurement.
• Excellent relationship building with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong communicator and presenter, able to articulate persuasive presentations and points‑of‑view.
• Highly analytical and creative with strong communication skills.
• High levels of integrity, autonomy, and self‑motivation.
• Strong business acumen and ability to make highly impactful decisions in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (Marketing/Advertising/Communications preferred).
• 3‑5 years of experience within influencer and media environments.
• Hands‑on experience managing creators within influencer campaigns and client management with blue‑chip companies.
• Detail‑oriented and organized, with ability to multitask and manage priorities.
• Experience with influencer platforms and tools.

Benefits

Health insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, 401(k), Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, vacation days, sick days, personal days, paid parental leave, paid medical leave, and STD/LTD insurance benefits.

Compensation

Pay range: $50,000—$95,000 USD.

Work Arrangement

This role is hybrid, requiring three (3) days per week in the office. The remaining two (2) days may be worked remotely. Specific in‑office days will be discussed during the interview process, with flexibility to align with team needs.

Location

Chicago, IL.